Beyond the Dealership

Kerlin Motor Company | Since 1927

Beyond the Dealership

99 Years of Doing More Than Selling Vehicles.

Our story has always been about more than cars and trucks. It's about the people, families, and communities who have made Kerlin Motor Company part of their lives for generations.

Our Community. Our Commitment.

More Than a Dealership. Part of the Community.

In 1927, Kerlin Motor Company opened its doors in Silver Lake, Indiana. Nearly a century later, we're still here, serving the communities that have supported us for generations.

We've always believed that being a good business means being a good neighbor. Whether it's supporting local families, helping organizations doing important work, honoring those who serve, or celebrating the people who make Northern Indiana special, giving back is part of who we are.

Beyond the Dealership is where we share those stories. Not just what we do, but why we do it.

Community Stories

Stories Worth Sharing

From community traditions to recognizing local heroes, these are some of the people, causes, and moments that matter to us.

Honoring our veterans

Honoring Those Who Served

This November, Kerlin Motor Company proudly joins Ford Building Together in recognizing the veterans and military families whose service and sacrifice deserve our gratitude.

Read Our Veterans Tribute ?
Kerlin community coat drive

Warm Coats. Warmer Hearts.

For decades, Kerlin has helped bring our community together to provide winter coats to people who need them. With more than 28,000 coats collected over the years, this tradition shows what neighbors can accomplish together.

Read Our Coat Drive Story ?
Kerlin community food drive

Helping Fight Hunger at Home

Food insecurity affects families throughout our communities. Through food drives and local partnerships, we're proud to help support organizations working to make sure our neighbors have access to essential resources.

Learn About Our Food Drive ?
Kerlin Motor Company history

Nearly a Century of Kerlin

Founded in 1927, Kerlin Motor Company has grown and evolved alongside the community. As we approach our 100th anniversary, we're reflecting on the people, relationships, and values that brought us this far.

Explore Our History ?
99
Years of Serving Northern Indiana
Established 1927

Our History Is Our Foundation. Our Future Is Our Responsibility.

Businesses don't reach nearly 100 years by focusing only on the next sale.

They earn trust. They build relationships. They support their neighbors. And they understand that every generation has a responsibility to leave something stronger for the next.

That's the commitment we continue to make at Kerlin Motor Company.

We were here yesterday. We're here today. And we're building for tomorrow.

The Kerlin Commitment

What Matters to Us

The way we do business and the way we support our community should reflect the same values.

People First

Customers, employees, families, and neighbors are at the heart of everything we do.

Community Commitment

We believe in supporting the organizations and individuals who help make our communities stronger.

Building for Tomorrow

We honor our history by continuing to improve, adapt, and invest in the future.

Our Story Continues

Thank You for Being Part of the Kerlin Story.

Every community project, every partnership, and every act of kindness reminds us why we're proud to call Northern Indiana home.

After 99 years, we're grateful for the past, committed to the present, and excited for the future.

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Kerlin Motor Company
Silver Lake, Indiana
Proudly Serving Our Community Since 1927


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