- Additional Proxy Soliciting Materials (definitive) (DEFA14A)
March 19 2010 - 1:57PM
Edgar (US Regulatory)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(Amendment No. )
Filed by the Registrant
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Preliminary Proxy Statement
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Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))
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Definitive Proxy Statement
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Definitive Additional Materials
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Soliciting Material under §240.14a-12
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LITHIA MOTORS, INC.
(Name of registrant as specified in its charter)
(Name of person(s) filing proxy statement, if other than the registrant)
Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box):
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Fee computed on table below per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11.
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Title of each class of securities to which the transaction applies:
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Fee paid previously with preliminary materials.
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Check box if any part of the fee is offset as provided by Exchange Act Rule 0-11(a)(2) and identify the filing for which the offsetting fee was paid previously.
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*** Exercise Your
Right
to Vote ***
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials
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Meeting Information
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LITHIA
MOTORS
INC.
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Meeting Type:
Annual
Meeting
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For holders as of:
March 02, 2010
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Date:
April 28, 2010
Time:
8:30 AM PDT
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Location:
Lithia Motors Inc
401 E 4th Street
Medford OR 97501
Apple Street Conference Room
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You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company.
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LITHIA MOTORS, INC.
360 E. JACKSON ST.
MEDFORD, OR
975015289
ATTN: KANDI RIDER
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This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to
vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at
www.proxyvote.com
or easily request a paper copy
(see reverse side).
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We encourage you to access and review all of the
important information contained in the proxy materials before voting.
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See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.
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Before You Vote
How to Access the Proxy Materials
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Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE:
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1. Form
10-K 2. Notice & Proxy Statement
How to View Online:
Have the 12-Digit Control Number
available (located on the following page) and visit:
www.proxyvote.com.
How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy:
If you
want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request:
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1)
BY INTERNET
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www.proxyvote.com
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2)
BY TELEPHONE
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1-800-579-1639
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3)
BY E-MAIL*
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sendmaterial@proxyvote.com
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* If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the 12-Digit Control Number (located on the following page) in the subject line.
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Requests,
instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before April 15, 2010 to facilitate timely delivery.
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How To Vote
Please Choose One of the
Following Voting Methods
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Vote In
Person:
Many shareholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for
meeting attendance. At the Meeting you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares.
Vote By Internet:
To vote now by Internet, go to
www.proxyvote.com
. Have the 12 Digit Control Number available and follow the instructions.
Vote By Mail:
You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials,
which will include a proxy card.
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Voting Items
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The Board of Directors recommends that you vote
FOR the following:
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1.
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Election of Directors
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Nominees
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Sidney B. DeBoer
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02 Thomas Becker
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03 Susan O. Cain
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04 Bryan B. DeBoer
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05 William J. Young
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The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal(s):
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To approve an amendment to the Lithia Motors, Inc. Amended and Restated 2003 Stock Incentive Plan.
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To ratify the appointment of KPMG LLP as our independent registered public accountants for the year ending December 31, 2010.
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NOTE:
At the discretion of the proxy holder, on such other business as may properly come before the meeting and any adjournments or postponements
thereof.
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