Regulation FD Disclosure. On July 30, 2026, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 30, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2026 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

The filing describes compensatory equity grants to certain officers, which is not a management change.

The filing describes the approval of a new equity incentive plan and the replacement of an old one, which is not related to any management changes.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 30, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its first fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Regulation FD Disclosure. On April 30, 2026, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend. On April 30, 2026, the Company announced that the Board of Directors approved an additional $500.0 million share repurchase authorization. Repurchases under the authorization may be made from time to time based on market conditions and other factors. Together with unused capacity under previously approved repurchase authorizations, the Company has $528.0…

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. On March 27, 2026 (the “Closing Date”), Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Bridge Facility Credit Agreement (the “Bridge Facility Credit Agreement”) with PNC Bank, National Association (“PNC”), as administrative agent and lender. The Bridge Facility Credit Agreement provides for a senior unsecured term loan facility in an aggregate principal amount of $150 million (the “Bridge Facility”). Also on the Closing Date, the Company borr…

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant. The information set forth under

Regulation FD Disclosure. On February 18, 2026, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 18, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

The filing describes the parameters for performance-based cash bonuses and does not involve any changes in management or executive roles.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 23, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Regulation FD Disclosure. On October 23, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 24, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Regulation FD Disclosure. On July 24, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 24, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Regulation FD Disclosure. On April 24, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 12, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Regulation FD Disclosure. On February 12, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

CEO — David Bruton Smith: The filing discloses the establishment of annual performance bonus parameters and equity grants for existing executives, which is a routine compensation matter rather than a change in management personnel.

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant. The information set forth under

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement On December 27, 2024, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“the Company”) and certain of its subsidiaries entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Sidecar Facility Credit Agreement”) with PNC Bank, National Association (“PNC”), as administrative agent, and the other financial institutions party thereto. The Sidecar Facility Credit Agreement establishes a syndicated mortgage loan facility (the “Sidecar Facility”) that matures on November 17, 2027. The Credit Agreemen…

Regulation FD Disclosure. On October 24, 2024, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 24, 2024, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 5, 2024, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended June 30, 2024 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.