Manheim Pennsylvania held its annual Xtreme Spring Sale event March 19-22, raising $86,000 for Aaron’s Acres, a local nonprofit that provides recreational opportunities for young people with disabilities.

The auction said the sale has been its largest sales event for 15 consecutive years. The 2024 event hosted 7,000 dealers onsite and via Simulcast, who bid on 2,090 units, including the Highline and 100 Grander sales, with 1,258 units sold — a 60.2% conversion rate.

The event concluded with an evening gala that raised funds from client donations and a live auction that featured artwork from the Aaron’s Acres camp members, a trip to the Kentucky Derby and a 2023 Ford Bronco, which was purchased by Andrew and Angela DeLeo of Manheim Used Car Factory.

In addition, NASCAR driver Joey Logano’s custom 2021 Ford Bronco sold for $64,000 to Schroeder Motors, with the proceeds benefitting Logano’s foundation to support young people experiencing difficult times, especially those in the foster care system.

“The generosity of Manheim Pennsylvania and all of the Xtreme Spring attendees in support of our mission was more than we ever could have expected and truly a gift we will cherish for a long time,” Aaron’s Acres executive director Risa Paskoff said in a news release. “In addition to raising awareness about our organization, the funds from this event will help us continue to meet the varying challenges of children and young adults with disabilities in central Pennsylvania.”

Polk named GM of America’s Auto Auction Savannah

Katie Polk has been promoted to general manager of America’s Auto Auction Savannah, the auction’s parent company, America’s Group, announced.

Polk is a Certified Automotive Remarketer who has been with the auction, formerly known as Southeastern Auto Auction, in 2009. Since then, she has served in a variety of roles, including office administrator, dealer sales representative, fleet/lease coordinator and national remarketing manager.

Katie Polk

“Katie’s extensive experience, industry knowledge and unwavering commitment to excellence make her the perfect fit for this role,” America’s Group senior vice president Brian Thomas said in a news release. “We have no doubt that under her leadership, America’s Auto Auction Savannah will continue to thrive.”

Polk was recognized as one of Auto Remarketing’s Women in Remarketing in 2016 and a 40 Under 40 honoree in 2018. She currently serves as co-chair of IARA’s social media subcommittee.

“I am truly honored to take on this new role and I’m enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead,” she said. “I am committed to upholding the high standards of professionalism and service that our customers have come to expect from America’s Auto Auction Savannah.”