Scenario
Founded in 1937, Gengras Motor Cars is a third-generation, family-owned dealership group with 9 locations across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont. With a team of 420+ employees, we proudly represent some of the most trusted brands in the industry including BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Jeep, Ram, Subaru, and Volvo
Challenge
OVERVIEW:
The existing HVAC control system was unreliable and required replacement. Gengras needed a reliable, cost-effective way to reduce HVAC energy costs across complex building systems while improving operational control. Rather than move forward with the HVAC manufacturer’s OEM solution, Gengras selected SES based on the successful performance of the DLC system at a nearby Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep dealership
Solution
Save Energy Systems (SES) installed its Demand Limiting Control system across all Gengras locations, connecting HVAC units and gas heaters to a centralized control system. The installation was completed in under two days with minimal disruption and was supported by Remote Facility Management Service. SES also provided full-scale visibility into HVAC setpoints, schedules, lighting, and loads without requiring onsite visits
Results
Reported outcomes included 30% HVAC energy savings, full remote-control visibility, 25% asset life extension, a 3–5x ROI, and reductions in both energy consumption and CO2.
The Benefits of SES Intelligence
Remote Visibility: Full-scale visibility into HVAC setpoints, schedules, lighting, and loads without onsite visits.
Outlier Detection: Identifies hidden waste and demand peaks, such as equipment starting too early, enabling remote policy correction
Improved Asset Performance: Targeted insights help improve equipment lifecycles, support more consistent conditions, and reduce operational risk
Why It Matters
By replacing an unreliable HVAC control system with a centralized SES platform, GENGRAS gained immediate visibility, lower energy use, and stronger long-term operational control across its dealership portfolio.
