The Pentagon Motor Group has acquired two additional Peugeot locations, doubling its representation with the brand. The Pentagon site in Barnsley will become the main Peugeot dealership for the area with immediate effect, while its Lincoln multi-franchise site will also add the French brand from the start of September. The acquisition now brings Pentagon’s total… Continue reading Pentagon doubles Peugeot representation with acquisition
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Ssangyong adds Rogate dealership to its UK network
Ssangyong has added Rogate Ssangyong to its UK dealer network. Rogate SsangYong, located on the A272 between the towns of Petersfield and Midhurst, has been established as a Renault franchised dealer since 1979. During this time, the dealership has won various awards for its customer service and, more recently, for an industry leading apprenticeship programme.… Continue reading Ssangyong adds Rogate dealership to its UK network
Brayleys hits acquisition trail with Thames Honda deal
Hertfordshire-based Brayleys Cars has bought Thames Honda for an undisclosed sum. It is Brayleys’ first acquisition since the Dubai-based AW Rostamani Group became its majority shareholder in 2018. The Honda dealerships are located in Ruislip, Ewell, Leatherhead and Thames Ditton. They join Brayleys’ three existing Honda franchises in Enfield, St Albans and Hemel Hempstead. Brayleys,… Continue reading Brayleys hits acquisition trail with Thames Honda deal
38% of dealers plan to buy less used diesel stock
Declining demand for diesel stock is starting to impact the used car market according to the latest NextGear Capital sentiment survey. Almost a third of dealers surveyed reported experiencing a fall-off in demand for diesel stock. A fifth expect demand to decrease more in the next six months compared to the first half of the… Continue reading 38% of dealers plan to buy less used diesel stock
Lamborghini hits 10 UK dealerships with Reading re-opening
Automobili Lamborghini has officially re-opened its Pangbourne, Reading dealership. The dealership, which originally opened in 2013, has reopened thanks to a significant investment by parent company HR Owen Plc. It brings Lamborghini’s UK dealer network to 10 sites. Andrea Baldi, Automobili Lamborghini EMEA CEO, said: “Lamborghini Pangbourne provides significant coverage in the south east of… Continue reading Lamborghini hits 10 UK dealerships with Reading re-opening
ŠKODA launches new Digital Assistant app for all UK dealers.
ŠKODA has launched its new Digital Assistant app across all 123 UK retailers. The launch follows successful trials at five sites that demonstrated an increase in customer satisfaction. The app, which has been designed by Somo, aims to help overhaul the sales process in showrooms, creating a frictionless, personalised, information-rich customer journey. At pilot showrooms… Continue reading ŠKODA launches new Digital Assistant app for all UK dealers.
Inchcape sells Volkswagen dealerships in Essex to Group1
Inchcape has disclosed of Volkswagen car and van franchises in Essex to US giant Group 1 for an undisclosed sum. The acquired dealerships are located in Chelmsford, Colchester, Romford and Southend. This acquisition is expected to generate approximately $115m (£93m) in revenues for Group1. The addition of these stores increases Group1’s UK operations to 49… Continue reading Inchcape sells Volkswagen dealerships in Essex to Group1
JCT600 Volkswagen dealership latest to join the EVA scheme
Volkswagen Sheffield, a JCT600 dealership, is the latest site to be made part of the Electric Vehicle Approved [EVA] scheme. The Sheffield dealership is also one of just 15 EV battery repair centres in the country, thanks to a trio of Volkswagen-trained “High Voltage” expert technicians. Chris Moriarty, head of business at JCT600 Volkswagen Sheffield,… Continue reading JCT600 Volkswagen dealership latest to join the EVA scheme
The Car Sales Company sells used cars online
The Car Sales Company, based in Bury, Lancashire, has adopted Gforces’ NetDirector® Auto-e platform to carry out used car transactions online. Working with motor finance firm MotoNovo, it has extended the service to include online finance applications with instant approval. The independent dealer holds, 250 used vehicles in stock and sells 2,000 cars annually. Owner… Continue reading The Car Sales Company sells used cars online
Ancaster increases South-East presence with new Nissan dealership
Ancaster Group has opened a new Nissan dealership in Eltham, South-East London. The new dealership combines sales, aftersales, service and used car facilities together with parking for 60 cars on the roof. Outside, there is an area to display 40 approved used vehicles, EV charging points, dedicated valeting bays and customer parking. Stephen Wood, managing… Continue reading Ancaster increases South-East presence with new Nissan dealership