In this latest leadership lesson from the business improvement experts at Sewells, its managing director Gail Harrison challenges dealership leaders to tackle the 'energy vampires' in the business rather than allow a culture that passively accepts toxicity.
Vertu Motors has appointed a new non-executive director (NED) who brings extensive people strategy and retail strategy experience gained at the likes of Marks And Spencer and Asda.
Iain Forsyth will become the new managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans UK on March 1, 2025.
Brayleys Cars has announced the promotion of Dave Carter to the position of operations director.
JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions (VLS) has appointed Manjinder (Manny) Singh to the new role of commercial director.
Select Car Leasing has revitalised its electric vehicle (EV) leasing division with the appointment of Shane Pither as head of Select Electric.
Commercial vehicle distributor Harris Maxus UK, has unveiled strategic plans as part of its ambition to lead in the rapidly expanding fleet electric vehicle (EV) sector.
David Beattie will take the helm as director of Mini UK and Ireland in the New Year, succeeding Federico Izzo, who moves on to become head of Mini in Europe after successfully overseeing the relaunch of the new Mini family in the UK.
Hendy Group has confirmed it is moving to a new regional operating model that will see changes within its senior management team across multiple departments.
Farhad Tailor, MD of V12 Sports & Classics has been named Outstanding Male Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2024 Asian Business Chamber of Commerce Awards.
Former Volkswagen, Carwow and Heycar executive Karen Hilton has swapped motor retail for the aviation industry.
Dealerships are urged to pledge work experience placements before the year’s end to ensure that Automotive Work Experience Week (AWE) can offer a robust programme ready for launch in January.
Stellantis will appoint a new chief executive during the first half of 2025 following the sudden resignation of Carlos Tavares.
This time, in our monthly advice series for automotive managers and business leaders, Sewells' managing director Gail Harrison encourages AM readers to reflect and identify how they can lead from the front and ensure their teams are aligned with the strategy.
Shelbourne Motors has appointed Sean McCormick as aftersales manager at its Kia, Renault, and Dacia franchises in Newry.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed the 24 winners of its its 2024 Skills Competition.
Autotech Academy has helped place 200 interns as new technicians at dealerships over the last three years and there are 1,000 more students waiting in the wings.
John Veichmanis, chief executive of Carwow Group, has become a Gold Patron for the Automotive 30% Club
Industry charity Ben is once again bringing festive relief to automotive families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis through its Christmas Families Project.
RRG Toyota Denton and RRG Toyota Rochdale have earned the prestigious Gold Accreditation in Toyota GB's "Best Employer in Town" (BEIT) programme, marking them as standout workplaces in the sector.
The Scottish Motor Trade Association (SMTA) has named Alan Gall as its new chief executive, succeeding Sandy Burgess, who has led the organisation for the past decade.
The gap between a brand’s ambitions and the practical realities of those in the dealerships and retail networks must be acknowledged, according to Max Tuttle.
Richard Hoggart, founder and CEO of DSG Finance Group has been appointed to the board of the Finance & Leasing Association.
Volkswagen Group UK has named Damien O’Sullivan as its new managing director from December.
Cap HPI has appointed Dionne Hanlon as senior editor for commercial vehicles and motorcycles within its valuations team.
