DSG Financial Services has appointed a head of compliance to help dealers implement the new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) directives.
Bentley has appointed Wolfgang Durheimer as its new chairman and chief executive.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is backing a scheme to give automotive retailers the professional status they deserve and create a nationally recognised qualification for the millions of pounds the sector spends on non-accredited training.
Isuzu UK has appointed a new regional dealer manager for the south east and a new national fleet manager.
Mercedes-Benz UK has started its Van Talent Development Programme which focuses on sales and aftersales skills in the van sector.
Paul Dillon has been appointed joint managing director of the Westover Group.
Award-winning car dealers share a common trait – they are willing to take a risk.
AM has joined forces with the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) to launch a new conference to help automotive business retain and nurture their greatest asset – their staff.
Fiat Group Automobiles has announced the appointment of Gerry Clarke to the role of country manager, Fiat Group Automobiles Ireland, with immediate effect.
François Goupil de Bouillé has been appointed vice president, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), for Infiniti, effective from today.
Northern Irish new and used vehicle retailer, The Donnelly Group, has appointed Paul Rooney as non-executive chairman.
Antony Sassen has joined dealer profitability specialists ASE as audit associate partner.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has appointed Peter Lawton as its aftermarket development manager.
Fed up with “ridiculous” volume demands, Williams Automobiles abandoned its franchised dealerships and is carving a future with Morgan sports cars.
Infiniti has appointed Francois Bancon as its new vice president for product strategy and will help to lead a 60% increase in the brand’s product portfolio and double the amount of engines it offers over the next five years.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) believes more than 55,000 businesses in the retail motor sector could qualify for the Apprenticeship Grant for Employers (AGE), but clarification is needed.
A member of the AM team is taking part in London Marathon in support of BEN, the automotive charity.
Swansway's Peter Smyth has gone 'lipstick, powder and paint' in a twist on a viral charity fundraising campaign sweeping social networking sites.
Bodyshop training specialist, AutoRaise, has announced the finalists in its inaugural Apprentice of the Year competition, with the winner to be announced at the British Bodyshop Awards in May.
The winner of the £107.9 million EuroMillions jackpot has been revealed as a Surrey car mechanic.
Volkswagen Group UK has been awarded ‘Top Employer’ status by the Top Employers Institute for its commitment to developing talent and offering a first-class working environment.
Skoda UK has appointed Martin Barrow-Starkey as its new head of operations, where he will be responsible for vehicle sales (retailer and fleet).
Marketing Delivery has appointed Vernon Martins as its national business development manager.
Beware car brands creating expectations that dealers cannot deliver
Ian McMahon is the new audit partner at ASE. Alongside Alison Ness, he will manage the audit and assurance team.
