There has never been a more important time for automotive groups to ensure their dealer principals (DPs) are up to the job of managing and leading their retail businesses.
Isuzu has bolstered the team behind its fleet and used car focus with a brace of new appointments.
Fiat Professional has welcomed Andy Waite into his new role of national sales manager, effective immediately.
Hendy Group has continued its long-standing scheme to recognise the contribution of its most loyal staff by welcoming two new members to its ‘25 Year Club’.
Le Mont Saint is celebrating 30 years by appointing founder, Dave Beausire to chairman and promoting his two sons, Peter and Michael as joint managing directors.
Santander Consumer Finance has launched a ‘customers for life’ programme in response to dealer demand.
Nissan’s UK dealer principals will be among the first crop of graduates from a new management programme teaching leadership skills and steeping them in “Nissanness”.
Renault UK dealers will be supported by a team of ten areas sales managers after restructuring its fleet operation into two divisions.
In a company first, Hatfields Group has appointed a remarketing partner, Aston Barclay.
AA executive chairman Bob Mackenzie has been fired for "gross misconduct” amid falling share prices at the roadside assistance and vehicle warranty specialist.
CitNOW has bolstered its customer support infrastructure with the appointment of a product expert team.
Vertu Motors has announced the launch of a pioneering apprentice scheme offering the chance for participants to gain a free degree and the promise of an £18,000-a-year base salary.
Swansway Garages has promoted used car manager Matt Knowles to the post of general sales manager at its Land Rover Stafford facility.
Cap HPI has promoted Chris Wright to the role of managing director of its global operations.
Delegates at the AM and Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) People Conference gain new insight into the apprenticeship levy and compliance.
The Ben charity will take the pulse of those employed in the automotive industry via a survey which seeks valuable insights to help shape its future services.
Nissan Motor (GB) Limited has appointed a new network sales director and head of leasing, specialist fleet sales and rental as it targets market share growth.
Jennings Motor Group managing director Nas Khan has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Teesside University.
Martec Europe has strengthened its business with the appointment of Marc Matthew MSc as non-executive chairman.
Hull Mitsubishi is celebrating after two of its staff marked 40 years of combined service at the Livingstone Road dealership.
TrustFord has announced the appointment of Stuart Foulds as its new chairman and chief executive officer after predecessor Steve Hood took a permanent post in Asia.
Mitsubishi Motors UK has strengthened its area manager team with the appointment of Brett Dawson.
Aston Barclay Group has appointed David Smith (pictured) as its new sales director as the remarketing specilaist targets a 100% rise in volumes over the next five years.
Cap HPI has appointed Amanda Hardcastle as head of human resources as the business embarks on a talent search to drive its growth into international markets.
Euro NCAP members have elected Pierre Castaing (pictured) as its new president and chairman, having serveded as a member on the board of directors since 2000, representing French MoT.
