Aftermarket and training group Carter & Carter plc has established a new division to support motor retail networks with recruitment, training, process engineering, auditing and reporting in finance and insurance sales.

Following the introduction this year of the regulatory requirements of the FSA, Carter & Carter says vehicle manufacturers, financial institutions and dealers increasingly need help, support, training and expert assistance in finance and insurance.

The company has appointed Stephen Whitton, formerly of Volkswagen Financial Services, Vauxhall Finance and, most recently, as part of the founding management of Confidence Europe, to head up and develop the new sector. Its work on F&I support has already begun with a number of major motor manufacturers and financial clients.