Pulman Volkswagen, a family-owned motor retailer in Durham, has acquired Mill Garages in Sunderland from Inchcape.

The business will be rebranded as Pulman Volkswagen, Sunderland.

Its addition brings Pulman Group's workforce up to 120 strong.

Mike Pulman, managing director of Pulman Volkswagen said: "We pride ourselves on delivering a fantastic customer experience and are very proud to be one of Volkswagen's top ten retailers in the UK.

"The expansion into Sunderland clearly demonstrates our commitment to growing with the Volkswagen brand while delivering a first-class service and we are looking forward to building the same reputation in Sunderland as we have done in Durham."