talent & people
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People News 3 OctOmoda UK entices dealer network development manager from Hyundai
Omoda, the Chinese car brand starting new car sales in the UK in 2024, has hired Matthew Banks as its dealer network development manager for the UK.
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Manufacturer 28 SepStellantis UK makes key senior management changes
Stellantis UK makes key senior management changes
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People News 27 SepTributes paid after death of two motor retail leaders
UK motor retail executives have shared their tributes following the sad deaths of two automotive sector experts, Brian Hawkins and Dan Kirby, this month.
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Opinion 25 SepExecutive View: Government's ICE ban shift now risks huge skills confusion
After UK prime minister Rishi Sunak suddenly eased off the 2030 deadline for final sales of petrol and diesel new cars last week to 2035, Steve Nash, chief executive of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) shares an urgent warning about a fundamental risk to automotive aftermarket services in the coming years.
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Manufacturer 22 SepMazda UK appoints new sales director as Allibon takes European role
Laura Brailey has been promoted to the position of sales director at Mazda UK in recognition of her 28 years’ experience and familiarity with Mazda UK and its dealer partners.
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People News 22 SepBDO reveals its new head of motor retail for the UK
BDO partner Chris Bond has taken over from Steve Le Bas as its new head of motor retail in the UK.
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People News 4 SepFormer Group 1 Auto UK boss Mark Bridgland joins OEM
Mark Bridgland, who recently left the managing director's post at Group 1 Automotive UK after 10 years with the motor retailer, has joined truck and bus firm Scania.
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People News 1 SepVolkswagen's sales director quits for Motability role
Volkswagen UK's sales director James Douglas has left the carmaker to take on a new role in the leasing sector.
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People News 24 AugHendy Group welcomes new colleagues to 25 Year Club
Hendy Group has admitted 20 long-serving colleagues to its prestigious 25 Year Club which now numbers 145 members.
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People News 22 AugJohn Miele joins Sweden's Carcare to head UK market entry
Sweden's lead time management tech firm Carcare is entering the UK and has recruited ex carwow and Roadster exec John Miele
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Supplier News 14 AugChoose Automotive campaign launches to tackle staff shortage in car dealerships
The National Franchised Dealers Association is launching a campaign entitled #ChooseAutomotive to make GCSE and A-level exam students more aware of the varied jobs and careers available in automotive retail and repair.
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People News 10 AugVertu Motors strengthens senior leadership team
Vertu Motors has made two senior appointments to its leadership team as it continues to consolidate its position in the UK’s motor retail sector.
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People News 7 AugCost-of-living crisis driving surge in appeals for help: Ben
Automotive charity Ben is seeing a jump in the number of requests for help from those struggling with money worries
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People News 7 AugShelbourne Motors appoints Thompson as first chief operating officer
Alan Thompson has been tapped as the family-owned Shelbourne Motors’ first ever chief operations officer to support the retailer’s ambitious £3 million capital investment programme across its multi-franchise sites.
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Aftersales 14 JulSlashed Rivus network could be opportunity for franchised dealers
A decision by fleet maintenance operation Rivus to close 48 of its 78 light commercial vehicle garages could provide opportunities for franchised dealers seeking technicians.
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People News 11 JulCarwow founder James Hind steps down from CEO post
Some 14 years after he co-founded carwow its chief executive James Hind is stepping down from the driving seat at the car buying marketplace.
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Car Dealer News 7 JulNew chief executive revealed for Marshall Motor Group
The new chief executive of AM100 car dealer Marshall Motor Group has been revealed to be Pendragon veteran Martin Casha.
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People News 6 JulPaul Willcox steps down as Stellantis UK boss
Stellantis UK managing director Paul Willcox has decided to step down from the role, and he will be replaced by Maria Grazia Davino from September 1.
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Car Dealer News 30 JunPendragon needs to find a new chairman
Car dealer group Pendragon, which trades as Evans Halshaw and Stratstone, is beginning the search for a new chairman of the board. Ian Filby is leaving.
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Opinion 25 JunExecutive View: Too many leaders, not enough leadership
Sewells chairman Dr William Holden writes for AM-online exclusively, giving thoughtful advice for automotive retail leaders who want to manage people and performance to optimum levels.
