Vertu Motors has appointed Emma Spedding general manager of its Vertu Jaguar Land Rover Guiseley dealership. Spedding joins with 15 years of experience in automotive, where she advanced from sales executive through several promotions at several dealerships across different brands within the Volkswagen Audi Group. Spedding said: “I am delighted to join Vertu Motors Land Rover Guiseley. Everyone has been ...
Read More »Vertu Land Rover Bradford shortlisted for Team of the Year category
Vertu Land Rover Bradford has been shortlisted for the Team of the Year category at the Telegraph & Argus Retail, Leisure & Hospitality Awards 2024. Located on Canal Road, the dealership underwent a £2.4 million refurbishment in 2020 and is ranked eighth in the UK for its service, with a customer satisfaction rating of over 99% and a 100% recommendation ...
Read More »Vertu results reflect resilient H1 performance
Vertu Motors has announced its interim results for the six months ended 31 August 2024, demonstrating a resilient H1 performance in line with expectations. Total Group revenue increased by 2.9% compared to H1 FY24. Group aftersales operations delivered Core Group gross profit growth of £7.1m. Robert Forrester, CEO of Vertu Motors, said: “I am pleased with the Group’s first half ...
Read More »Bristol Street Motors Hartlepool Ford supports UChangeLives Charity Golf Day
Bristol Street Motors Hartlepool Ford signed up to support the inaugural UChangeLives Charity Golf Day, held at Seaton Carew Golf Club on Tees Road, to raise funds for both The PFC Trust and the North East Stem Foundation. Bristol Street Motors Hartlepool Ford sponsored a special BBQ and offered a 74-Reg Ford Puma to anyone who was able to hit ...
Read More »Macklin Motors increases support for Dunfermline Athletic FC
Macklin Motors Dunfermline Vauxhall has had a presence within Dunfermline Athletic Football Club’s stadium in the past, but the East Stand which backs onto the dealership is being rebranded as the Macklin Motors Community Stand. The new-look stand was launched during a special event at the ground, attended by a number of special guests, including the current Provost of Fife ...
Read More »Britsol Street Motors partners with Newcastle Theatre Royale
Bristol Street Motors Newcastle Ford has renewed its partnership with Newcastle Theatre Royal for a further 12 months. The partnership reinforces Bristol Street Motors’ commitment to supporting the arts and the local community, whilst aligning with its broader sustainability goals. As part of the continued collaboration, Bristol Street Motors Newcastle Ford will maintain its provision of electric or hybrid vehicle, ...
Read More »Vertu Volvo Exeter supports Devon Air Ambulance
Vertu Volvo Exeter will continue to support Devon Air Ambulance (DAA). The partnership began in 2019 when the dealership agreed to maintain the DAA’s fleet of Volvo XC90 Critical Care Cars to enable rapid response and pre-hospital care across the region. All Volvo XC90s supplied by the dealership are equipped to handle emergencies that require immediate or lifesaving interventions. The ...
Read More »Vertu displays strong performance in used cars and aftersales
Vertu Motors’ trading update with regards to the five-month period to 31 July 2024 suggests a strong performance in the used car market and aftersales. Group like-for-like used vehicle volumes grew 5.0% and margins strengthened to 7.2% (FY24: 7.0%). Core Group gross profit generation from used car sales improved compared to the prior year period. In terms of aftersales, Core ...
Read More »Vertu centre ranked No.1 BMW bodyshop in the UK
Vertu Accident Repair Centre Teesside, based at Preston Farm in Stockton, has been ranked No.1 out of 111 BMW Bodyshops across the UK. The ranking is based on several performance indicators, including the calibration of all equipment, the training of technicians to the correct level, and the timely submission of KPIs. John Jones, Bodyshop Manager at Vertu Accident Repair Centre ...
Read More »Exeter Chiefs renew Vertu Motors partnership
Exeter Chiefs and Vertu Motors have extended their partnership for the 2024/25 season. Vertu first partnered with the Club ahead of the 2023/24 season. Vertu will continue to have prominent branding within the Sandy Park stadium and feature on the sleeve of the three matchday kits being worn by the Exeter Chiefs Men’s team. Robert Forrester, CEO of Vertu Motors, ...
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