Rockingham Cars is representing Leapmotor in Corby, one of 80 dealers the Chinese brand hopes to have on board by year end. Rockingham been operating in Corby since 1978. The two, fully electric vehicles include the C10 – a mid-sized SUV with a range of 261 miles at a price of £36,000 – and the more compact T03 city ...
Read More »SB Wakefield refurbishes showroom for Citroen, Fiat and Abarth
SB Wakefield has refurbished its premises in Wakefield after expanding the existing Citroen business to take on two additional Stellantis brands, Fiat and Abarth “Our showroom on Ings Road has had its long-awaited makeover. Can’t thank the contractors enough for doing such an amazing job and I think we all have to agreed it looks fantastic. “Here’s to the next ...
Read More »London calling: The return of Fiat to the capital
A new Fiat and Abarth showroom has opened at the flagship Stellantis &You dealership in Chiswick, West London The new showroom, marks Fiat’s return to the capital. The opening is part of a plan for the Fiat retail network, with the total number of dealerships scheduled to increase from 76 to 100 during 2024. The Chiswick site was originally upgraded ...
Read More »Hendy Group welcomes Fiat and Abarth in Dorset expansion
Hendy Group’s expansion in Dorset includes the arrival of Fiat and Abarth, based at Branksome Poole. The expansion is part of a long-term strategic plan and further consolidates the group’s partnership with Stellantis. Branksome Poole is where Hendy launched its Vauxhall dealership last year. Paul Hendy, chief executive of Hendy Group, said: “Dorset has always been a key area for ...
Read More »Stellantis brands struggle in 2023 new car market
Polestar was the fastest growing brand in the UK in the year to August showing growth of 186%. It was followed by Genesis which almost doubled sales, up 121% in the first eight months of the year, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT). Another EV brand MG was in fifth slot showing ...
Read More »Stellantis move prompts closure of Johnsons Cars Alfa, Fiat and Jeep dealership
Johnsons Cars is closing its Fiat, Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Jeep dealership at Dorridge, Solihull. The group, which has 50 sites across the West Midlands, said the closure had been prompted by manufacturer requirements to have separate premises for each brand. Johnsons Cars is ranked 26 in the Motor Trader Top 200 Dealer Groups with annual turnover of £629.1m “After ...
Read More »Stellantis appoints sales director for Fiat and Abarth UK
Stellantis has appointed Iain Brown as sales director for Fiat and Abarth UK. Brown will be responsible for developing and implementing the sales strategy for the brands, reporting to Greg Taylor, Fiat and Abarth country manager, He first joined Fiat as zone sales manager in 2008. During his tenure, Iain has held various roles within the Stellantis brands, including regional ...
Read More »Robins & Day by Stellantis & You takes on Fiat and Abarth
Robins & Day by Stellantis &You UK is to represent Fiat and Abarth at its Sale and Birmingham Central sites. These flagship dealerships will be the first within the Robins & Day network to represent the two brands with others to follow. Currently, 17 of its 29 dealerships across the UK are now multi-franchise, providing customers with a wider range ...
Read More »Vospers Exeter trials virtual test drive for Abarth
Vospers in Exeter is trialing what is billed as the world’s first VR ‘test drive’ pack. The VR experience gives customers the opportunity to do a virtual test drive at home. If the initial trial proves successful it could be rolled out to additional retailers across the UK. During the trial period Vospers will deliver an Abarth crate to the ...
Read More »Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK appoints new managers
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) UK has announced changes to its senior management structure. Francesco Vanni joins the UK team as country manager for Fiat and Abarth, arriving from FCA Sweden where he held the position of deputy managing director. Prior to this he had several sales and marketing roles in FCA, Italy. Damien Dally will take on the role of ...
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