Tim Holden (pictured) has returned to take on the CEO role at Holden Group, replacing Martin Webb who has left the business. The company said the decision followed a “strategic review focused on reducing costs and ensuring long-term sustainability” in a market seeing rising costs of doing business. “As part of this transition, Martyn Webb departs the business after a ...
Read More »Holden Kia Norwich set for grand opening following transformation
Holden Kia Norwich will officially open its new showroom, reflecting Kia’s latest brand evolution, this week following a transformation. A Grand Opening Upgrade Event will take place from 13 to 17 February offering exclusive benefits and deals for customers looking to upgrade to a 25 plate Kia or a used car. Darren Anderson, general manager at Holden Kia Norwich, said: ...
Read More »Holden Group and 12th Man launch Norwich Car Club
Holden Group, Your Driving Coach and 12th Man launch Norwich Car Club to support the mental health of workers. The announcement comes ahead of World Mental Health Day, which is celebrated every year on 10 October. Holden Group currently has 15 Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) with four more colleagues due to be trained this quarter. John Ballard, Health & ...
Read More »Holden Group becomes Mitsubishi servicing partner in Norwich
Holden Group has been appointed as Mitsubishi’s official servicing partner in Norwich, following the closure of Constitution Motors Limited on 31st May. From 1st September, all Mitsubishi service arrangements will be managed at Holden Group’s service centre on Mile Cross Lane. Martyn Webb, MD Holden Group, said: “Holden Group has a proud history of serving the Norwich community since 1928. ...
Read More »Richard Hollis appointed as Holden Group’s head of group used cars
Richard Hollis has been appointed as Holden Group’s head of group used cars and will report to MD Martyn Webb. He joined Holden Group from Cinch where he was head of pricing. Previously, he was head of used car development for Jardine Motors and group used car manager with Mercedes-Benz Retail Group. Hollis said: “I’ll be making sure we’re using ...
Read More »Holden Group launches Customer Care Hub
Holden Group has launched its Customer Care Hub, designed to provide consistent customer service across the Group’s portfolio of seven dealerships. The Care Hub will provide customers with assistance via phone, email, or chat. The Group expects to hire five additional experts in the coming months to also provide quick and accurate responses to customers. Employees will address vehicle maintenance ...
Read More »Holden Group invests in solar panels for Norwich dealerships
Holden Group has invested more than £500,000 in solar panels for its Norwich dealerships. With 992 panels installed on the roof of Holden Volvo, Kia, Renault, Dacia, Honda and MG, Holden Group expects the energy produced to offset almost two-thirds of its annual consumption and to pay for itself in 3.6 years. Adrian Guest, group project manager for Holden Group, ...
Read More »Holden Group appoints ex-LSH Auto boss Martyn Webb as MD
Holden Group has appointed Martyn Webb as managing director of the group which represents Kia, Volvo, Honda, Renault, Dacia and MG in Norwich and the surrounding Norfolk areas. Webb began his automotive career with Holden Group in 1997 as a sales executive and stayed with the business for 10 years, working his way up to sales manager. He subsequently worked ...
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