After reports of an onslaught of UK newcomer brands from 2023, Chinese marques are still arriving and expanding but there are crosswinds. Clarification from the Government on tariff hikes for Chinese-made electric vehicles should come soon Last year, hardly a month passed by without news of some new brand – mainly with Chinese background or backing – poised to land ...
Read More »Vospers enhances online experience with digital imaging technology
Vospers has deployed AI-driven image and video capture technology, provided by CitNOW Group’s Auto Imaging, to strengthen quality and consistency across vehicle listings. Auto Imaging’s app presents vehicle imagery in a compelling way in order to maximise online visits that result in enquiries. Chris Gray, MD at Auto Imaging, said: “Visual assets are critical to the success of online car ...
Read More »Vospers opens MG dealership in Plymouth
Vospers has been appointed as an MG main dealer for Plymouth. The group has opened the showroom at Marsh Mills Motor Park in Plymouth. The new home for MG in Plymouth will initially be a temporary showroom located in a prime location, facing the A38 and Marsh Mills roundabout. A fully branded showroom experience is planned for later in the ...
Read More »Vospers opens new Peugeot dealership in Plymouth
Vospers has strengthened its partnership with Stellantis by investing in a new Peugeot showroom in Plymouth. Nick Vosper, managing director of Vospers Motor House, said: “The investment in re-locating and upgrading our Peugeot showroom is something my father and I are extremely proud of. “The new-look showroom offers a comprehensive and exciting range for both new and existing customers.” Fiat ...
Read More »Vospers appointed new dealer for Vauxhall in Plymouth
Vospers has been appointed as the new main dealer for Vauxhall in Plymouth. It will replace former main dealer Evans Halshaw. A temporary showroom is set to open at Marsh Mills in the coming days. Vauxhall commercial vehicle sales and aftersales customers are to be looked after by the dedicated Vospers Van Centre team, located at Valley Road in Plympton, ...
Read More »Vospers to take on Vauxhall in Plymouth replacing Evans Halshaw
South West car dealership group Vospers has been appointed as the new main dealer for Vauxhall in Plymouth, replacing former main dealer Evans Halshaw. Vospers said a temporary showroom is set to open at Marsh Mills while commercial vehicle sales and aftersales customers are to be looked after by the Vospers Van Centre team, located at Valley Road in Plympton, ...
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 »Nissan dealers gain EVA approval on NFDA scheme
The Nissan dealer network is pushing hard to get on board the National Franchised Dealer Association’s Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) scheme. The project is endorsed by the Government’s Office for Low Emission Vehicles and Energy Saving Trust (EST), and designed to recognise a business’ excellence in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. There are now 22 Nissan dealers approved under the ...
Read More »Vospers sells former Fiat and Alfa Romeo dealership in Exeter
A former Vospers motor dealership in Exeter has been sold for £1.7m to Ability Matters Group. The site is a former Fiat and Alfa Romeo showroom, comprising two showrooms totalling 12,246 sq ft. Will Jolly, consultant within the automotive and roadside department at colliers international, which brokered the deal, said: “This deal highlights the ongoing strength of demand for freehold ...
Read More »Vospers pre-tax profits rise 6%, major investment underway
Vospers saw pre-tax profits increase 5.5% to £2.7m on turnover up 1.1% to £236.9m in the year to 31 December 2017. The company, based in Devon and Cornwall, is investing heavily in the business, building a £12m multi-franchise site in Matford, Exeter to open in late 2018. The site will have a FordStore (pictured), showrooms for Ford, Mazda, Fiat, Jeep, ...
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