Twisted Automotive’s new boutique showroom at Silverstone has now opened its doors, with all necessary precautions in place in light of ongoing concerns about the spread of coronavirus. The 2,000 sq ft facility will offer customers in London and the south of England the opportunity to test drive, specify and order
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Ethos Asset Finance launches “The Electric Broker”
A leading finance company has plugged into the rising demand for environmentally friendly vehicles and assets by starting a specialist electric division. The Electric Broker has been launched by Ethos Asset Finance – one of the best-known names in securing funding for those operating in the chauffeur and private hire industries
New MD for Yorkshire automotive retailer
JCT600, one of Yorkshire’s largest privately owned businesses, has promoted operations director Richard Hargraves to the position of managing director based at its Bradford head office. Having started his career in the motor industry as a parts trainee, Richard moved into sales, working for a number of leading car brands. He
Centenarian theme for vintage Tractor Fest
The largest outdoor Tractor Festival in the UK takes place at award-winning country house and gardens, Newby Hall, North Yorkshire on Saturday June 6 and Sunday June 7. The two-day event showcases thousands of vintage tractors and modern marques, stationary engines, commercial vehicles, cars, lorries and motorcycles from around the UK and Europe. This
Nexus electrifies rental with launch of first dedicated EV booking platform
Nexus Vehicle Rental, the UK’s leading tech-driven business mobility provider, has launched a new dedicated electric vehicle (EV) online rental platform for business use as part of its revamped IRIS V5 rental management system. In addition to the dedicated EV rental dashboard, IRIS users can expect a revised look and
York specialist hydrodipping company acquired by Twisted Group
Hydrographics, a specialist dipping company, has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by Yorkshire-based Twisted Group. The group has been established by Charles Fawcett and comprises Twisted Automotive, Twisted North America and LR Motors. Twisted is looking to invest further in new equipment at the York-based premises over the next six months,
JCT600 charge ahead with colleague safety
As part of the industry’s move towards electric vehicle sales and servicing, JCT600 has taken the additional step of installing a wall-mounted defibrillator inside every one of its dealerships across the North of England. The decision comes as part of the motor retailer’s commitment to providing safe workplaces for all colleagues,
Hundreds attend Ethose electric vehicle showcase day
More than 200 businessmen and women from across the region attended an event in Harrogate showcasing the benefits of electric and hybrid vehicles. Staged by Ethos Asset Finance at Rudding Park, attendees were able to test drive more than a dozen environmentally friendly cars and vans, including a fully-restored 1953 Jaguar
Used car market had the Boris Bounce
Increased economic confidence at the turn of the year could predict growth for the UK in 2020, according to a customer insight specialist. JudgeService has revealed that, following a year of uncertainty, the used car market recovered significantly in December following the General Election and the significant majority won by the
Synergy set to accelerate growth following investment by Newable
Synergy Automotive Limited is delighted to announce the sale of majority interest to Newable Limited. Synergy is an FCA authorised vehicle finance and credit broker based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The business has grown organically and profitably since its foundation in 2006. Founded and run by entrepreneur Paul Parkinson, Synergy is now