One of the country’s largest privately owned motor groups has increased its portfolio following a multi-million pound investment in a Leamington Spa business.
The Listers Group acquired the former Spirit Volkswagen business, on Tachbrook Park, towards the end of 2011 and has now fully recruited its senior management team, aimed at strengthening its customer service.
The recent acquisition sees the Volkswagen franchise change its name to Listers Leamington Spa and has doubled its sales team. The group now has 40 automotive dealerships across the country.
Listers Leamington Spa Volkswagen’s new brand manager, Phil Smart, who brings 20 years of experience to the business, said: “The Leamington Spa investment is good news for Volkswagen customers and is an exciting development for the company.
“Our focus has been on enhancing our service procedures by increasing the team’s knowledge and expertise.
“To this effect we have doubled our sales team, introduced three new managers and will be looking at recruiting further positions later this year as the business continues to grow.”
The Listers Group, which was established in 1979, supplies new and approved used cars and vans, servicing and parts for a range of motoring brands from its dealerships across the UK.