Hyundai dealer network expands

Hyundai is pleased to announce the appointment of 10 new franchises to the network bringing the total number of dealers to 141.

The 10 dealers opening are Whitehouse Maidstone Hyundai, Chorley Hyundai in Blackpool, Beechdale Hyundai in Derby, Marshalls Hyundai of Cambridge, Adam Purves Hyundai in Galashiels (Scottish Borders), Tunbridge Wells Hyundai, Platinum Hyundai in Chippenham, Keith Garages Hyundai in Aylesbury, Loders Hyundai in Yeovil and Benfield Hyundai in Newcastle.

Some of the dealerships have taken on the marque as an expansion of their multi-franchise sites. Other Hyundai appointments are replacing brands such as Chysler-Jeep, Subaru, Vauxhall, Saab and Mitsubishi.

The new additions to the Hyundai network will all be fully operational by early September and will feature Hyundai’s latest corporate identity. The new look creates a showroom that reflects the Hyundai brand values of True Quality Matters. It gives the perfect environment to present the vehicles, cater for customers’ needs and gives staff a motivating place of work.

Michael Staunton, National Network Development Manager, commented "We always have a great deal of interest in the franchise however, over the last few months this has increased dramatically as prospective dealers see the really strong business proposition that the franchise offers, underpinned by our unique five year unlimited mileage warranty."

Hyundai’s sales are up a massive 203 percent compared to the same month last year. This has made the Korean marque ninth overall in the manufacturers’ top ten with a market share for the month of 3.8 percent, Hyundai’s highest ever.

Guy Pigounakis, Sales Director of Hyundai Motor UK Ltd said; “It is no wonder dealers are seeing the benefit of being with Hyundai. We also have brilliant products coming in 2010 to further enhance the i range of cars and ensure a bright future”.