NEW GENERAL MANAGER TAKES RENAULT LEICESTER FORWARD IN 2012

A family man with a wealth of experience in the motor industry, are words that best describe Renault Leicester’s new General Manager, Mervyn Hughes.

Mervyn, 43, has worked in senior managerial positions at car dealerships for over 22 years, and is now busy working alongside staff at the Abbey Lane showroom in his new role.

He said: “I am very excited by the Renault range and a new career challenge, as well as working in a busy city like Leicester. The latest Renault models and the offers we have at the dealership this month, are already paving a very positive path into the coming year.

“Customers can benefit from our new-look Twingo and the more economical and sharper looking Scénic range, as well as finding out more about the Kangoo Van Z.E, the award-winning electric

van we have recently launched at Renault Leicester.

“We are very proud to be one of the first ever Renault UK dealerships to sell electric vehicles, and I have joined the team here during a milestone for the brand.”

Mervyn, a father of one, believes continuing the high standards of customer satisfaction already in

place are a top priority, and with his wealth of experience in the industry he is well equipped to

answer the wide range of questions and issues people may have.

He said: “The staff here at Renault Leicester are great people, doing a brilliant job to a very high level, and this is something I intend to help them keep up. At the moment visitors can come in and talk to them about our range of cars, and also the fantastic customer care offer we have on at the moment.

“Anyone who buys a new Renault this month can take advantage of our 4+ deal which includes a comprehensive four year/100,000 mile warranty, four years/48,000 miles routine servicing, four years roadside cover and four years finance (HP, lease or PCP subject to status).

“If people come in and take a test drive in one of our new range they could also win cinema vouchers or Red Letter Day experiences.”

When Mervyn is not busy at the dealership he can be found with his wife Hazel, teaching his four-year-old son, Thomas, how to swim, play golf and kick around a football.

He added: “Renault has actually always been a favourite of Hazel’s family, and when I first met her both her parents had Renaults. Her mother owned a black Renault 5 for 15 years and her father had a black Renault 21 Turbo, so I know the family are glad I am now working here and looking forward to the possibility of buying something from the new range.”

For more information about Renault and the 4+ offer, visit Renault Leicester at 107 Abbey Lane, Leicester LE4 5QU or call 0116 404 0072.

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Green drivers wanted for Clio challenge at Renault Prideaux, Barnstaple

 

Renault dealer Prideaux is gearing up for an eco-driving challenge where speed and time are not on the map.

The dealership in Coney Avenue, Barnstaple, is inviting customers to set the highest miles per gallon figure for its 13 mile course in the super green Renault Clio Expression+ dCi 88 with ECO pack, which can do 900 miles on a full tank.

The eco-driving challenge is the brainchild of sales manager Kevin Dummett and the winner will receive a family ticket to Cornwall’s Eden Project and the use of the low emission Clio, with eco pack branding, to drive there for the day.

Mr Dummett said: “We wanted to highlight just how many miles you can get out of the Clio and invite customers to see how economically they could drive it around our course, which starts and finishes at the dealership.

“It is a Top Gear style challenge but instead of driving the fastest lap, you have to record the highest mpg. We will have a leaderboard on display and the North Devon Journal will be supporting us by printing the results every other week.”

With CO2 emissions of just 94g/km and economy of almost 80mpg, as well as being London Congestion Charge exempt and zero road fund licence, the super-green Clio not only looks smart but is also a real money-saver.

Prideaux dealer principle Nick Williams will set the mark to beat when he completes the first lap on January 27, and it is then down to customers to prove they have the va va voom to drive the course more economically before the closing date of April 30, 2012.

Renault Clio Expression+ dCi 88 with ECO pack is packed with extras and comes with an on the road price of £12,450. To make the car even more appealing, the Clio and all new Renaults are eligible for the Renault 4+ programme, which launches on February 1. The tempting package offers all retail customers a comprehensive four-year/100,000 mile warranty, free routine servicing for four years/48,000 miles, four years roadside cover and up to four years finance (lease or PCP, subject to status).

For more information, visit Prideaux Renault of Barnstaple on Coney Avenue, phone 01271 349500 or visit www.prideauxrenault.co.uk

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FIRST RENAULT ELECTRIC VEHICLES AVAILABLE AT RENAULT LEICESTER

NEWS FROM RENAULT LEICESTER

For immediate release: 16^th February, 2012

Renault Leicester has become one of the first Renault dealerships in the UK to go live with the award-winning Kangoo Van Z.E.

The electric van has already scooped the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van?  Magazine’s top prize, and is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

Chris Brewin, is the electric vehicle expert at the dealership and underwent a fully comprehensive training programme to fulfil his roles as specialist.

He said: “This is a very exciting time for us, and as more of the electric vehicle range becomes available, I am sure there will be even more interest at the showroom.

“I am here to answer questions and help people find the right electric vehicle to suit them and their lifestyle.

“The Kangoo Van Z.E tends to be more popular with businesses, but with the Twizy and Fluence Z.E. available for order, we are going to see customers with a variety of motoring needs coming in to find out about the cars.

“The kind of details customers might want to ask us about include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.”

There are currently 21 dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E.

Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Renault Leicester, like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Renault Leicester, 107 Abbey Lane, Leicester or call 0116 280 1000.

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Four plusses to driving a new Renault

NEWS FROM RENAULT

For immediate release: February 8, 2012

Renault has launched a comprehensive customer care package on its new range of vehicles to give motorists peace of mind for the next four years.

The 4+ deal offers a comprehensive four year/100,000 mile warranty, four years/48,000 miles routine servicing, four years roadside cover and four years finance (HP, lease or PCP subject to status) on all new Renaults.

The package, with lease offers for the revamped Twingo starting from just £179 per month, will not only offer Twingo, Clio, Mégane and Scenic customers added security, fixed running costs and affordable monthly payments, but also helps improve resale value.

Motorists test driving any of the exciting range this month will also be in with a chance of winning a thrilling Red Letter Days experience and family cinema vouchers.

The competition which could see you flying a plane, escaping on a spa break or eating out in a gourmet restaurant is packed with Va Va Voom and has been launched to celebrate 4+.

Motorists test driving any of the new Renaults in the four-car range at Renault dealerships before the end of March will be handed a scratchcard where they stand the chance of winning one of 44 unforgettable experiences worth up to £100 each and 444 sets of four cinema vouchers at Cineworld.

Red Letter Days offer hundreds of amazing days out and winners will have £100 to spend on activities like a microlight flying experience, gourmet gifts, pampering treats, sporting tours, tickets and lessons, short breaks away, high adrenaline watersports fun and many more experiences to suit you.

The four year warranty as part of 4+ guarantees your new Renault against any defect relating to material, fitting or manufacturing fault for 48 months or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. It also covers any damage to the vehicle resulting from the defect.

The 4+ deal also gives customers up to four free services during the first four years of ownership, or first 48,000 miles (80,000 miles for vans). That covers everything required in a standard service, including parts, labour and VAT, but excluding normal wear-and-tear items, such as brake pads, windscreen wipers or tyres.

And along with four years AA roadside cover, 24 hours a day, customers can also benefit from fixed monthly payments with Renault Selections or Hire Purchase finance packages.

 For more information and full terms and conditions on the 4+ deal and to book your test drive visit your local dealership or see www.renault.co.uk/4plus/. Visit www.redletterdays.co.uk for the full range of experiences available in the 4+ competition.

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Picture is of the recently revamped Renault Twingo, which is the first mass production vehicle to be inspired by the French brand’s new design identity. 

LUCKY FAN WINS RENAULT CLIO SIGNED BY RIHANNA

News from Renault LONDON WEST

For immediate release: 8^th February, 2012

Rihanna fan Kerry De Jong was left stunned after realising she had won a brand new Renault signed by the singer herself.

Kerry, 35, won the white Renault Clio I-Music by entering a Facebook competition on the Clio Va Va Voom Facebook page and submitting her details into a prize draw.

Last week she was presented with keys to her new car, which is signed by Rihanna, at Renault London West.

She said: “I honestly couldn’t believe it when I first found out I had won the Clio I-Music, it was just before I went on my Christmas break that I got the news, an amazing early present.

“Renault staff tried contacting me to let me know that I had won the Renault Clio but as I had lost my phone it wasn’t until I went into work and checked my email that I found out.  I was really shocked, but very excited.”

Kerry, from Waterloo, said she had originally entered the competition to try and win some Rihanna tickets because her friends were already going to see the pop sensation in concert as part of her 2011 Loud tour, powered by Renault Va Va Voom.

She said: “Winning tickets to her concert at the O2 London arena in December was a bonus for me, but I don’t think I ever dreamt I would actually be the overall winner too and get a brand new Renault to drive away with.

“I haven’t actually owned a car since I was 18 as I have been living in London and didn’t think I needed one as much.

“But now I’ve got this Clio I-Music, I am really going to make the most of it and go for trips away at weekends and up to Scotland to show it off to my family.

“It is an absolutely amazing prize and I am thrilled to have been so lucky.”

The stylish new car was presented to Kerry by Sales Executive Paul Evans at the Renault London West showroom last week.

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RENAULT MANCHESTER LEADS THE WAY BY LAUNCHING FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLES

NEWS FROM RENAULT

For immediate release: 7^th February, 2012

Renault Manchester was at the forefront of recent history after becoming the very first Renault UK dealership to offer electric vehicles to customers.

Anyone visiting the Trinity Way showroom can place an order for their Kangoo Van Z.E. or simply pay a visit to electric vehicle specialist John Williams to find out more.

John underwent a comprehensive and specialist training programme to fulfil his role and is on site to answer questions about the electric van, which is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

He said: “We were very proud to be the first dealership to ‘go live’ with the Kangoo Van Z.E., which has already won the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van? Magazine’s top prize.

“I am here for customers to come and talk to, and weigh up the benefits of owning an electric vehicle and see how it could benefit their lives.

“As the Renault electric vehicle range rolls out, there will be something for everyone and each model will attract different customers to the showroom.

“I am very enthusiastic about the Kangoo Van Z.E and enjoy talking to customers about how it  works, as well as answering any other questions.

“Things people might want to know more about include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.”

There are currently twenty one dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E. Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Renault Manchester, like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Renault Manchester, Trinity Way, Salford M3 7FT or call 0161 252 0000.

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RENAULT BIRMINGHAM PUTS FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLES ON SALE

NEWS FROM RENAULT BIRMINGHAM

For immediate release: 7^th February, 2012

Electric vehicles are on sale for the first time ever at Renault Birmingham, as the dealership goes live with the eagerly awaited Kangoo Van Z.E.

The electric van has already scooped the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van? Magazine’s top prize, and is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

Visitors to the Digbeth showroom can now discover everything about the first model in the Renault electric vehicle range, place an order or pick the brains of expert Simon Morgan.

Electric vehicle specialist, Simon, has undergone a fully comprehensive electric vehicle training programme to fulfil his role as expert for Renault Birmingham.

He said: “This is a very exciting time for us and we are proud to be launching the first Renault electric vehicles for the public to see, and of course order.

“My role involves answering any questions customers may have, and helping them weigh-up and assess what a Kangoo Van Z.E. could do for them and their business.

“I can explain about how electric vehicles work and what the benefits are. We are looking forward to launching the full Renault electric vehicle range over time and matching customers’ requirements with the vehicles that best suit their needs. ”

There are currently 21 dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E. Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Renault Birmingham, like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Renault Birmingham, High Street, Digbeth, Birmingham B12 OLL or call 0121 252 7000

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RENAULT LIVERPOOL PUTS FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLES ON SALE

NEWS FROM RENAULT LIVERPOOL

For immediate release: 7^th February, 2012

Customers can benefit from the expertise of three electric vehicle specialists at Renault Liverpool as the dealership is now live with the highly-anticipated Kangoo Van Z.E.

Visitors to the Sefton Street showroom can find out more about the first Renault electric vehicle to go on sale, place an order or pick the brains of these on-site experts

The Kangoo Van Z.E has already scooped the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van? Magazine’s top prize, and is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

Sales Manager Nick Price, Fleet Sales Specialist Andrew Morris and Sales Executive Paul Sheridan have all undergone a fully comprehensive electric vehicle training programme to fulfil their roles as experts at the dealership.

Nick said: “Everything has really started to take off now, and we have been dealing with a great deal of enquiries about the Kangoo Van Z.E., which we are thrilled to have launched here.

“Andrew, Paul and I are on hand to answer questions from customers and help advise anyone interested in buying one of the new vans.

“The kind of details customers might want to find out about from us include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.

“The Kangoo Van Z.E. is very much a vehicle to appeal to businesses, and I think we will find different types of customer are attracted to different cars in the Renault electric vehicle range as they launch.

“When he start selling the Fluence Z.E or the Twizy in the showroom for instance, they will appeal more to individuals, people with different motoring needs.”

There are currently 21 dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E.

Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Renault Liverpool, like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Renault Liverpool, Sefton Street, Toxteth, L8 6PZ or call 0151 552 8000

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RENAULT CARDIFF LAUNCHES FIRST ELECTRIC VEHICLES

NEWS FROM RENAULT

Renault Cardiff has helped make history by becoming one of the first Renault dealerships offering a full range of services for electric vehicle customers.

Anyone visiting the Penarth Road showroom can now find out more about the new Kangoo Van Z.E., place an order or pick the brains of on-site electric vehicle expert, John Coates.

The greatly-anticipated Kangoo Van Z.E recently scooped the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van? Magazine’s top prize, and is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

New Car Sales Executive, John, underwent a comprehensive and specialist training programme to fulfil his role as an expert.

He said: “We are extremely proud to be among the first dealerships providing an electric vehicle service, and I am here for customers that want to come into the showroom and find out more.

“The sort of things I can help with include advice for anybody thinking about buying a Kangoo Van Z.E. and how it could benefit their lives and their business.

“The kind of details they might want to find out about include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.

“I can judge if someone is a potential and suitable owner, as the van is not for everybody.

“It might be that a customer is more suited to another car from the Renault electric vehicle range and should look into a different model as they become available.”

There are currently twenty one dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E.

Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Renault Cardiff, like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Renault Cardiff, 295 Penarth Road, Cardiff CF11 8UU or call 02920 421 000

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FIRST RENAULT ELECTRIC VEHICLES AVAILABLE AT NESS MOTORS INVERNESS

NEWS FROM RENAULT

For immediate release: 7^th February, 2012

Ness Motors Inverness has become one of the first Renault dealerships in the UK to go live with the award-winning Kangoo Van Z.E.

The electric van has already scooped the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van?  Magazine’s top prize, and is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer.

Tom Hassan, is the electric vehicle expert for vans at the Harbour Road showroom and Murdo Campbell has the same role, but for electric cars. Both men underwent a fully comprehensive electric vehicle training programme to fulfil their roles as specialists at the dealership.

Tom said: “This is a very exciting time for us, and as more of the electric vehicle range becomes available, I am sure there will be even more interest at the showroom.

“Murdo and I are here to answer questions and help people find the right electric vehicle to suit them and their lifestyle.

“The Kangoo Van Z.E tends to be more popular with businesses, but with the Twizy and Fluence Z.E. available for order, we are going to see customers with a variety of motoring needs coming in to find out about the cars.

“The kind of details customers might want to ask us about include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.”

There are currently 21 dealerships that have invested in the infrastructure to allow them to showcase the Kangoo Van Z.E.

Staff at each of these dealers have undergone specialist preparation and technical training to address the demands of the new technology.

Ness Motors Inverness like the other dealerships, has been fitted with new charging points with provider British Gas – one for the workshop and one for the car park. There will also be a charging point in the showroom to provide demonstrations to customers. 

The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery. Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.

For more information visit Ness Motors Inverness, Harbour Road, Inverness IV1 1LN or call 01463 222848.

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RENAULT GENERAL MANAGER CELEBRATES TWENTY YEARS OF SERVICE

NEWS FROM RENAULT CROYDON           

.For immediate release: 6^th February, 2012

This year marks a major milestone for Renault with the launch of electric vehicles, but 2012 is also very significant for Croydon General Manager, Andy Fisher, who celebrates 20 years with the French manufacturer this week.

Andy, who describes his career as being full of ‘positive change’, ‘happy’ and ‘exciting’ said he believes this year will be one of the best for Renault.

He said: “I have had two brilliant decades so far and have seen a lot of change in that time.

“But I think we are in really thrilling times now, the first electric vehicles are here and there is a lot to look forward to.”

Andy, who is also General Manager at Renault Orpington, started his career as a New Car Sales Executive at Renault Leeds, before being promoted to General Sales Manager at Renault Ilford five years later.

By 1999 he was working as the General Manager at Renault Romford and went on to be General Manager at Renault Croydon, for the first time, then Renault London City, Renault London East and then Renault Ilford.

It was in January 2011 that he went on to become General Manager of both Renault Croydon and Renault Orpington, the position he now holds.

One of his personal career highlights was also increasing customer satisfaction in after sales at Renault Ilford from 48 percent to above the national average.

He said: “It has been a very happy 20 years for me. I don’t think you stay working with the same company unless you are really content and enjoy what you do,

“Personal highlights include all the friends I have made, many of  whom still also work for Renault today.

“I just want to focus on moving forward with Renault Croydon and Orpington now, making them the best they can be and putting an emphasis on customer satisfaction.”

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