RENAULT MANCHESTER TO RAISE THE FLAG WITH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL

                                                           

news from renault manchester

For immediate release: Thursday, June 9 2011

RENAULT MANCHESTER TO RAISE THE FLAG WITH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL

Renault Manchester will be flying the flag for the Cathedral School of St Peter & St John RC Primary at the school’s special ECO-Day next week.

The Mount Street-based school was recently awarded the prestigious Green Flag status in recognition of its work to help the environment which means it is now an accredited Eco-School.

Upon learning of Cathedral School’s achievement, Renault Manchester, in Trinity Way, immediately offered to purchase the flagpole for the big day as part of its continuing support for the local community in Salford.

The Mayor of Salford, Councillor Eric Burgoyne, and the Mayoress will be attending the school’s ECO-Day event on Wednesday, June 15 to officially raise the flag at 2pm after a short speech. 

Cathedral School Head Teacher Margaret O’Brien:  “The School has worked extremely hard in promoting our role as stewards of the planet and how every little bit counts.

“The achievement of Green Flag Status is recognition of the effort everyone has made. We hope the importance of caring for our environment will remain with the children as they go through life.

“The School is very grateful for the assistance received from everyone involved and we thank Renault Manchester for kindly purchasing the flagpole.”

Renault Manchester General Manager Jim Schofield said: “It is really hard to reach these standards so this is an amazing achievement for the Cathedral School.

“As soon as we heard about it we wanted to be involved so we are delighted to have been able to help in some way. We thank them for inviting us to the Eco-Day and look forward to the official raising of the flag!”

For more information on Renault Manchester call 0151 252 0000 or visit http://www.renaultretail.co.uk/.

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CHARLES HURST CELEBRATES 100 YEARS AS A MOTOR TRADER AND 50 WITH RENAULT

Two remarkable milestones were marked in a special plaque handover at Renault dealer Charles Hurst in Boucher Road, Belfast this morning.

Charles Hurst originally opened its doors 100 years ago and started to sell Renault cars in 1960, making it one of the longest-running Renault dealerships in the UK and Northern Ireland.

When it started to sell Renault cars, the first ones to leave the showroom included such iconic models as the Renault Floride, famously advertised by Brigitte Bardot, and a deluxe version called the Ondine.

A plaque to celebrate the achievement was handed to Charles Hurst Franchise Director Colin McNab by Renault UK Operations Director Ian Plummer who visited to the dealership to unveil the newly-refurbished showroom. Charles Hurst’s site now meets Renault’s latest state-of-the-art corporate standards called “Project Air” ensuring customers’ needs are catered for and that the environment is as relaxing as possible.

Mr McNab said: “Charles Hurst is putting together a “centenary book” which photos of the major events over the company’s history which is currently being put together. It’s hard to believe we’re celebrating 50 years with Renault this year; a partnership that started in May Street in 1960 and continues today at our main showroom at Boucher Road with branches at Mallusk and Ards.

“It’s a strong and successful partnership that has stood the test of time and this combined with loyal staff and customers has enabled us to grow and develop the franchise through the years.”

For more information, visit Charles Hurst on Boucher Road, Belfast (02890 381721) or click onto www.charleshurstgroup.co.uk

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1. Celebrating two major milestones: Charles Hurst Franchise Director Colin McNab (left) with Renault UK Director, Commercial Operations Ian Plummer.
2. Celebrating two major milestones: Renault UK Director, Commercial Operations Ian Plummer (left) and Charles Hurst Franchise Director Colin McNab.

3. Celebrating two major milestones: Jeff McCartney, Charles Hurst Financial Sales Manager, Charles Hurst Franchise Director Colin McNab, Renault UK Director, Commercial Operations Ian Plummer and Charles Hurst Chairman Ken Surgenor.

PAUL BRADLEY IS NEW GENERAL SALES MANAGER AT RENAULT WIRRAL

                                                           

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For immediate release: Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Keen marathon runner Paul Bradley has taken over as the new general sales manager at Renault Wirral.

Paul has worked at the Renault Retail Group for 14 years, mostly as the business manager at Renault Liverpool, but will now be responsible for both the sales of new and used cars at Wirral.

Since moving to the Woodchurch Road dealership, Paul is now just a five-minute drive from his home in Bebington, where he lives with his wife and two children.

Paul enjoys running in his spare time and last year ran the London Marathon in a fantastic three hours, 59 minutes and 18 seconds.

He has also run several half marathons, regularly raising money for Claire House Children's Hospice, the Jellybean Kids' Appeal and the Northern Lights Children's Charity, which was formed to raise funds to give seriously ill children the chance to go to Lapland at Christmas.

Paul became involved with the charity after experiencing the magic of Lapland with his own family.

His move to Renault Wirral means Paul will work with Mark Whitaker, the new General Manager, and recently appointed After-Sales Manager Dave Howe, who he previously worked with at Renault Liverpool.

Speaking of his appointment at Renault Wirral, Paul said: "I’m looking forward to working with Mark and drawing on his experience and also working with Dave again and building on the relationship we forged at Liverpool.

“We have a very experienced and dedicated staff at Renault Wirral and I believe we will continue to offer a fantastic service to our customers.”

For more information on Renault Wirral call 0151 790 0109 or visit http://www.renaultretail.co.uk/.

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RENAULT APPOINT MARK WHITAKER AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER AT LIVERPOOL AND WIRRAL

                                                           

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For immediate release: Monday, June 6, 2011

Rugby League fan Mark Whitaker has taken over as the new general manager at Renault Liverpool and Renault Wirral.

Mark has worked for Renault for 13 years after joining the company in 1998 as a field-based accountant.

He became the general manager of Renault Leeds in 2003 before moving to Renault Leicester 12 months later.

Mark spent the next seven years at the Midlands dealership which became Branch of the Year in 2005.

When the 43-year-old married father of two is not at work, he follows Rugby League side Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, and also enjoys MOTO GP, travelling abroad at least once a year to watch one of the races.

On his appointment as general manager of both Renault Liverpool, based in Sefton Street, Toxteth and Renault Wirral, on Woodchurch Road, Prenton, Mark said: “I hope to bring my experience to both dealerships and help them go from strength to strength. It's an exciting challenge and one I am very much looking forward to."

For more information on Renault Liverpool call 0844 991 0432 or Renault Wirral on 0151 790 0109 or visit www.renaultretail.co.uk.

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CAPTION: Mark Whitaker (New General Manager at Renault Liverpool and Renault Wirral)

RENAULT MANCHESTER SPONSORS GUITAR WORKSHOP DAY AT SCHOOL

                                                           

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For immediate release: Friday 3^rd June, 2011

Renault Manchester brought music to the ears of teachers and pupils at the King's Grove School after agreeing to sponsor a free Guitar Workshop Day.

The generous donation from the Trinity Way dealership means the specialist school for business and enterprise is able to welcome international guitarist Gordon Dunn to the event which takes place at the Crewe school on June 24.

The day will see Mr Dunn, one of the most innovative and eclectic classical guitarists in the world, show teachers and pupils how to play a wide variety of guitar styles and techniques.

Mr Dunn has also composed a world premier piece of music for the day, which is open for teachers and pupils of all ages and levels, and starts at 10.30am until 3.15pm.

Renault Manchester parts manager Geoffrey Harrison presented a cheque to Kings Grove School music teacher Ruth Davies last week and is delighted the Salford dealership could help sponsor the event.

Mr Harrison said: "We're always interested in supporting local events and we're delighted to offer our help to the King's Grove School on this occasion. The free Guitar Workshop Day is a great opportunity for teachers and pupils to learn something new from a top guitarist. We hope lots of people turn up." 

For more information on Renault Manchester call 0151 252 0000 or visit www.renaultretail.co.uk.

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CAPTION: Pupils (l-r): Sophie & Abigail Joy, Lauren Tunnicliffe (hidden John Manley) Beth Frodsham, Matthew Cornes, Nathan Smith. Geoffrey Harrison (Renault Manchester Parts Manager) and Ruth Davies (King’s Grove School music teacher)

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RENAULT WIRRAL EMPLOYEES RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY

                                                           

                       

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For immediate release: Wednesday 1^st June, 2011

Four windswept employees from Renault Wirral raised more than £800 for charity after battling against the elements at the annual Wirral Coastal Walk. 

The blustery weather failed to stop Shelly McDonald, Anita Sheard, Carole Burns and Steve Pouncey from taking part in the 15-mile fundraising walk around the borough’s coastline which attracted thousands of people for the 25^th year running.

Carole, sales administrator at the dual dealership on Woodchurch Road, Prenton, and Anita and Shelly, who both work in the service departments, together with their friend Dawn raised £390 for the Claire House Children Hospice in Clatterbridge. Steve, who works as a technician and walked along with his wife, Angie, raised just over £400 for St Johns Hospice in Wirral.

The walk started at Seacombe Ferry and took in New Brighton, Leasowe, Meols, Hoylake, West Kirby and Caldy before finishing at Thurstaston Country Park.

Renault Wirral General Manager Mark Whitaker said: “I’ve very proud of the staff members who took part in the Wirral Coast Walk. They tell me it was very gruelling because of the strong winds but worth it for such deserving causes.” 

For more information, visit Renault Wirral on Woodchurch Road, call 0151 552 4000 or log onto www.renaultretail.co.uk

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RENAULT BOLTON SET TO GIVE MOTORSPORT FANS CHANCE TO SEE F1 CAR

                                                           

                                                           

News from Renault BOLTON

For immediate release: Wednesday 1^st June, 2011

Renault Bolton will showcase a Formula One lotusrenault car at the Le Mans Motorsport Festival this weekend (June 11/12).

F1 fans will get the chance to get up close and personal to the 2011 car at the event which takes place on Saturday and Sunday.

The festival is staged in commemoration of Bolton’s status as the twin town of the prestigious racing location of Le Mans.

Renault Bolton will be taking over part of the Market Place Shopping Centre and turning it into a Formula One-style paddock, featuring the only F1 race car simulator in the UK.

Visitors can race the Silverstone race circuit, competing against each other to reach the top of the leader board. Entrants will be asked to give a small donation, with all the proceeds going to a local charity.

Renault Bolton, based in Manchester Road, will also have a range of models on display throughout the week previous to the festival. The Festival has been organised by motorsport enthusiast, radio broadcaster and actor Jack Marsden for the second successive year.

Renault’s up-and-coming British Formula Three driver Oliver Webb, 20, is also set to attend the town-wide event.

Renault Bolton general sales manager Steve Parsley said: “We’re delighted to be involved in the Motorsport Festival this year. It is going to be a brilliant day out for all the family. The F1 simulator is ultra realistic and I’m sure it will be very popular with visitors on the day.

“Renault Bolton would like to thank Jack Marsden for all his hard work and Rod Neasham at The Market Place for inviting us to the F1 Paddock.”

For more information on Renault Bolton on

Manchester Road

call 01204 511000 or click onto www.renaultretail.co.uk.

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