STAFF AT RENAULT ORPINGTON LOOK FORWARD TO A NEW-LOOK SHOWROOM

NEWS FROM RENAULT ORPINGTON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 29th September, 2011

Renault Orpington will undergo a showroom refurbishment this month, but will remain open for business as usual.

The dealership in Crofton Road will have new floor tiles laid, freshly painted walls and new furniture for customers and staff, once the work is complete.

The makeover is being carried out over several weeks in October as part of Project AIR, an initiative to upgrade Renault dealerships by 2014.

Andy Fisher, General Manager of Renault Orpington, said: “We’ll be open as usual throughout the refurbishment and will work hard to ensure minimum disruption to our customers.

“We know all the work will be well worth it and it is something we are really looking forward to.

“The showroom will be getting a new and fresher look that will benefit staff and customers alike.”

For more information, visit Renault Orpington on Crofton Road (01689 308 000) or click onto www.renaultretail.co.uk /Orpington

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NEW AND IMPROVED SHOWROOM IS OPENED TO THE PUBLIC AT RENAULT CROYDON

NEWS FROM RENAULT CROYDON           

For immediate release 28^th, September 2011

Renault Croydon staff have been enjoying a new-look showroom following a refurbishment at the dealership in Brighton Road.

The work was carried out as part of Project AIR, an initiative to upgrade Renault dealerships by 2014, and finishing touches were put in place this month.

The overhaul saw new floor tiles laid, the walls freshly painted and extra space created for at least one or two more Renault models in the showroom.

General Manager Andy Fisher said he was very pleased with the refurbishment, as it felt like the building had been given a ‘new lease of life’

He said: “The last time the showroom had a new look was about eight or nine years ago, so this is absolutely brilliant for us.

“We have moved a few of the different sections of the showroom around, including the customer waiting area.

“This will allow more space for our customers to have a look around and view the fantastic range of Renault vehicles we have on show.

“The used car area has also been redone, so it is bigger now.”

The makeover to the interior of the building has also meant the dealership will be able to display a Renault van in the showroom for the first time.

For more information, visit Renault Croydon on Brighton Road (0208 276 4000) or click onto www.renaultretail.co.uk

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Picture Caption: (L-R) Andy Fisher, General Manager, Daniel De Silva, Salesman, Daniel Sait, Sales Manager, and Phillip Wyld, Van Salesman

HOLDEN HELPS GET AGENCY EXPRESS FRANCHISEES GET ON BOARD!

NEWS FROM HOLDEN

For immediate release:  Monday, 26^th September 2011

Two new Agency Express vehicles are set to hit the roads after a Norwich-based company’s latest recruits took delivery of new Renault Master vans.

The vans are the 299th and 300th to be hand over to the firm in an on-going agreement between Norwich-based Agency Express and Renault dealer Holden.

Agency Express is the largest 'For Sale' board contractor in the UK and erects and maintains about one in five of all estate agency boards in the country.

The company was set up in 1998 by Stephen Watson, a former estate agent himself, when he saw a need for the service. The company has since grown with 90 centres all over the UK with franchisees getting all the tools they need – including a brand new Renault Master Van.

The latest pair to take delivery of their vans were Greg Whitehouse who will be looking after Walsall and Steve Rowson who oversees the Dartford area.

Stephen Watson said: “We’ve been using the Renault Master van since we set up 13 years ago. The newest incarnation is better than ever, offering fantastic fuel economy, enough space for all of our ‘for sale’ boards and equipment and comfort for our franchisees who spend a lot of time on the road.”

Terry Smith, business sales manager at Holden, said: “We’ve been supplying Agency Express since 1998 and it’s always a pleasure to hand over the Renault Master to an established and successful local company.”

For more information, visit Holden Norwich on Heigham Street (01603 628911) or click onto www.holdengroup.co.uk. For more information on Agency Express, click onto www.agencyexpress.co.uk

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1. From left, Emma George from Agency Express, Holden business sales manager Terry Smith, and new Agency Express franchisees Steve Rowson and Greg Whitehouse.

MANAGER BEGINS ROLE IN THE NEW CAR SALES DEPARTMENT AT RENAULT LONDON WEST

News from RENAULT LONDON WEST

For immediate release: September 26^th, 2011

Riccardo Piancastelli has been appointed as the new sales manager at Renault London West – the UK’s largest Renault dealership.

Mr Piancastelli, who is originally from Bologna in Italy, transferred across from the used car department within the dealership, and has more than ten years of managerial experience,.

He said: “I have gained a thorough understanding of how things work throughout sections of the business. I love the ethos here at Renault Retail Group.”

Mr Piancastelli said that during seven months of working at the dealership and his time spent in both the used and new car departments, he had learnt a great deal.

He said: “What I like about being here is the way everyone works towards one shared goal.

“We’re all hugely committed to the highest standards of customer care here at Renault London West.

“The size of the dealership and being situated on one of the main roads into London, means we are able to display a huge selection of Renault cars.

“Renault is well-known for high standards of safety and style and this is something I am very proud to represent.”

Andrew Feehilly, General Manager of Renault London West, said he was very pleased to have Mr Piancastelli working in the new role.

He said: “He has a lot of experience to share and a lot of enthusiasm to bring to the job.

For more information on Renault London West please contact 020 8276 2000 or visit: www.renaultretail.co.uk

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Picture captions: Riccardo Piancastelli

BOWOOD HOSTS DRIVING EVENT FOR PLATINUM BATH CUSTOMERS

News from Renault

For immediate publication: Wednesday, 21^st September 2011

One of Wiltshire’s greatest treasures, Bowood House and Gardens, played host to an exclusive driving day at the weekend.

Platinum Bath, along with a handful of other Renault dealerships, invited selected customers to enjoy a free day out at the attraction before trying out the cars and vans along a dedicated test drive route.

The location, near Calne, was selected as there’s something for everyone. As well as a being home to the Lansdowne family, there’s also an adventure playground, ”Capability” Brown-landscaped grounds, in addition to the car and van display on the day from Renault.

More than 300 test drives were taken on the day including Shay Messer from Bath attended the event with his girlfriend and her family. He said: “We had a very enjoyable day, and having got there early, were able to drive a huge range of cars including the Mégane Renaultsport 250 which I fell in love with!

“There was lots to do and we had good weather. I’m looking forward to the next event already!”

For more information, visit Platinum Bath on Lower Bristol Road (01225 485400) or click onto www.platinumrenault.co.uk

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BOWOOD HOSTS VA VA VOOM DRIVING EVENT FOR AKS CUSTOMERS!

NEWS FROM AKS RENAULT, YEOVIL

For immediate release: Wednesday, 21^st September 2011

One of Wiltshire’s greatest treasures, Bowood House and Gardens, played host to an exclusive driving day at the weekend.

Renault dealer, AKS Yeovil, along with a handful of other Renault dealerships, invited selected customers to enjoy a free day out at the attraction before trying out the cars and vans along a dedicated test drive route.

The location, near Calne, was selected as there’s something for everyone. As well as a being home to the Lansdowne family, there’s also an adventure playground, ”Capability” Brown-landscaped grounds, in addition to the car and van display on the day from Renault.

More than 300 test drives were taken on the day. For more information on AKS Renault, visit the showroom on Addlewell Lane or call 01935 426048.

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COUNTY CONTRACTORS CELEBRATES 35TH ANNIVERSARY

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Fourteen brand new Renault cars and vans have just taken to the road with South West firm County Contractors. The Weston-super-Mare-based company, which runs a seventy-strong vehicle fleet, is currently celebrating its 35^th anniversary and has treated itself to 14 new models as part of the first phase of a replacement programme for the remaining thirty commercial vehicles over the next eighteen months.

County Contractors undertake the refurbishment of commercial businesses, specialising in hotel and leisure, retail and local authority sectors. Since the company’s inception in 1976, they have continued to grow and currently achieve an annual turnover in excess of £25 million.

Continued success and a healthy order book has enabled them to invest in phase one of the upgrade of their existing commercial fleet, taking delivery of nine Master Vans, three Kangoo Vans and two Kangoo cars from S J Cook & Sons on Locking Road, Weston-super-Mare with an all new distinctive County Contractors’ livery.

Mark Roberts, Sales Executive at S J Cook & Sons, who recently handed over the 14 keys, said, “It’s always a pleasure to see a local firm celebrating so many years of success, and we’re thrilled to supply a Weston-super-Mare business with its fleet requirements. The Renault van range is number one in Europe and part of its strength is its variety. County Contractors has selected vehicles of all sizes to form a reliable fleet to suit their staff and their specialist equipment.”

Kevin Lee, Director at County Contractors, said: “Our decision to go for Renaults was based on the excellent value for money, high level of standard specification including Bluetooth and satellite navigation that we hope will prove invaluable to our employees who travel the length and breadth of the country. Combine this with the technical advances made by Renault resulting in good fuel economy and lower road tax due to the Euro 5 status achieved by the Master van, made our choice of manufacturer a relatively simple decision.

“We also strive to deal with local businesses such as SJ Cook and Sons who offer a more personal service and have a like-minded approach to negotiations.”

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