Evans Halshaw, one of the UK’s largest automotive retailers, has acquired Citroën and Peugeot Newport retail operations from Stellantis &You.
The acquisitions strengthen Evans Halshaw’s longstanding representation of Stellantis, expanding its representation of both brands, taking its Peugeot network to eight stores and Citroën to 12 nationwide.
As part of the acquisition, the existing Evans Halshaw Vauxhall Newport operation will relocate into the newly acquired site, located on Newport Retail Park – which will create a larger, multi-brand retail destination, which supports the continued growth of the local team. The business has also secured additional land adjacent to the site and is planning to invest in future development and enhance the overall customer experience at the store.
This latest acquisition builds on Evans Halshaw continued expansion across key UK regions, reinforcing its presence in South Wales. The move backs into the strategy of parent company Lithia UK, which recently successfully acquired stores from Read Motor Group, Hatfields, Arden and more.
Gary Armstrong, Managing Director of Evans Halshaw, added: “This acquisition allows us to build on our existing presence in Newport and bring multiple brands together into a single, enhanced location. As part of the deal, we will be growing our team, while continuing to deliver a high standard of service to both new and existing customers.
“We look forward to welcoming colleagues and customers as we transition the site in the coming months.”
Stellantis is a key OEM partner for Evans Halshaw, with the retailer representing Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Vauxhall, Fiat, Abarth, Jeep and Alfa Romeo.
Steve Spicer, Group Vice President at Lithia UK, added: “We are delighted to be expanding our presence in South Wales through the acquisition of the Newport Citroën and Newport Peugeot businesses. This is an important step in strengthening our presence in Wales and continuing to grow our representation across key volume brands. The Newport store presents a strong opportunity for us to invest, develop and create a compelling retail environment for both customers and colleagues alike.”
