27th April 2016
Our long term business relationship with Fleet Financial is very special as 2016 commemorates twenty years in business for both companies. The Fleet Financial 20th Anniversary Dinner was held recently in the Stuart Suite at the Culloden Hotel one of Northern Ireland's most prominent landmarks and luxury hotel complexes. CEO Raymond Hill stated '1996 was the year both the..[read more].
25th April 2016
Richard Turner Cars successfully completed the 2016 London Marathon raising £2,500 for the Foyle Hospice. MD Michael Tomalin stated 'it takes a great deal of commitment to complete this challenge and we are delighted to advise that the City Auction Group sponsored runner earned some serious funds for a great cause'.
18th April 2016
NAMA Qualified Inspection Teams Every inspection unit across the group has qualified NAMA inspectors performing daily assessment of every vehicle offered at our auction events. Simon Bond, Head of Inspections comments 'We provide crucial vehicle condition information to enable our online buyers the comfort to purchase from their office or 24/7 from our online centre. We provide..[read more].
13th April 2016
Rockingham Defleet Investment The development continues at our Rockingham centre in Northamptonshire with a new build vehicle preparation bay and refurbishment centre being constructed to enhance the defleet services at our world class central hub. MD Michael Tomalin states 'This investment confirms our commitment in developing this centre into the home of great cars. Alongside..[read more].
9th March 2016
Trust Ford named Top 25 Big Company to Work For 2016 Trust Ford have been rewarded for their ongoing commitment to their people by achieving the prestigious Top 25 Big Companies to work for. MD Michael Tomalin comments 'The Trust Ford philosophy toward both their people and business partners is industry leading. We have a great relationship with the group and value their business..[read more].
3rd March 2016
New Corporate Sales Manager Hannah Vine joins the City Auction Group as Corporate/Manufacturer Sales Manager from Manheim. Based at Rockingham she will develop existing and new relationships with vehicle manufacturers, leasing companies, financial institutions and daily rental companies for all our centres including online remarketing opportunities. MD Michael Tomalin states 'Han..[read more].
2nd March 2016
NI Council Tender Win We are delighted to announce that we have been selected as the chosen supplier for the provision of auction services for Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council commencing with immediate effect. MD Michael Tomalin states 'We offer the complete service to councils and government departments which includes movement, preparation and sale of assets. With all ..[read more].
1st March 2016
Record Monday Evening Auction Event A new record was set last night at our Belfast centre with more vehicles sold on a Monday evening than ever before since the introduction of the new brand in 2011. GM David Scott stated 'the dealer group part exchange product is converting close to 100% first sale at outstanding financial returns. The line up under the canopy and the mechanical..[read more].
18th February 2016
Going, going, gone! Citroen and Peugeot Financial Services did the double at Rockingham's Anniversary Sale with 100% conversion and 100% of CAP in a busy auction event with major online activity. MD Michael Tomalin stated 'we have built quite a reputation with the franchised dealer network in the region and achieved excellent financial returns for PSA vehicles at our events in bo..[read more].
11th February 2016
We Value our Environment We are proud to announce that we have been audited and found to meet the requirements of standard ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System and BS OHSAS 18001:2007 Health & Safety Management System. Helena O'Neill states 'We value our carbon footprint as a business and we are committed in providing a safe working environment for our team and clie..[read more].