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Fast-moving, constantly evolving, never idle. The automotive Industry doesn’t hit the brakes. To stay ahead, you need advisers who’ve steered your peers through the twists and turns with fresh thinking.
Partnering with the innovators shaping the future of the automotive industry
With over 70 years of combined leadership experience in the automotive space, our team will get under the bonnet of your business, understanding not just what you do, but where you want to go and the challenges in your way.
No jargon. No generic advice. Just smart, tailored support.
Because when you’ve got an advisor who truly understands the common challenges and themes across automotive, you can focus on what matters most: driving your business forward.
See what’s really driving the UK automotive market. Watch our deep dive into the Car Dealer Top 100 2025 with CEO’s James Baggott (Car Dealer Magazine) and John Veichmanis (Carwow) as we unpack the numbers, debate the trends, and look ahead at what’s coming for the sector.
We’re immersed in the sector – from front-line retailers and OEMs to leasing, logistics, support services, and every link in the supply chain. We understand how the entire ecosystem connects – and how even subtle shifts can send ripples throughout.
From capital allowances on new dealership corporate identities to fleet remarketing hurdles and the financial health of distribution networks – we’ve seen it, supported it, and helped businesses thrive through it all. Check out some of our testimonials.
We support every type of automotive business – from ambitious owner-managed firms to international groups – with a fully joined-up service: tax, compliance, audit, deal support, legal advice, and wealth planning, all under one roof.
Whether you’re scaling, restructuring, or preparing for a sale, we’re with you at every point of the journey. No more juggling multiple advisors or repeating your story – just a unified team aligned to your goals.
In an industry defined by constant change, having a team that truly understands the automotive landscape – and your unique position within it – gives you the edge. That’s where we come in
As an associate member of the SMMT, we’re connected to the heart of the UK automotive sector. Staying close to the latest trends, policies and insights helps our clients stay ahead.
Real testimonials from automotive businesses we’ve helped drive forward.
From tech and supply chain shake-ups to the drive toward net zero, there’s a lot in motion. Meanwhile, government and policy changes have left the automotive industry seeking clarity. Hopes for stronger support around the ZEV mandate and UK investment didn’t quite hit the mark, and with the increase in employment costs, the long-term impact is still up in the air.
Our Automotive team’s here to make sense of it all – cutting through the noise to spotlight the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the sector’s future. Take a look at our latest Automotive Outlook and get ahead of what’s coming down the road.
Running a successful auto retail business comes with a lot of moving parts, and we’re here to help keep them all running smoothly.
Whether you’re a single-site dealership or a national group, we offer a full suite of services designed to flex with your needs:
Business Services & Outsourcing – so you can spend less time buried in the books and more time focused on growth.
Audit – clear, robust, and industry-savvy.
Business & Personal Tax – keeping you compliant and commercially smart.
Corporate Finance & Transactional Services – from funding to exit, we’ve got your deals covered.
Wealth – helping you plan for the long term.
Business Law – with people who speak your language, not just legalese.
We know the sector inside out, and we tailor everything to suit your business, not the other way around. So wherever you’re heading, we’ll help you get there faster
We work closely with OEMs to protect and strengthen the dealer network, because a healthy network means a stronger brand.
From market-wide studies (like how capital allowances apply to a new dealer corporate identity), to deep-dive financial health checks on “at-risk” retailers – we’ve got the expertise to give you a clear, accurate picture of what’s really going on.
Need an independent business review? We’ll scope it and bring in the best operational minds in the sector to support it. Planning a restructure? We’ll carry out detailed impact assessments and network studies that give you the rationale, the numbers, and the confidence to act.
No fluff. Just insight-led, commercially focused advice to help you build a fitter, future-ready network.
Leasing isn’t just about getting cars on the road – it’s about managing the whole lifecycle, from the retailer forecourt to the end of the fleet journey.
Our specialist tax team understands the pressure points leasing companies face, from navigating capital allowances and income recognition to structuring deals that work across retailer integrations and back-end disposals.
We help you stay on top of the latest tax and accounting requirements while also bringing a commercial lens to your operations. So whether you’re scaling your offering, boosting retailer collaboration, or maximising remarketing returns, we’ve got the insights and experience to drive it forward.
Whether you’re getting parts from A to B, distributing at scale, or managing specialist components in a niche corner of the supply chain, you’re a vital part of the automotive ecosystem. And we get how much pressure that brings.
From energy shifts and autonomy to evolving customer expectations and tighter regulations, we know the challenges you’re facing – and how fast things are moving.
We support automotive wholesalers and distributors with a joined-up approach that combines smart financial systems with commercially grounded advice. Whether you’re navigating supply chain disruption, margin pressures, ESG demands, or planning for future growth, we’re right there with you.
We’ve worked across every corner of the sector, and we’ve seen how different parts of the value chain are reacting to change at different speeds. That’s why our support is always tailored to where you are now – and where you’re heading next.
You might not build the vehicles or sell them, but you’re just as vital to the automotive sector’s success. Whether you’re in tech, recruitment, facilities, marketing, finance, or any other support function, you feel every twist and turn of the industry lifecycle.
We understand how changes across the supply chain, shifting consumer behaviour, and evolving regulations impact you, even if you’re one step removed from the front line.
From funding and forecasting to strategic planning and operational efficiency, we help support businesses adapt, stay relevant, and unlock growth in a sector that never stands still.
So whether you’re scaling alongside an OEM, innovating in EV infrastructure, or adjusting to the pressures of a volatile market, we’ve got the tools and insights to help you keep pace and move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re looking to buy, build or sell, our Deals team brings market-leading expertise across Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Debt Advisory, Private Equity Transaction Advisory and Transaction Tax — delivering one joined-up M&A solution for automotive businesses.
With years of hands-on experience working across front-line retailers, OEMs, leasing and mobility providers, logistics, support services and every link in the automotive supply chain, we understand where value is created, what buyers are really looking for, and how to get deals done in a fast-moving, margin-sensitive market.
Company name:
Deal Type
Company Sale
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
AWR Holdings UK Limited
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Automotive
Company name:
Deal Type
Management Buy Out
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
Peter Vardy
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Automotive
Company name:
Deal Type
Company Sale
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
Lithia Motors Inc / Jardine Motors Group UK
Country of Buyer
United Kingdom
Sectors
Automotive
Company name:
Deal Type
Company Sale
Country
United Kingdom
Buyer Name
Bentley Systems Inc
Country of Buyer
USA
Sectors
Technology
Automotive
Our people make the magic happen.
They’re curious minds, sharp thinkers, and sleeves-rolled-up doers – ready to tackle challenges, spark ideas, and drive your ambitions forward.
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