Motoring

Motoring history 76 years in the making as classic car finds its way back to original Hendy dealership

A classic car is back home at the dealership where it was first sold 76 years ago after a recent auction. The 1949 Ford Anglia E494A, originally sold by Percy Hendy Ltd... READ MORE »

Dorset Chamber welcomes Audi and Volvo dealer Ocean Automotive as its latest partner

Ocean Automotive has been named the latest platinum business partner of Dorset Chamber. The group represents Audi and Volvo in Dorset and Somerset, selling both new and... READ MORE »

Hendy Group continues partnership with AFC Bournemouth for fifth year

Hendy Group has renewed its headline sponsorship of AFC Bournemouth for the 2024/25 season, marking the fifth consecutive year of this partnership. The automotive dealer... READ MORE »

Hendy prepares for further growth by appointing Duncan McPhee to new Chief Operating Officer role

Hendy Group has appointed Duncan McPhee to the new role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). His appointment further strengthens the executive board in preparation for the... READ MORE »

Poole revs up for Emblem Sports Cars' 20th anniversary celebration

One of the UK's leading specialists in Italian sports cars has celebrated its 20th anniversary with an open day at its Poole premises. Emblem Sports Cars, known for its... READ MORE »

On the road to success: Dorset vehicle auctioneers expand fleet to meet growing demand

South West Vehicle Auctions, a leading Dorset vehicle auctioneer, has expanded its fleet of transporters in response to growing demand. The recent purchase of a new... READ MORE »

Family motor group Hendy honours top Dorset performers at annual awards

Dorset colleagues were among those honoured at this year’s Hendy Group Awards. Comedian Russell Kane acted as host for the event with Paul Hendy, the family motor... READ MORE »

Vehicle auction house drives forward with expanded new premises

Dorset-based South Western Vehicle Auctions has held its first used car auction in its expanded new premises. The auctioneers had been operating out of purpose-built... READ MORE »

Key appointment for automotive group as Kevin joins Hendy as Head of Service

South Coast automotive group Hendy has appointed Kevin Souster as Head of Service. He joins the senior leadership team after working at the Renault Group for the last 16... READ MORE »

600-strong charity ride-out raises more than £10k to support life-saving work

More than 600 motorcyclists attended DocBike’s annual charity ride-out, raising over £10,000 for the life-saving charity. The riders persevered in some challenging... READ MORE »