Thomas Hardie Commercials has been named as Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland’s ‘Dealer of the Year’ – clinching the award for the second consecutive time.

The honour is presented to the Volvo Trucks dealer which has demonstrated the highest level of performance, coupled with outstanding customer service in all areas.

Based in the North West of England and North Wales, Thomas Hardie Commercials came out on top after recording particularly impressive results for vehicle uptime, MOT performance and parts sales. It also scored highly for used truck sales.

The judges praised the business for its “continued success”, adding: “It’s a major achievement to win this coveted award two years in a row. The competition is always of the highest standard, so to come out on top again is testament to the company’s sustained results and the strong level of service Thomas Hardie Commercials offers its customers.”

Jim Murray, Managing Director, Thomas Hardie Commercials, said: “We are delighted to win this award for a second consecutive year, it is a real honour for all the team.

Volvo Trucks provides complete transport solutions for professional and demanding customers, offering a full range of medium to heavy duty trucks. Customer support is secured via a global network of dealers with 2,100 service points in more than 130 countries. Volvo trucks are assembled in 14 countries across the globe. In 2019 approximately 131,000 Volvo trucks were delivered worldwide. Volvo Trucks is part of Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. Volvo Trucks ́ work is based on the core values of quality, safety and environmental care.

“The success is down to the hard work and commitment of every member of staff at Thomas Hardie Commercials. We are proud of the performance levels we have achieved and are looking forward to building on those results as we head into 2021.”

Thomas Hardie Commercials was founded in 1985 with just two depots. Today it operates from seven main dealer sites, in Deeside, Middlewich, Moorgate, Lancaster, Liverpool, Preston and Trafford Park. It also operates a separate body and paint shop under the Thomas Hardie Vehicle Solutions banner, based in Chorley.

This year’s Annual Awards Dinner was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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