SsangYong has added Northumberland dealer Blackshaws to its network. The historic dealer group’s facility can be found in Coopies Lane Industrial Estate, Morpeth.
Blackshaws is a family-owned business founded in Alnwick over 100 years ago. Shortly after the end of the First World War, Blackshaws was amongst the first places in Northumberland where you could buy an automobile. Brothers, and founders, John Charles and Edward Warren Blackshaw were quick to seize on the opportunity afforded by the early mass-produced cars to establish their car sales business in Tower Lane, Alnwick.
More than 100 years later, and to strengthen its brand offering, Blackshaws
has introduced SsangYong to its Morpeth, Northumberland, showroom, displaying the Korean firm’s range, including its SUV range and the Musso pickup. Customers will be able to relax in the hospitality area and enjoy complimentary refreshments as well as free Wi-Fi.
“We are delighted to welcome an established dealer group, like Blackshaws, to the SsangYong franchise and to extend our representation in the northeast,” commented Kevin Griffin, managing director at SsangYong Motor UK. “The team has a long heritage, an outstanding reputation and wealth of experience and we look forward to introducing them to the SsangYong family.”
Will Blackshaw, managing director at Blackshaws, added: “As the motor industry continues to evolve with rapidly changing technology, Blackshaws is filled with inspiration and excitement for the road ahead. Although the company has grown significantly over the years it remains a friendly, family business rooted in the local community with customer service as its number one priority. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional customer journey and developing strong relationships with our customers. We look forward to developing our relationship with SsangYong Motors and introducing its model line-up to Morpeth and surrounding areas.”
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