48 | Nationwide expansion T T from page 46 Hawke’s Bay: Turners Automotive Hastings & MCL Build REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT He says the first focus was regions with a big enough population base to suit a large Turners Cars branch. This led Turners Cars to open large branches in Rotorua and Nelson in 2022. It has then focused on smaller regional centres with a smaller population bases and a corresponding smaller branch. The smaller than usual Timaru branch opened in mid-November, is already thriving. “When we set up in new locations, people know who we are before we get there,” says Marc. “The regional branches typically achieve a high market share fairly quickly, although it has to be said Nelson outperformed all expectations very quickly” Larger centres are also set for a transformation with a supersite in Christchurch shifting to a more customer-friendly smaller site model in multiple locations across the city collectively covering around 30,000sqm. The new locations, including Shands Road in Hornby, Russley Road in Burnside and Moorhouse Ave in the central city, are expected to be fully operational by mid-2025. “The shift to smaller sites aims to create a more approachable and customer-friendly atmosphere, providing a better geographic spread for clients,” says Marc. In terms of future growth plans Turners Cars has secured a site in Tauranga, with plans to complement the existing site in Cameron Road with a second dealership. The company is also eyeing entry into other regional areas where it currently lacks a presence including Wanganui, Masterton, Gisborne, along with a larger site in Invercargill and additional sites in Auckland to cater to demand. Marc says growth is fuelled by the ability to source stock nationally and efficiently distribute it to branches, ensuring a seamless experience for customers across the country. “Business is expanding and growing rapidly with increasing market share. We sit at around 8.5% now nationally and growing. With an unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Turners Cars is not just expanding physically but also strengthening its position as a leading automotive retailer in New Zealand.” ATLAS FIBROUS PLASTER CO. Ph (06) 878 3693 or (06) 835 3693 Mob 0274 464 038 or 0274 746 078 Email office@atlasfp.co.nz 309 Eastbourne Street West, Hastings • Fibrous Plaster Manufacturer and Installation • Supply, fix and stop gib board • Commercial • Domestic • New & Existing • Ceiling & Cornices • Moulds made on request Proud to be associated with MCL Construction and Turners Automotive We provide a diverse range of project management services from inception to handover and deliver with clear communication, integrity, and flexibility. e. hello@tsamgt.com | w. www.tsamgt.com • Weather Tightness Construction Issues • Joinery • Commercial Interiors • High End Residential Construction We Specialise In: • Design Build Projects • Construction Management • Coolstore Construction • Earthquake Strengthening John Bower Managing Director 027 275 4249 mclbuild.co.nz • mcl@mclbuild.co.nz • 06 876 0252 CONSTRUCTION INSPIRED BY LIFE construction inspired by life joinery construction interiors
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