Business 11 www.aftermarketonline.net JUNE 2025 Independent tyre wholesaler, Oak Tyres, continues to strengthen its operational capabilities across the northwest, with the recent opening of a new 90,000ft2 storage and distribution facility in Warrington. Oak, which has been a key business in the tyre industry and across the region since 1980, said on May 14 the expansion allows the company to grow further, as well as improve service levels and increase stock capacity to better serve its customers. With the new facility in Warrington — Oak’s seventh warehouse across the northwest, near to its two existing warehouses in Haydock — the tyre brand can boost the efficiency of its deliveries to customers across the whole of the region and beyond, allowing for continued prompt delivery times and increasing overall accessibility to its product range. Peter Cross, Oak’s commercial director, said: “This expansion is a huge milestone for us, and one that signifies and reinforces our position as a market leader in the tyre industry. “We know our customers value efficiency, and so this investment not only supports the growth of our brand but also demonstrates our commitment to delivering quality service for our customers.” Cross said: “The strategic addition to our warehouse network positions us for future growth, ensuring that we continue to meet increasing demand while maintaining the high standards of service and reliability that customers have come to expect.” Ali Yilmaz, the managing director of Point S UK, has unveiled ambitious plans to build the country’s largest independent automotive service network by 2035. Announcing the ambition in front of hundreds of Point S members during the network’s recent annual conference, Yilmaz said he believed opportunities for growth have never been greater and that recent market exits have presented a “fertile planting ground” for growth. Point S International claims to be the world’s largest independent tyre dealer and vehicle maintenance network, present in 51 countries on five continents. Operating in the UK since 2011, the British network now has more than 340 points of sale and is growing rapidly as independent maintenance centres seek new revenue streams amidst electrification challenges. Yilmaz said: “There’s never been a better time to expand our UK network of independent automotive service providers. “The independent sector already represents approximately one-third of the UK market and continues to grow. Point S sets out plans to further expand auto service network in mission for growth Oak Tyres rolls out new storage hub For peace of mind always use a Garage Equipment Association member. GEA accredited engineers work to an industry code of conduct. Your assurance their skills and knowledge have been independently assessed. IS YOUR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER GEA ACCREDITED? Ask your engineer for his accreditation card ! The Upholders of Industry standards since 1945 The Garage Equipment Association www.gea.co.uk GEA ACCREDITED ENGINEER Name Company Discipline Exp Date ID Number XX123456 XX123456 XX123456 XX123456 XX123456
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