UK-based Steer Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Carcomm Coachworks Limited, a specialist in the repair and maintenance of commercial vehicles. Carcomm Coachworks operates from a 55,000 sq. ft. repair facility near London’s Heathrow airport, providing repair services for a range of commercial vehicles, including LCVs, HGVs, public transport, and specialist agricultural and roadside maintenance […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Acquires Seven Rye Street Group Collision Repair Centers
Steer Automotive Group, the UK-based collision repair facility consolidator, announced the acquisition of Rye Street Group that manages a network of seven collision repair centers holding 23 manufacturer approvals and 24 insurer approvals. Both Rye Street Group Managing Directors, Bill Duffy and Lee McNaughton will be exiting the business as part of this transition. Nick […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Acquires Fleet Repair Operator
Steer Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Komoo Limited, that provides dedicated repair services to vehicle rental and fleet businesses. Komoo, with its established network of fleet repair sites located near airports and vehicle storage hubs, brings extensive expertise in providing rapid, high-quality repair services, supporting vehicle rental and corporate fleet customer bases. These strategically […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires 7-Location MSO in Southwest England
Steer Automotive Group, the largest collision repair facility operator in the U.K., announced the acquisition MG Cannon Ltd., the operator of six OEM certified repair facilities and a SMART cosmetic repair facility across the southwest England. This acquisition expands Steer’s regional footprint and support mutual client partners, strengthening Steer’s presence and service capacity along the […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Launches First EV Specific Collision Repair Center
The Steer Automotive Group announced the launch of Steer Electric, the group’s first purpose-built electric vehicle repair location. This new facility at Eastleigh, Hampshire, England is strategically located just off the M27, near the Southampton import docks, providing excellent accessibility and convenience. Steer Electric Eastleigh spans over 14,000 square feet and is designed to accommodate […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires Gemini Accident Repair Centres 38 Locations
Steer Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Gemini Accident Repair Centres Limited, furthering its mission to provide unparalleled automotive repair services across the United Kingdom (UK). This acquisition includes all 38 sites of Gemini, expanding Steer’s footprint from Edinburgh to Cornwall Founded in 2008 by Tim Hopkins, Gemini has grown from a single-site operation to […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Acquires Two Luxury Collision Repair Centers
Steer Automotive announced the acquisitions of Chartwell and M&A Coachworks. The two businesses expand Steer’s capabilities in the luxury vehicle repair sector. Chartwell, established in 1966, and M&A Coachworks, established in 1971, collectively bring over a century of experience and luxury sector repair expertise to the Group. The two collective organizations hold recommendation and approval […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires 11 Collision Repair Centers
Steer Automotive Group, the UK’s largest multiple shop operator (MSO) announced the acquisition of Lovells Auto Body Centres and Pronto Accident Repair Centres. The integration of Lovells and Pronto’s 11 sites across the East of England complements our group’s current East Midlands’ footprint. Lovells Auto Body Centre emerged in 1972 from the Lovells family garage […]
Oakley Capital Acquires Stake in UK’s Steer Automotive Group
Oakley Capital, the pan-European private equity investor, announced it has reached a conditional agreement to invest in Steer Automotive Group, the UK’s largest independent collision repair group. Founded in 2018 by serial entrepreneur Richard Steer, Steer Automotive has expanded through 18 acquisitions, establishing a network of over 100 collision repair centers. Steer, and the current […]
UK’s Steer Automotive Group Acquires 5 Location Commercial Vehicle Collision Repair MSO
The Steer Automotive Group has acquired C&C Vehicles Services that operates five commercial collision repair and refurbishment facilities in the UK along major travel routes. The acquisition marks the launch of the Steer Commercial Division with plans to grow the footprint of commercial facilities beyond the five acquired locations. Established in 1986, C&C Vehicle Services […]