Group Managing Director Mark Brickhall says: 'Our HiQ Accelerated Franchise Programme has been hugely successful with our regional zones being oversubscribed with bids. I am delighted that Chris is the first successful named bidder, as he has been an integral part of our success, and in particular HiQ's growth, for many years. I'm confident that his knowledge, experience and, above all, focus on contributing to a stronger future HiQ network will ensure that both his personal business ambitions and our network growth plans will be highly successful.'

Over the next few weeks, Goodyear Dunlop will interview and assess the successful chosen bidders for every HiQ region. Once this phase is completed the regional franchise partners will be named.

Chris explains his decision to invest with HiQ: 'With thirty years of experience in running business units across Europe with Goodyear Dunlop, I am now fulfilling my ultimate ambition of running my own regional tyre retailing business. I know that there is huge potential to grow this business and drive the network forward. I have worked with many of the HiQ Team in the past, many of whom I know personally. I respect their commitment to the business and HiQ concept, and I look forward to this new challenge.'

Published: 29 August 2008

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