A motoring group has launched a new £4 million commercial vehicle facility in the Black Country.
Guest Motor Group, which specialises in sales and servicing for brands such as Iveco and Fiat, has opened the 28,000 sq ft facility in Bushbury.
Branded as Guest Truck and Van, the new hub has regenerated a former bingo hall which has been designed to operate sustainably while servicing eco-friendly vehicles and fleets.
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The centre incorporates aspects of the site's history, integrating two commercial vehicle inspection pits into the remnants of the former railway maintenance yard, including preserved railway platforms and tracks that were uncovered during excavation works.
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It also accommodates group company Vehicle Lining Services which fits out vans and trucks including compliance packages for the London fleet operator recognition scheme. Twelve new jobs have been created as a result of the launch.
Managing director Robert Spittle said: "Our objective in reviving this former bingo hall site was to demonstrate our commitment to the local community as well as the progressive trends in commercial vehicles.
"By embracing emerging technologies like electric and alternative fuels, we're ensuring our services are in lockstep with the industry's trajectory.
"This is more than just a branch, it is a symbol of our commitment to customer service, a beacon for sustainable alternatives and a statement of our intention to stay at the forefront of commercial vehicle trends."