Van Mossel Automotive Group expands its presence in Southern England with the acquisition of two dealer groups

• Acquisition includes two dealer groups: Breeze Motor Group and Ocean Automotive
• In total: 9 dealership locations, 2 body repair centres and 1 parts distribution warehouse
• Both companies operate in the South Coast region, with locations in Portsmouth, Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne and Yeovil

Waalwijk, 20 November 2025 – Van Mossel Automotive Group has taken a strategic step in the United Kingdom with the acquisition of two dealer groups: Breeze Motor Group and Ocean Automotive. Both companies are based on the South Coast, with locations in Portsmouth, Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne and Yeovil. This expansion further strengthens Van Mossel’s position in the UK on the mainland. The acquisition includes nine dealership locations, two body repaircentres, and one parts distribution warehouse.

This move follows earlier acquisitions in the Channel Islands (Jersey and Guernsey), Isle of Man and Isle of Wight and enhances Van Mossel’s presence on the British mainland. The combined acquisition underlines the group’s continued European growth strategy.
 
Breeze Motor Group represents Volkswagen Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles, Suzuki and Ducati, and is an official distributor of Volkswagen parts through the Trade Parts Specialist network. Breeze has also built a successful camper and lifestyle van hire business operating under the name ‘Breeze Campers’. Breeze Motor Group operates six dealership locations and one parts warehouse. In 2024, the group generated a turnover of €176.25 million and employs more than 250 people.


Mark Langford, Managing Director, Breeze Motor Group:
“It is with great pleasure that I announce we have reached an agreement with Van Mossel Automotive Group following careful consideration. Over the past 25 years, under the unwavering leadership of John Corderoy, Breeze Motor Group has built a strong reputation with a loyal customer base. Van Mossel’s investment and expertise will further strengthen our representation and customer offering going forward, and we are excited for this next chapter for Breeze Motor Group.”

Ocean Automotive represents the Audi and Volvo brands and operates three dealership locations and two body repair centres. In 2024, the group recorded a turnover of €203 million. Ocean Automotive is active in, among others, Yeovil and Poole.

Gail Polkinghorne, Managing Director, Ocean Automotive:
“We are pleased to announce the completion of the acquisition of Ocean Automotive, following an impressive 25-year journey in Poole and Yeovil. The management team would like to express its gratitude for the leadership and dedication shown by David Kelly over the years. We are excited to become part of the Van Mossel family. We share many core values and are enthusiastic about seeing our teams grow and thrive and continuing to deliver excellence in all aspects of our service.”

Both Breeze Motor Group and Ocean Automotive will operate under the umbrella of Van Mossel Automotive International, the international division of Van Mossel Automotive Group, responsible for all activities outside the Benelux region.

Eric Berkhof, CEO of Van Mossel Automotive Group:
“These simultaneous acquisitions represent a logical next step for us in the UK. Both groups have established a strong regional footprint in Southern England. This acquisition strengthens our position and opens the door to further growth. We look forward to a successful collaboration with both companies and continued expansion in the region.”

About Van Mossel Automotive Group
Over the past 75 years, Van Mossel Automotive Group has grown into the largest automotive company in the Benelux. After this acquisition there are 571 locations across the Benelux, Denmark, Germany, France and the United Kingdom, representing 50 car brands. Each year, over 206,000 new and used vehicles are sold. The group’s nationwide body repair network spans the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Van Mossel is also home to International Car Lease Holding, which manages a leasing fleet of 130,000 vehicles. This includes lease brands Van Mossel Autolease, J&T Autolease, DirectLease and Van Mossel Westlease