Our Story
Built on Nearly 100 Years of History
Eastern Western Motor Group has been part of the Scottish automotive industry since 1927, growing from a single Edinburgh business into one of the UK’s leading dealer groups. While the business has expanded significantly over the decades, we remain a family-owned company with people, relationships and long-term careers at the centre of everything we do.
Today, we represent some of the world’s most recognised automotive brands across Scotland, delivering exceptional customer experiences through our retail, aftersales and support teams.
Our People
A Business Built Around Colleagues
At Eastern Western Motor Group, our colleagues are central to our success. Across our dealerships, workshops and head office teams, thousands of people work together every day to support customers and help the business continue to grow.
From apprentices and technicians to sales executives, customer service advisors, marketers, accountants and senior leaders, every role plays an important part within the Group.
A Supportive Working Environment
We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, respected and valued. Teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect are central to how we work across the business.
Many colleagues stay with Eastern Western Motor Group for years, building long-term careers and lasting relationships with both customers and fellow team members. We are proud of the supportive culture that exists throughout the Group and the sense of pride colleagues take in being part of the team.
Careers & Development
Long-Term Career Opportunities
Many of our senior leaders started their careers within Eastern Western Motor Group in trainee or junior positions. We are passionate about developing talent from within the business and creating genuine long-term career opportunities for colleagues across the Group.
With more than 100 different career paths available, colleagues have opportunities to progress across multiple departments, locations and manufacturer brands throughout Scotland.
Training & Development
We continue to invest in training, apprenticeships and leadership development across every area of the business. Colleagues have access to manufacturer training programmes, internal development opportunities and leadership initiatives designed to support long-term career progression.
Whether someone is starting their first role in the industry or bringing years of experience, we are committed to helping colleagues continue to grow and develop throughout their careers.
Our Brands & Industry Partnerships
Working with Leading Automotive Brands
Eastern Western Motor Group represents a wide range of premium, volume and specialist automotive brands, giving colleagues the opportunity to work with some of the most respected manufacturer partners in the world.
Working across multiple brands and departments allows colleagues to build valuable experience within a modern and fast-moving industry while developing specialist skills across retail, technical and customer-focused roles.
Our Future
Investing in the Future of Automotive
The automotive industry continues to evolve rapidly, with changing technologies, electrification and new customer expectations shaping the future of the sector.
At Eastern Western Motor Group, we continue to invest in our people, facilities and future opportunities to ensure we remain a great place to build a successful long-term career for years to come.
Brilliant at the B.A.S.I.C.S
Our vision is to continue to grow and develop the Group, predominantly with existing brand partners in new geographical territories and in doing so, we will always strive to develop the finest facilities for our colleagues and customers alike. To be able to deliver on this vision, we will employ the best staff for all positions to ensure we always deliver an outstanding customer experience.
B. Behaviour
We are always professional, courteous and polite when dealing with our customers, colleagues and manufacturers, treating everyone with respect.
A. Attitude
It is often said "your attitude decides your altitude!" We wholeheartedly agree and we will always aim to promote from within
S. Support
We always look to support our colleagues and customers by offering assistance and help whenever we see or feel they need it.
I. Ideas
We welcome your good ideas, large or small. We will recognise and reward for ideas that have a positive impact on the performance of our business.
C. Celebrate
Celebrate what is achieved, but raise the bar a little each time you succeed and acknowledge the success of the teams and individuals around you.
S. Smile
Smile, be friendly, it makes for a better day!
Whatever your role in our centres your ideas and opinions are welcomed and celebrated.
- Keith Duncan, Group Managing Director.
Our Mission & Values
Our Mission
Our aim is to continually grow and develop our Group with the finest facilities anywhere in Scotland. Our ambition is to employ the best staff for all positions to ensure we always deliver an outstanding customer experience.
Our Values
We believe in treating people with respect, supporting one another as a team and creating an environment where colleagues can develop successful and rewarding careers. We are proud of our family-owned heritage and remain committed to investing in our people, our customers and the communities we serve across Scotland.