Industry Veterans to Lead Premier Imaging and Software Business
- Robert Hazelwood, former MD of BCA UK, CEO Inchcape Retail, and Head of Volkswagen and SKODA UK brands, appointed as leader
- Comprehensive digital service offers top-tier photography, video, turntable technology, advanced software, and data management
Citygate Holdings has launched Auto.Works—a groundbreaking business aimed at transforming the online presentation of new and used vehicles.
Auto.Works delivers an innovative end-to-end solution for OEMs, retailers, and leasing companies seeking a high-quality and efficient online digital marketing strategy.
The venture merges proven UK-built turntable and imaging solutions from AutoLoadit with a team of experts in strategy, digital tech., data management & retail.
Under the leadership of Robert Hazelwood as Managing Director (MD), alongside Chief Operating Officer (COO) Matt Benns—formerly director at Keyloop—the company is set to make significant strides. Benns also held key roles at Volkswagen UK SEAT & Mazda.
“In the UK alone over 9 million cars were sold last year. Speedy sales are crucial for manufacturers & retailers. The Auto.Works solution simplifies traditional marketing processes,” said Robert Hazelwood.
The Citygate Holdings Board will support this initiative with members including Jonathan Smith (owner of Citygate), Connor McCormack (CEO UTAC), Sarah Sillars (ex-CEO IMI), Graham Wheeler (ex-CEO Volkswagen Financial Services).
The established business operates across 26 countries aiding Europe’s largest car retailers & leasing firms in scaling their online presence. Daily over 100k HD images are captured using Auto.Work’s tech., putting more than 18k vehicles online monthly.
“We provide an all-in-one solution; from turntable technology to color-perfect lighting studios & hand-held imaging apps ensuring top-notch images/videos,” stated COO Matt Benns.”Our data portal automates collection/collation/multi-site transfer saving time.”