Point S sets sights on being largest service network by 2035
Managing director says network plans to become largest in UK within next ten years
Recent market downsizing by competitors has left ‘fertile ground’ for growth
The network’s focus in 2025 is to launch new products and continue innovation
Ali Yilmaz, the managing director of Point S UK, has unveiled ambitious plans to build the country’s largest independent automotive service network by 2035. Announcing the ambition in front of hundreds of Point S members during the network’s annual conference this weekend, Yilmaz said he believes opportunities for growth have never been greater and that recent market exits have presented a ‘fertile planting ground’ for growth.
Point S International is already the world’s largest independent tyre dealer and vehicle maintenance network, present in 51 countries on five continents. Live in the UK since 2011, the British network now has more than 340 points of sale and is growing rapidly as independent maintenance centres seek new revenue streams amidst electrification challenges.
"There's never been a better time to expand our UK network of independent automotive service providers," noted Ali Yilmaz. "The independent sector already represents approximately one-third of the UK market and continues to grow. We're observing repair centres evolving their business models in response to electrification. With electric vehicles requiring less mechanical servicing, many workshops are focusing on tyres, diagnostics, and other forms of vehicle maintenance as their future profit centres."
Such a move is helping to spearhead growth for Point S UK, which Yilmaz believes has been left in a favourable position following recent contractions from competitors in the traditional tyre retail market. While many networks are focusing on reducing network capital and evolving business models into mobile offerings, Point S believes there is still a place for full-service automotive maintenance centres.
“In today's digital landscape, customers increasingly value friendly, personal, and convenient in-person service. Vehicles represent one of life's most significant investments, and people want to establish trust with those safeguarding these assets. The UK market presents exceptional growth opportunities for Point S to expand and become the nation's largest automotive service network,” Yilmaz explained.