Grosvenor and York Ward & Rowlatt offer Leapmotor EVs to fleets

LEASING broker funder Grosvenor has announced a new partnership with Wellingborough-based dealer York Ward & Rowlatt to provide customers with instant access to the new brand of Leapmotor electric vehicles (EVs).

The collaboration will make Leapmotor’s T03 and C10 models available on both Personal Contract Hire (PCH) and Business Contract Hire (BCH) agreements.

York Ward & Rowlatt will be the supply partner for Grosvenor’s customers. Through this new agreement, Grosvenor will establish the fleet terms, and York Ward & Rowlatt will supply the Leapmotor vehicles, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for clients.

“This is a great opportunity for us to bring an exciting, reliable EV brand to our customers. This partnership allows us to source the ideal vehicles for fleets or personal contract hire customers that offer exceptional value for money while being fit for purpose.”

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Leapmotor’s UK debut is part of a joint venture with Stellantis and the partnership leverages Stellantis’ century of experience in the UK market with brands such as Vauxhall, with York Ward & Rowlatt being one of over 40 retailers nationwide ready to support the brand’s growth.

As its vehicles, like some other Chinese-made EVs, are not expected to qualify for the government’s Electric Car Grant, Leapmotor launched its own self-funded ‘Leap-Grant’ to provide a discount to customers. The introduction of the grant has already seen a surge in interest and sales at dealerships like York Ward & Rowlatt.

Dan Robinson, Franchise Director at York Ward & Rowlatt, added: “We saw a flurry of interest in the showroom when Leapmotor announced their self-funded ‘Leap-Grant’ discount. There was a fantastic buzz in the dealership, and I think when the price is right, people are willing to take the plunge into EVs.

“We are delighted with this new arrangement with Grosvenor. As a new brand in the UK, this partnership gives Leapmotor a significant presence in the fleet sector, and we expect to fulfil many deals.”