Hunters of Linlithgow acquired by Farmer Autocare

Kerr’s Tyre Group’s Farmer Autocare has acquired Hunters of Linlithgow, marking the first milestone in its plan to expand across Scotland.

Earlier this year Farmer Autocare joined Belfast-based Kerr’s Tyres Group. Hunters of Linlithgow will now join 21 Farmer Autocare centres across Scotland.

Alistair Brailey, general manager at Hunters of Linlithgow, said: “Since 1943 we’ve built a really special business in Hunters and our community knows it can rely on our brilliant team. We’ve seen great growth over the last few years under the ownership of John and Mairi Hunter.

“Joining Farmer Autocare is a really exciting opportunity for our team and our customers. Being part of a growing national network means we can keep delivering that high quality service while creating more prospects for our team.”

Norman Kerr, founder and CEO of Kerr’s Tyres Group, added: “Three months ago Farmer Autocare joined Kerr’s Tyres Group and we said we’d expand fast. This acquisition is a significant milestone as we begin our expansion and welcome more great local businesses to our growing team.

“Hunters of Linlithgow is exactly the kind of business we want to bring into our group. It has skilled people, a loyal customer base and a commitment to doing things to the highest standards.”