Lexus has extended its contract with Manheim Retail Services to 2017.

Manheim Retail Services will continue to provide the Lexus Approved Pre-Owned Vehicle Locator for the brand, as well as a suite of other products and services, including fully-managed professional photography solutions, Live Chat and assisted online lead generation

Having worked with Manheim Retail Services for the past eight years, this contract renewal further cements the relationship.

A number of projects are planned for Lexus during 2014, which Manheim Retail Services will deliver.

Andy Simpson, national sales and operations manager for Lexus, said: “Manheim Retail Services has always been committed to delivering the best in industry practice when it comes to offering our customers the most engaging online experience.

"It makes complete sense for us to continue our relationship with the market-leader, who knows exactly what we and our customers want.

“Based on our ongoing conversations with our account director Jon Parrott and his team, along with an extensive development schedule, we look forward to continuing our partnership and developing new, exciting enhancements that keep Lexus front-of-mind for our new and future customers.”

Le Etta Pearce, sales and operations director at Manheim Retail Services, said: “Extending our partnership with a prestigious brand like Lexus is a fantastic achievement for our business and is a clear demonstration of the trust the automotive industry has in us to deliver market-leading products and services.

"I am looking forward to what the future will hold for both Lexus and Manheim as we move towards a more digitally-focused strategy to meet the ever-changing and evolving consumer demands.”