Former Lookers Audi franchise director Steve Dean has been appointed as managing director at VehicleVision to “spearhead strategic new growth”.

Dean brings more than 35 years’ experience of leadership to the role and was reportedly “widely credited” for driving success for Lookers.

Formerly, Dean was managing director of Scotland’s Lomond Group after it was acquired by Lookers in 2012.

He also worked for more than seven years as Audi brand director at both Jardine Motors Group and Vindis Group.

VehicleVision’s director Aidan Rooney said: “Steve brings a wealth of ambition, experience and insight in the fast-moving automotive sector which will be invaluable as we seek to build on our success and build on our strong customer base in the UK, Europe and Asia.”

Dean said: “I have long admired the product and capability of VehicleVision and I’m excited to be working with a new management team which is committed to growth in a very exciting technology environment.”

Pictured: (L) Aidan Rooney and Steve Dean