John Clark Motor Group acquired Aberdeen Motoring Solutions (AMS), a business specialising in internet car sales to strengthen the group’s online presence.

AMS provides vehicle supply and management services to local and national customers online. It was created by ex-John Clark employee Andy Smith, who first worked for the company as a technician and then a corporate sales specialist. He now rejoins the company as group corporate sales manager.

John Clark, chairman and managing director of the John Clark Motor Group, said: "The AMS brand and experience in this market place will help us to achieve our growth targets.

"This is part of a wider strategy to strengthen our corporate vehicle sales, finance and management business. The intention is to increase our turnover by £10 million this year."

Clark added that with the help of AMS, the group would be able to expand its operations out of the east of Scotland.