Chapelhouse Motor Group has added a fifth Suzuki franchise, in Preston, Lancashire.

It joins brand sites in Southport, St Helens, Warrington and Wigan.

Situated close to the city centre, the dealership (pictured) on Blackpool Road has been modernised as part of an extensive refurbishment programme, providing a 10-car showroom.

Dale Wyatt, sales and marketing director at Suzuki GB, said the continued expansion of the Chapelhouse Suzuki franchise demonstrates the “scale of success that they have enjoyed so far whilst working with our brand”.

“It is also very encouraging to see the return of a sustained Suzuki presence in Preston, as this area of the UK represents a strategically important customer base.”  

Chris Layton, group operations director for Chapelhouse Motor Group, said: "Preston is a key location as we continue to grow the presence of Suzuki in the North West.

“Being part of one of the largest local economies in the region, this allows us to expand the appeal of the brand to a greater number of motorists within the immediate area. With the arrival of the all-new Baleno hatchback in the coming months, the timing could not be better.”