Tell us about MAN’s all-new purpose-built Stockton-on-Tees dealership?
MAN Truck & Bus Stockton sits on a 3.5-acre plot and will be used to sell, support, and maintain the full model range of MAN vehicles, from the TGE van range, starting at 3.5 tonnes, through to the MAN flagship 250-tonne TGX heavy haulage tractor, and both bus and coach products.
Located 600 metres off the busy A135 – A66 dual carriageway junction, two miles from the A19, and 13 miles off the main A1, MAN Truck & Bus Stockton lies between the towns of Hartlepool, Middlesbrough and Darlington.
The new facility offers 1,692 square metres – 18,212 square feet – of space. It houses seven vehicle service and repair bays, a combination of five service bays and two Pet Reg bays, a bright and airy service reception and parts counter area, customer meeting points, dedicated sales offices for both new and TopUsed vehicles and hot desks for field-based staff.
Drivers waiting with vehicles have a dedicated and comfortable waiting area featuring a digital television, vending machines serving both hot and cold drinks and cold snacks, as well as mobile phone charging points.
The new facility doubles the footprint of the existing Stockton site, offering customers a broader range of service solutions as well as increasing the workshop throughput, which translates to quicker and more efficient turnarounds for customers and vehicle service requirements.
Describe the facilities it has in place to service electric vehicles?
In preparation for the transition to eMobility, the new Stockton facility has a dedicated electric vehicle service and repair bay as well as the necessary tooling to perform electric vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work. Furthermore, to ensure technicians are knowledgeable, confident, and safe around electric vehicles, they have been trained to meet the high-voltage electric vehicle standards as specified by MAN Truck & Bus UK.
How did the new facility meet MAN’s sustainability goals?
To ensure the new brownfield facility met MANs stringent sustainability program, during construction, the demolition and fit-out retained the existing structural steel frame and hard standings. Recycled materials from the demolition were reused on-site and, during the build, 75% of the labour required was sourced locally. The 3.5 acre plot provides easy access and ample parking for HGVs, and enhanced roof lights supply natural lighting throughout the building.
What are the opening times for the Stockton site?
MAN Truck & Bus Stockton offers customers a true seven-day-a-week service partner. Opening at 6.30am on Monday through to midnight on Saturday, its Sunday coverage starts at 7 am and runs through to 7 pm.
This considerable investment shows our long-term commitment to both the North East and our strong customer base across the surrounding area. It also demonstrates a clear promise to the experienced team in Stockton, who have worked hard to ensure customer satisfaction over the years. This new facility will allow us to expand further across the area, and we’re thrilled and excited to have this opportunity.
Jan Kohlmeier
Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus UK
