Cox Automotive Europe has gone live with a new technology hub in Manchester to unify its product, technology and data teams while supporting innovation and future growth across the automotive industry.

The new hub is designed to accelerate innovation across the automotive sector

Located in the heart of the city, the dedicated space will house more than 100 specialists tasked with developing advanced solutions to transform the European automotive market. The facility will focus heavily on data, AI and connected technologies to improve how vehicles are bought, sold, financed, managed and remarketed.

Manchester was selected for its status as a top UK tech centre and its rich network of technology talent, innovative businesses and world-class universities.

The new hub forms part of Cox Automotive Europe’s continued investment in digital capabilities, data, AI and connected technologies that support customers across the automotive sector.

Stuart Perham, chief information officer at Cox Automotive Europe

Stuart Perham, chief information officer at Cox Automotive Europe, emphasised that the automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation driven by technology.

“Our Manchester Technology Hub brings together the teams responsible for creating the products and capabilities that will help our customers succeed throughout this period of change.

“The future of automotive will be shaped by organisations that successfully combine talented people, deep industry expertise and modern technology. This hub strengthens our ability to do exactly that, accelerating innovation and enabling us to continue developing market-leading products and services for customers across the automotive ecosystem.”