DAF names Dealer of the Year

Announced at a recent dealer conference in NSW's Hunter Valley, PACCAR Australia has awarded its prestigious 2014 DAF Dealer of the Year title to South Australian outlet, Barry Maney Group Mount Gambier.

The dealer emerged victorious from a competitive field of 42 DAF outlets across Australia, and ultimately amassed the highest tally of points awarded across the fields of general dealership performance, truck sales, customer service, finance, and parts support.

PACCAR Australia's Managing Director, Mike Dozier, said the Barry Maney Group was a thoroughly deserving recipient of the award.

"To be awarded DAF Dealer of the Year involves a long-term commitment to our customers," he said.

"It's not just about achieving strong sales results, it's about offering our customers consistently high standards across sales, service and parts departments.

"For DAF's continued success in Australia, it's vitally important that our buyers have an enjoyable and hassle-free ownership experience, and the Barry Maney Group Kenworth DAF Mount Gambier has definitely proven itself in this regard – I congratulate the team on an excellent effort."

Barry Maney Group Dealer Principal, Jim Cornolo, said the Mount Gambier team was delighted with the recognition.

"The award was a team effort and is a reflection of the hard work, commitment and dedication of the Barry Maney Group Kenworth DAF Mount Gambier team," he said.

"It's rewarding to know that our customers are being well looked after and satisfied with all our dealership services – every link in the dealership chain has performed in helping us win this prestigious award.

"Our dealership has also been well supported by PACCAR Australia, and we're delighted to be involved with the DAF brand. The latest DAF product range is excellent and I believe that the award will help provide DAF with stronger recognition amongst prospective buyers."

Located at 199 Jubilee Highway West, Mount Gambier, the dealership has a 14-bay workshop with wireless truck hoists and a VTEQ Roller Brake Tester, along with a full suite of driver facilities. For more information visit www.barrymaney.com.au.

Photo (from left): Andrew Hadjikakou, Director of Sales & Marketing, PACCAR Australia; Jim Cornolo, Dealer Principal, Barry Maney Group Kenworth DAF Mount Gambier; Mike Dozier, Managing Director, PACCAR Australia.