Honda Ireland has appointed Billy Naughton Ltd as an authorised dealer for the Honda brand in County Kerry. The addition of Billy Naughton Ltd to the Honda network reinforces the brands’ long-term commitment to the Munster region, enhancing customer access and supporting the continued development of the Honda brand.
Established in 1968, Billy Naughton’s has built a long-standing reputation as one of Kerry’s most trusted and respected motor retailers. From its dealership in the heart of Tralee, the business has earned a reputation for exceptional customer service, professionalism and expert advice, helping generations of motorists find the vehicle best suited to their needs.
Speaking on the appointment, John Saunders, Managing Director of Honda Ireland stated “We are delighted to extend our warmest welcome to Billy Naughton Ltd as they join the Honda Dealer Network. With the strength of Billy Naughton Ltd, we believe that our partnership creates a wonderful opportunity for the Honda brand to thrive in County Kerry. Their commitment to delivering a customer-first experience makes Billy Naughton’s a natural fit for the Honda brand.
Billy Naughton, Managing Director of Billy Naughton Ltd added, “We are pleased to partner with Gowan Auto and represent the Honda brand. Their history of customer focus is the perfect pairing for our dealership. It is a great period to join the brand with a strong model line-up including the new Civic, new Prelude and the CR-V, along with the latest additions of well-known brand ambassadors including Simon Delaney and Anna Daly.”
Honda Ireland is part of Gowan Auto, which is also the exclusive importer and distributor of Alfa Romeo, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Leapmotor, Opel, and Peugeot in the Republic of Ireland. Gowan Auto is a member of the family-owned holding company, the Gowan Group, and recently made a significant commercial investment in a new Citywest premises, to future-proof the business and to meet its dealer partners’ sales, parts, technical and after-sales needs, more readily. The company has set its sights on considerable, sustainable growth in the coming years, with much emphasis being placed on strengthening its franchise Dealer Networks.
