Tim Abbott has been named managing director of BMW (UK).

He joined BMW in 1986 with positions in the regional and national sales teams and is currently the company’s sales director.

Mr Abbott also worked at Audi and the Sytner Group before rejoining BMW (UK).

Ian Robertson, member of the board of management of BMW AG, said: “Tim’s breadth of experience across this industry has proved to be a great asset in his current position and will be even more valuable as he takes over the leadership of BMW (UK)."