Steer Automotive Group buys Komoo to bolster repair network

Steer Automotive Group has acquired Komoo and its network of fleet repair sites to strengthen its position in the UK market.

Komoo’s 17 sites are located near airports and vehicle storage hubs, supporting vehicle rental and corporate fleet customer bases.

These strategically positioned sites enable Komoo to offer swift and efficient repair services, minimising downtime for clients, says Steer.

Their proximity to major transportation hubs, it adds, also allows for seamless logistics, ensuring that vehicles can be serviced and returned to operation quickly.

The acquisition of Komoo aligns with Steer’s vision of becoming a leading provider of superior automotive repair services across a wider market, providing strategic diversification in the repair market.

It would not disclose overall network numbers.

Carl Henderson, managing director of Komoo, Dale Peart, director of Komoo and Jordan Ashmore, operations director, remain at the helm of the company, supported by Steer, to focus on providing outstanding repair services to the fleet and vehicle rental market.

Henderson said: “Becoming part of Steer Automotive Group marks a significant step forward for Komoo.

“This integration will enable us to leverage Steer's extensive resources, enhancing our ability to deliver rapid, high-quality repair services to a broader customer base.

“We are eager to begin this new chapter and contribute to Steer's growth and success.”

Richard Steer, chief executive of Steer Automotive Group, added: “We firstly want to extend a huge welcome to our new colleagues at Komoo.

“The acquisition will boost our repair capabilities, expand our service footprint and diversify our market presence, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the automotive repair sector and continue to meet the evolving needs of our clients and our industry.”

The acquisition comes after the fleet sector suffered a major loss to service, maintenance and repair services (SMR) with the demise of Rivus Fleet Solutions. 

It appointed administrators in June, with the majority of Rivus Fleet Solutions’ assets sold to the Metropolitan Police Service, a major customer of the business.