Peter Barlow

Peter Barlow has extensive experience in the automotive industry, currently serving as Area General Manager at Manheim since May 2013, after holding the position of Centre General Manager. Prior to this role, Barlow was General Manager at Mercedes Benz of Bolton, overseeing a main dealer operation with a £35 million annual turnover and a team of 35 staff. Previous roles include General Manager at Warrington Audi and Porsche Centre Chester, where Barlow successfully expanded business operations, notably doubling used car volumes at Porsche Centre Chester. Additional experience encompasses positions as Sales Manager & Dealer Principal at Hartwell Land Rover and Divisional Aftersales Manager at Reg Vardy plc, where Barlow played a key role in developing service and parts operations. Barlow's professional journey began at Mercedes Benz UK as Zone Aftersales Manager. An alumnus of the University of York, Barlow holds a BA Hons in Politics.