Thursday, October 27, 2022

Mediahuis buys Carzone from Auto Trader Group

Belfast Telegraph and Irish Independent owner Mediahuis has bought Irish online motoring marketplace Carzone from Auto Trader Group.

Explaining the deal, Mediahuis said: “With the shift in sentiment towards digital retailing, the acquisition of Carzone strengthens Mediahuis’ marketplace division in Ireland, bringing a unique offering to significantly improve the buying experience for consumers and represents an exciting opportunity for the motoring industry.”

Mediahuis already owns online marketplace CarsIreland.ie, and Cartell.ie, a car history check service.

Auto Trader Group chief executive Nathan Coe said the company remains focused on its strategy in the UK.

Source: Mediahuis

Deal size: Undisclosed

Country: Ireland

Status: Official

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