Automotive Insights Names Advisory Board Chair

In the UK, recently launched consumer intelligence company Automotive Insights has appointed Andy Barratt as Chairman of its Advisory Board.

The company is headquartered in Manchester and was launched in February, providing 'just-in-time' market intelligence based on interview with 1,000 UK motorists each month.

Barratt's experience comes from senior roles at Ford Motor Company (UK and Ireland); Toyota; Lexus and emerging Chinese brands across the UAE; Kia, Changan and Volvo Truck in Kuwait. He also served as Vice President of the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders).

Commercial Director Nigel Morris, comments: 'Andy's appointment is another demonstration of our ambition, and his experience will further inform our future plans both in the UK and internationally.'

Later this month the company will issue its first Annual Report, which has been overseen by former AutoTrader Director of Research & Insights Richard Walker.

Web site: www.automotiveinsights.ai .