Dealership’s fourth straight win

Blackwells Mazda has been named dealership of the year at the marque’s annual awards ceremony for the fourth consecutive year.

The business in Christchurch took out four other awards for 2022 – in marketing, finance, after-sales service and new-vehicle sales.

“The hard work, commitment and consistency across every aspect of what we do as a team has resulted in us winning these awards,” says dealer principal Seth Ovens.

Other franchises recognised for their overall performances were John Andrew Mazda in Auckland, Nicholson Mazda in Whakatane, Palmfeild Mazda in Palmerston North, South Auckland Mazda and Ultimate Mazda, Mount Maunganui.

Nicholson Mazda also won the award for excellence in after-sales –parts, while North Harbour Mazda came first for lead management.

South Auckland Mazda secured the Mazda Foundation Community Excellence Award for its ongoing support of Manurewabased Totara Hospice. It provides specialist palliative care services to one of New Zealand’s largest and most culturally diverse areas.

“The mix of first-time and returning winners demonstrates the strength and depth of our dealer network,” says David Hodge, managing director of Mazda NZ.

“Winning dealer of the year four times is an incredible achievement that highlights the high standards of Blackwells Mazda. Every member of the team has worked extremely hard to be the very best at what they do and provide an excellent service for their customers.

“The work the South Auckland Mazda team is doing in the community is fantastic. It reflects the Mazda Foundation’s passion for supporting organisations and individuals in need.

“We’re fortunate to have dealers who set such high standards and ensure our customers get a fantastic experience.”