Automotive | People

Roger Matthews

Group Fleet Liaison Manager, Farmer AutoVillage

After almost 30 years as Farmer Nissan new car sales manager Roger has handed over the reins to Martin Nunes as Dealer Principal of Farmer Nissan, Roger has now taken up the new role of Fleet Liaison manager for the group three days a week.

Roger will be the key contact for Farmer Autovillage’s fleet customers both existing and future. Contact Roger for any fleet requirements.


Steven Vincent

Founder, GoTo Car Share

Steven has been an advocate of the sharing economy for most of his working life. GoTo Car Share is an extension of that philosophy and was created to bring innovation and disrupt the way businesses utilise a “corporate fleet” and how we travel within a thriving city.


Gavin Sebire

General Manager, Ingham-Sears

Leading the team at Ingham-Sears – the authorised Mercedes-Benz retailer for the Bay of Plenty region – Gavin has a wealth of experience in the premium automotive industry and a strong background in the finance sector.

When he’s not at work, you can find the approachable family man out walking his gorgeous dog, Ziggy, on local beaches.


Mike Ranstead

Branch Manager, Lexus of Tauranga

Why do I love the automotive industry? It’s simple, I get to quite simply share my enthusiasm for it with our customers, and providing a level of customer service that befits the Lexus brand. My wife  Shelley and myself  spend our leisure out in our amazing countryside, camping, cycling, hiking, kayaking or paddle boarding.


Brad Mckenzie

CEO, Nicholson Autos

Brad started in automotive at 17 through a Gateway Programme at his local high school. He has worked in parts, service, finance, and sales before becoming one of New Zealand’s youngest Dealer Principals at 26. Despite his success in business and sport, Brad’s proudest achievement is his family; sharing three children with his wife, Amie.


Kim Woodland

Service Supervisor, Pacific Toyota – Tauranga Branch

Kim is one of Pacific Toyota’s friendly faces in the Service department. If you have visited us, you are likely to have seen her warm smile and helpful nature. Outside of her job Kim values family time and enjoys being a mum to her young daughter. In July Kim will celebrate 10 years with Pacific Toyota.

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