Vehicle supply is a global industry characterized by intensive competition, constant product development and rapidly evolving distribution and service channels. As such, it presents significant legal challenges that are best addressed by lawyers who have a close understanding of the industry’s dynamics.
At Osborne Clarke we have both the international reach and the specific current experience of the automotive sector to provide
a comprehensive and highly cost-effective service. Issues we are helping clients with include the sophisticated use of consumer
data to build CRM strategies, manufacturer consolidation, expanding dealer groups and the challenges and opportunities presented
by the new motor vehicle block exemption. In Europe, we provide advice on the dramatic changes to competition laws (as well
as potential changes to IP laws) that are opening up new opportunities for dealers, independent repairers and parts manufacturers.
Recent achievements include putting in place block exemption compliant contractual arrangements, negotiating dealership and
repairer agreements, advising on national vehicle supply, stock holding and stock finance agreements and representing industry
players before the European Commission.
Andrew Braithwaite
t +44 (0)117 917 4178
andrew.braithwaite@osborneclarke.com
