Ned Potter's career in the Motor Industry started with a four year apprenticeship in a small, independent, Hereford garage. The pay was poor, but the experience rich and when he completed his City and Guilds Craft Studies he moved to the VW Dealership in Hereford as a fully skilled mechanic. In 1983 he was promoted to Service Adviser.

Studying continued as Ned completed a further two year evening course to gain his full Technical Certificate. Around this time Ned had set up his own workshop in a converted barn at the back of the family home, primarily to prepare and service his Rally Cars. This was the start of the successful business that it is today.

Company Secretary Beccy Potter

Ned Potter Motor Vehicle Services began trading from the converted barn in 1985, specialising in both VW and Audi. It was six months before he realised he needed help to keep up with demand, so his first YTS employee was taken on. Business grew steadily and Ned soon needed a full time, skilled mechanic.

By 1988, this small team had outgrown the 'barn' and a new, purpose-built workshop was designed and constructed. These premises include Class 4 MOT Testing facilities with the latest equipment necessary to keep up with ever changing technology.

The business continued to develop and Ned moved forward in 1991 by adding Used Car Sales to the equation. This step was initially for his own Service Customers however a wider clientele emerged.

As with many small businesses Ned was aware of the growing pressure of admin and need for improved information, so his wife, Beccy, a Chartered Certified Accountant became a partner in 1995.

Ann Worthing Receptionist

The computer system was subsequently upgraded to a bespoke garage package which brought many improvements for all aspects of the business. This system provides the facility to mail shot customers to remind them of MOT and service dates.Vehicle history is also stored to give our Technicians the essential information needed when servicing/repairing.

Ned Potter Vehicle Motor Services, by this time had a track record of steady growth, however Ned could see the need to promote the Vehicle Sales Department due to the demand for quality, used VW and Audi cars and the spin-off of new customers being introduced to the Service Department.

In 1999 Ned's plan to expand finally materialised with the acquisition of a main road site at Beech Business Park, Tillington Road, Hereford. This location offers an essential "shop-front" for the display of the Vehicle Stock.

In October 2007 the workshops relocated to new purpose built premises adjacent to the sales site on Beech Business Park Hereford. The latest equipment was installed including a "Fully Automated MOT Test Lane". The reception/waiting area is much bigger and customers can now benefit from complimentary hot drinks and an Internet café.

This move, after twenty-one years at Pomona Garage finally brings the two sides of the business together which will benefit both the company and customers alike.