VERTU Motors has followed up its recent acquisition of two Hyundai dealerships in Edinburgh by snapping up three Volkswagen sites in the Midlands.

The deal for Brookside (1998) is worth around £4.7 million and covers two locations in Nottingham and an additional site in Mansfield.

Robert Forrester, chief executive of Vertu, said: "We are continuing to develop the Group by adding to existing franchise relationships and exploring new manufacturer partners."