Overview
Evans Halshaw is investing £1.7 million to convert its Ford Cardiff dealership into a Transit Centre, expanding commercial vehicle sales and aftersales across South Wales. Building work is underway, with completion targeted for May 2026. Services for existing Ford and Evans Halshaw customers will continue throughout the project.
What’s changing
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Dual-role site: a shared showroom will display new Ford vans alongside new Ford cars, while the forecourt expands for used commercial vehicles.
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Workshop expansion: three additional commercial vehicle ramps are being installed next month, bringing the total dedicated CV ramps to five to ease bottlenecks and speed turnaround.
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Status upgrade: the site is now an authorized Ford Transit Repair Centre, enabling manufacturer-backed warranty work on Ford commercial vehicles.
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EV capability: the dealership is equipped for electric models, with three Ford Master Technicians trained to handle EV diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs.
Customer impact during construction
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Sales and service remain available, including new and used Ford sales, MOTs, and maintenance by Ford-trained technicians.
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Added capacity and staffing are expected to reduce wait times and improve efficiency for both retail and fleet customers.
Why it matters
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Consolidates commercial expertise, warranty capability, and EV service under one roof to support full fleet maintenance locally.
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On-site warranty authorization helps avoid referrals to other locations and streamlines admin for fleet managers.
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The company says Evans Halshaw Ford Cardiff is now the only Ford dealer in Cardiff, providing a single destination for Ford services in the city.
Timeline
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Next month: installation of three new commercial vehicle ramps to boost workshop capacity ahead of final handover.
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May 2026: full Transit Centre setup goes live, including the shared showroom, larger used commercial display, and upgraded service facilities.
