Waylands Employee Directory
Retail Motor VehiclesEngland, United Kingdom201-500 Employees
Waylands is a family-run motor retail group based in Reading, England, representing Volvo, Polestar, Kia, Honda, OMODA, JAECOO and MG across the Thames Valley and into Wales. The company was established in November 2017 by John O’Hanlon, with Volvo in Reading as its first franchise, and it aims to grow steadily while preserving the feel and culture of a local dealership. Waylands emphasizes delivering a straightforward, transparent car-buying experience and prioritizes ongoing customer relationships, supported by in-house and manufacturer training programs for staff development. The group employs between 201 and 500 people and seeks to compete with larger operators while maintaining a local dealership ethos. It has expanded through acquisitions, including Cambridge Garage's Volvo business in Havant and Petersfield, and has received industry recognition such as National Retailer of the Year in 2025 and related Workshop of the Year and Dealer Group of the Year awards.