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What age is Tom Farmer?
81 years (July 10, 1940)
Tom Farmer/Age
Who owns Farmer Autocare?
Sir Tom Farmer
It is well known in the industry that Farmer Autocare is owned and managed by Sir Tom Farmer who launched the business in 2002 following selling his legendary Kwik-Fit empire to Ford Motor Company.
Who owns Farmers Autocare?
How much was Kwik-Fit worth by 1999?
In June 1999, The Ford Motor Company acquired the Kwik Fit Group for more than $1billion.
Is Kwik-Fit owned by Ford?
How long does an MOT take?
between 45 and 60 minutes
An MOT test usually takes between 45 and 60 minutes, however, if your vehicle fails the test and therefore requires work to be carried out, this will take additional time to rectify the issues.
Are Kwik-Fit a franchise?
Kwik Fit is a franchise and it intends on becoming the biggest tyre and automotive parts repair network in the world. To realise this vision, the business will set up several ‘high-profile’ outlets across the globe, alongside a string of other centres.
Is tyre pros part of Kwik Fit?
Acquisition by the ITOCHU Corporation In June 2011, ITOCHU completed the acquisition of Kwik Fit. In the UK, ITOCHU operates Stapletons (Tyre Services) Ltd based in Letchworth Garden City, a leading wholesaler, which also has its own retail network which includes STS Tyres Pros.
What did Sir Tom Farmer do for a living?
Sir Tom Farmer is acknowledged as one of Scotland’s foremost entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Throughout his commercial and private life, Sir Tom has applied a profound Christian and Philanthropic ethic. This has driven an outstanding career in business. In 1971 he set up Kwik Fit selling tires and exhausts.
How old is Tom Farmer, the Scottish entrepreneur?
Sir Thomas Farmer, CVO, CBE, KC*SG, FRSE, DL (born 10 July 1940) is a Scottish entrepreneur.
Why was Sir Tom Farmer awarded the CVO?
Farmer was appointed Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (CVO) in the 2009 New Year Honours for his work as chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Sir Tom is the founder of Kwik-Fit, one of the World’s largest automotive parts repair and replacement specialists.
Where does Sir Tom Farmer live in Edinburgh?
Farmer lives in Barnton, Edinburgh, with his wife of 50 years, Anne. They have one daughter, one son and three grandchildren (as of 2006 [update]). Farmer also owns the island of Inchkeith in the Firth of Forth.
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