KGM Motors UK announce promotion of Stephen Bucci to Aftersales Director

5^th December 2025
KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephen Bucci to the position of Aftersales Director. In his new role, Stephen will lead the company’s aftersales strategy across the UK, with a focus on enhancing customer experience, strengthening dealer support and driving continued growth in service performance.

Since joining the organisation in November 2018 as Regional Aftersales Manager, Stephen has consistently embraced new challenges and sought opportunities to develop. Progressing to the role of General Manager Service Operations in February 2024, he has further refined the leadership qualities required to succeed at a senior level and has played a key role in optimising service processes and performance across the network.

Commenting on his promotion, Stephen said: “I am delighted to be appointed Aftersales Director at KGM Motors UK. Since joining the company in 2018, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside incredible colleagues and dedicated dealership partners. Together, we’ve achieved so much and I’m truly grateful for the journey so far. 

“This next chapter is about building on that foundation, driving customer‑centric excellence, and continuing to strengthen the momentum across our network. I’m excited for what lies ahead and look forward to shaping the future with such a talented team.”

With this promotion, Stephen will formally join the senior management team at KGM UK. In this capacity, he will work closely with colleagues across sales, operations, marketing and franchising to ensure that aftersales remains fully aligned with the company’s broader strategic objectives and brand ambitions in the UK market.

Kevin Griffin, Managing Director at KGM Motors UK, added: “We are delighted to share the promotion of Stephen to Aftersales Director. Aftersales is a critical part of our business, and Stephen’s leadership will be instrumental in supporting our partners and delivering an exceptional ownership experience for KGM customers across the UK. On behalf of everyone at KGM, we would like to wish Stephen the very best of luck in his new role.”

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MADE IN KOREA 
KG Mobility (formerly SsangYong Motor Company) is a Korean car manufacturer specialising in 4x4s, SUVs, MPVs and pick-up trucks. Established in 1954, the company began by manufacturing trucks, busses, and special purpose vehicles for the export market, establishing the strong and reliable DNA of its products on the market today. The headquarters for KG Mobility is in the Gangnam district of Korea’s capital, Seoul, and its principal vehicle manufacturing plant is currently at Pyungtaek, which has the capacity and latest technology to produce 240,000 cars per year. The company has invested in a new factory, in the same area, which is has been developed specifically for to accommodate the production of pure-electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid-electric vehicles (HEV).

The distribution rights for KGM Motors UK were acquired by Bassadone Automotive Group in 2011. KGM Motors UK operates as the official importer of KG Mobility vehicles, parts, and accessories in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. KGM Motors UK rebranded from SsangYong Motors UK in January 2024 and has undergone a dramatic transformation. It has a strong growth strategy, with a firm focus on excellent customer service, value for money automotive solutions and the expansion of an evenly spread dealer network to 80-strong in 2025.

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