Sherwood Truck And Van Ltd

What Sherwood Truck And Van Ltd does

Sherwood Truck and Van Ltd is a UK commercial vehicle dealership operating as part of the Guest Motor Group, an authorized dealer for IVECO and Fiat Professional brands. Founded in 1902 by Frank Guest and headquartered in West Bromwich, the company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ian Guest Holding Limited, a family-owned group operating 14-16 sites across England with approximately 520 employees as of April 2025.

The company sells a full range of light commercial vans (Fiat Professional Doblo through Ducato, IVECO Daily), medium-duty trucks (IVECO Eurocargo), and heavy-duty trucks (IVECO S-WAY, X-WAY), including electric and alternative fuel variants (eDAILY, E-Doblo, E-Scudo, E-Ducato, S-WAY Natural Power). Beyond vehicle sales, the business operates dedicated service departments, commercial bodyshops, and parts supply operations through its Partscomm and Distrigo sub-brands. Ancillary service lines include DealerFit (accessories and fitment with mobile installation), Sentinel Fleet Management (telematics), and contract hire financing via Leasys.

Sherwood's go-to-market is predominantly direct enterprise and field sales through its branch network, supplemented by manufacturer franchise relationships and partnership-driven financing. Revenue is generated from one-time vehicle sales (new and used), recurring servicing and parts, managed fleet services, and contract-based vehicle leasing. Customer segments are horizontal, spanning business fleet operators and SME commercial vehicle buyers across England.

Name

Sherwood Truck And Van Ltd

Legal name

Sherwood Truck and Van Ltd

Website

https://sherwoodtruckandvan.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1902

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sherwood Truck and Van Ltd, part of the family-owned Guest Motor Group (founded 1902), is an authorized UK IVECO and Fiat Professional commercial vehicle dealer with 14-16 sites and ~520 employees, serving fleet operators and SMEs with vehicle sales, servicing, parts, bodyshop, fleet management, and contract hire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Dealership

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Box Truck / Dry Van Truck Leasing & Rental (TLABABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Last-Mile Step Van & Parcel Truck Leasing & Rental (TLABABAM), Fleet & Commercial Vehicle Finance (FSAKADAE)

Keywords

• Commercial vehicle dealership
• Commercial truck sales
• Commercial van leasing
• Fleet management services
• Vehicle parts supply

Headquarters

HQ city

West Bromwich

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. New Commercial Vehicle Sales: Sale of new IVECO and Fiat Professional trucks and vans. Payment terms for vehicles require payment in advance of delivery date with cleared funds in company's bank account prior to delivery.
2. Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales: Sale of quality used commercial vehicles including trucks and vans across various brands.
3. Servicing and Maintenance: Maintenance and repair services for commercial vehicles through dedicated service departments and body shops.
4. Genuine and Aftermarket Parts: Supply of genuine manufacturer parts and aftermarket parts for commercial vehicles.
5. Contract Hire: Partnership with Leasys offering flexible contract hire packages with 12 months to 5 year contract periods, fixed rentals including optional servicing and maintenance.
6. DealerFit Accessories and Fitment: Commercial vehicle accessories including lighting, camera kits, tracking, power systems, security solutions and internal conversions with professional fitment services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sherwood Truck And Van Ltd operates as an authorized IVECO and Fiat Professional commercial vehicle dealership within the Guest Motor Group, selling new and pre-owned trucks and vans (including electric and CNG/LNG alternative fuel models), and providing complete aftermarket support through in-house servicing departments, bodyshop repairs, genuine and aftermarket parts (Partscomm and Distrigo), DealerFit accessory fitment, Sentinel Fleet Management telematics, and Contract Hire financing via Leasys across 14-16 UK branches.

Product overview

Sherwood Truck And Van Ltd operates as part of Guest Motor Group, offering a comprehensive portfolio of commercial vehicles and fleet solutions. The product portfolio consists of two main vehicle brands: IVECO (comprising Daily light vans, Daily Chassis Cab, Daily 4x4, eDAILY electric van, Eurocargo medium-duty trucks, S-WAY and X-WAY heavy-duty trucks) and Fiat Professional (Doblo, E-Doblo, Scudo, E-Scudo, Ducato, and E-Ducato vans). Supporting services include vehicle servicing and maintenance, dedicated bodyshop facilities, genuine and aftermarket parts supply (via Partscomm and Distrigo), Sentinel fleet management, DealerFit accessory fitment, and Contract Hire financing through Leasys. The company operates 14-16 sites across the UK, providing national coverage for sales and service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sentinel Fleet Management: Fleet management services offered through commercial vehicle solutions
• Partscomm
• Distrigo
• DealerFit

Products and services

• IVECO Daily Van Light commercial van available in petrol, diesel, CNG, and fully electric (eDAILY) variants, offered in panel van, chassis cab, and 4x4 body configurations for fleet and SME buyers.
• IVECO eDAILY Electric Van Fully electric light commercial van on a body-on-frame chassis offering zero-emission transportation with up to 230 miles of range for urban and regional fleets.
• IVECO Eurocargo Truck Medium-duty rigid truck available in 6 to 18 tonne configurations, designed for urban and regional distribution operators.
• IVECO S-WAY Heavy-Duty Truck Heavy-duty long-haul truck available with Natural Power (CNG/LNG) and diesel powertrains, equipped with advanced driver assistance systems for haulage operators.
• IVECO X-WAY Construction Truck Construction-focused heavy-duty truck designed for on-road and light off-road applications for construction and infrastructure operators.
• Fiat Professional Doblo Van Compact van offering practical load capacity in a maneuverable size, suitable for urban delivery and small business fleet use.
• Fiat Professional Scudo Van Mid-size van offering a balance of payload capacity and efficiency for professional fleets and trades operators.
• Fiat Professional Ducato Van Large panel van and chassis cab available in multiple lengths and heights, suitable for conversions and high-payload commercial applications.
• Fiat Professional Electric Vans (E-Doblo, E-Scudo, E-Ducato) Fully electric compact, mid-size, and large vans offering zero-emission urban mobility for commercial operators needing Clean Air Zone compliance.
• Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicles Sale of quality used commercial trucks and vans across various brands for buyers seeking lower acquisition cost.
• Commercial Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance Comprehensive servicing, maintenance, and repair for commercial vehicles through dedicated service departments across the UK branch network.
• Commercial Bodyshop Repair Services Dedicated body repair services for commercial vehicles including accident repairs, refinishing, and structural repairs.
• Genuine Manufacturer Parts Manufacturer-approved replacement parts ensuring quality and warranty compliance for vehicles sold through the dealership.
• Aftermarket Parts (Partscomm and Distrigo) Alternative non-genuine parts offered through Partscomm and Distrigo brands, providing competitive pricing across the UK network.
• Sentinel Fleet Management Fleet management and telematics services for monitoring, tracking, and managing commercial vehicle fleets across customer operations.
• DealerFit Accessory and Fitment Service Aftermarket accessory installation including lighting, camera kits, tracking systems, power solutions, security, and internal conversions, available on-site at Wolverhampton or via mobile installation across the UK.
• Contract Hire via Leasys Vehicle leasing solution offering flexible repayment profiles from 12 months to 5 year contract periods, with optional servicing and maintenance inclusions and fixed monthly rentals.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• IVECOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized IVECO dealer offering the full range of IVECO commercial vehicles including Daily van, Daily chassis cab, Daily 4x4, eDAILY electric van, Eurocargo trucks, S-WAY, and X-WAY trucks.
• Fiat ProfessionalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Fiat Professional dealer offering the full range of Fiat Professional vans including Doblo, E-Doblo, Scudo, E-Scudo, Ducato, and E-Ducato.
• Sentinel Fleet ManagementsupportingTechnology or IntegrationFleet management and telematics services for commercial vehicles, allowing customers to monitor and manage their fleets.
• PartscommsupportingTechnology or IntegrationCommercial vehicle parts supply partnership providing genuine and aftermarket parts.
• DistrigosupportingTechnology or IntegrationParts distribution partnership providing inventory of commercial vehicle spares across the network.
• ElectrasupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectric vehicle brand partnership for alternative fuel commercial vehicles.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• TruckEast: UK-based IVECO authorized commercial vehicle dealer group with multiple sites across the East Midlands and East of England. Direct competitor offering the same IVECO brand range, servicing, and parts to overlapping fleet customers.
• Mercedes-Benz Vans UK: Premium commercial vehicle brand with UK dealer network selling Sprinter, Vito, and eVito. Competing directly for the same commercial fleet customers in the light commercial vehicle segment.
• Fraikin: Major European commercial vehicle fleet management and contract hire provider with significant UK operations. Comparable as a fleet services competitor offering contract hire, maintenance, and fleet management to commercial operators.
• Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK: Competing commercial vehicle manufacturer with established UK dealer network. Direct competitor in the light commercial van and truck segment (Caddy, Transporter, Crafter, e-Crafter) targeting the same fleet customers.
• Northgate Vehicle Hire: UK's largest commercial vehicle rental and contract hire provider. Direct peer in the fleet leasing and rental segment, also offering flexed contract hire and full-service vehicle solutions to similar commercial fleet customers.

Broad incumbents

• Marshall Motor Group: Large UK public motor dealer group with significant commercial vehicle operations. Comparable as a multi-brand dealer group with overlapping fleet services, contract hire, and aftersales, though broader passenger car focus.
• ALD Automotive: Major global fleet management and vehicle leasing provider with significant UK presence. Comparable as a contract hire and fleet management competitor offering full-service vehicle solutions to commercial operators.
• Motus Group UK: UK arm of international automotive distributor with significant commercial vehicle distribution operations. Comparable as a large-scale commercial vehicle distributor and aftersales provider to fleet customers.
• Vertu Motors: UK public motor retailer operating across multiple brands including commercial vehicles. Comparable as a multi-site dealer group with fleet services and aftersales though substantially broader passenger vehicle portfolio.

Others

• Stellantis UK: Parent company of Fiat Professional, IVECO, and major global automotive brands. Indirectly comparable as the OEM partner that controls the franchise relationship and could influence dealer economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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