[UPDATE] Aston Martin has confirmed Adrian Hallmark will turn out to be Chief Executive Officer no later than October 1, 2024.

Adrian Hallmark was appointed chairman and CEO of Bentley in February 2018. During his tenure, gross sales of the ultra-luxury British marque rose considerably, from 9,559 items throughout his first 12 months to fifteen,174 automobiles in 2022. Even although demand dropped last year, every little thing appeared to be going high-quality on the headquarters in Crewe. However, the pinnacle honcho is abruptly stepping down.

Bentley issued a press launch as we speak, asserting Adrian Hallmark is leaving the Volkswagen Group with quick impact. His successor shall be introduced in “due course.” According to the Financial Times, the previous man accountable for Bentley is switching manufacturers whereas remaining within the UK. Hallmark will allegedly be appointed Aston Martin CEO within the following months. He would change 78-year-old Amedeo Felisa who is because of retire quickly.