The annual event, sponsored by PKF, the accountants and business advisers, now in its fourth year, will take place at Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire.

The exclusive 700-acre site is used as a testing ground for manufacturers who want to try out pre-production vehicles.

Franchised dealerships and groups are the focus of the event, and attendees will be able to test drive cars around the hill route and high speed bowl.

Visitors will have the chance to discuss franchising opportunities with brands that are looking to recruit new dealers to their networks.

SsangYong is particularly focused on this goal and is using the event as part of it's UK relaunch.

“We're only two months into the new regime and are working to get the franchise on a viable footing,” the spokesman said.

“We're putting those building blocks in place and part of that process is to get some more dealers interested – Dealer Drive is a way to get out there and talk to people”

Other participating brands include Proton, Subaru, Isuzu, Fiat and Daihatsu.

Dealer Drive show is open to managers working in franchised dealerships, dealer groups, independent dealerships or authorised repairers.

PKF will be hosting two seminars on the day covering remuneration planning, financial pitfalls and possible exit strategies.

Further information from Tracy Knight on 01322 611201, or email tracy.knight@nexusmedia.com.

CLICK HERE to register for the event online.

To watch footage of last year's event click on the video below...