Foster joins importer and distributor Koelliker UK just as its relaunch of the brand and franchise takes place, and reports to finance and operations director Ian Nicholson.

The company has been planning for a viable franchise and dealer network since January, with a target of 60-70 fully active dealers this year.

Foster worked for ten years as the senior director at Bank of Scotland Dealer Finance, formerly Capital Bank Motor Finance.

“With possible future changes in Block Exemption, there will be opportunities for all of us,” said Foster. “SsangYong has a great chance to provide dealers with valuable income streams at a very low cost of entry to the franchise.”

Nicholson added: “This is a significant new appointment that signals KUK's long term aspirations and intentions for a solid and profitable dealer network.”

Foster will make his first public appearance in his new role at Motor Trader’s Dealer Drive show on 20 May.