GSF sets out roadmap for racing to ‘top factor spot’

15 December 2025  

GSF branch managers have been told the motor factor is on course to become the leading business in the sector within the next few years.

A roadmap for further growth was unveiled by CEO Steve Horne, executive chairman Sukhpal Ahluwalia and senior managers at the 2025 branch managers’ conference in Telford on December 7-8.  

Horne said: “We’re now in year three of growing the business by more than 20% per year since we acquired the business back in 2023.

“Back then, the mission was to cement GSF as one of the big players in the UK aftermarket. But in an environment where the rest of the industry is, at best, flat or down, we continue to march forward. I’m proud to say that No.1 spot is within reach in the next few years.” 

Ahluwalia said the conference was the most important event on the firm’s calendar, bringing together colleagues and suppliers.

Former F1 engineer turned TV presenter and author Marc Priestley shared insights from motorsport, answered questions and signed copies of his new book Pitlane Lessons. Meanwhile, former England rugby star Matt Dawson reflected on his World Cup-winning career. 

In addition to presentations and workshops over the two-day event awards were presented for standout branch performances.  

Award winners were: GSF Supplier of the Year – Schaeffler Automotive Lifetime Solutions; Branch of the Year – Taunton; Region of the Year – South Wales; Supplier of the Year – Schaeffler.