ATS Euromaster to Close UK Operations: What Happens Next?

ATS Euromaster Announces UK Wind-Down After Failed Turnaround Bid

ATS Euromaster has confirmed it will wind down its UK operations after efforts to stem mounting losses failed to turn the business around. The fast-fit car and van specialist's decision follows the closure of 86 of its most unprofitable centres in 2025, which ultimately failed to 'halt significant financial losses in a market experiencing over-capacity, rising costs and shifting consumer behaviour'.

Job Transfers and Redundancy Risks

The company is pursuing discussions with other operators in an attempt to preserve as many jobs as possible. Under current proposals, 35 of its 152 points of sale would be sold to Formula One Autocentres, with a further 14 sites transferring to S&M Tyres, which trades as Elite Garages. Subject to completion, 216 employees across these 49 sites are expected to transfer to the new owners under TUPE regulations.

Despite these efforts, the company stated that following these disposals it would no longer be viable to continue trading, as 'the reduced scale of the network would lack the geographic reach to compete effectively in the UK'. This leaves approximately 700 roles at risk of redundancy across ATS Euromaster's Aston-based head office, call centre and the remaining 103 sites.

Consultation Process and Timeline

A collective consultation process will now begin, running until April 30, 2026. During this period, centres earmarked for potential closure will remain open, with a proposed final day of trading set for May 1, 2026. The company has committed to meeting its obligations to customers and suppliers during an orderly wind-down.

In additional movements, 13 mobile night technicians will be invited to transfer under TUPE to Tructyre, a separate Euromaster Group business focused on mobile tyre services for commercial vehicles. ATS staff will also be given priority access to current and upcoming vacancies at Tructyre.

Management Statement on Difficult Decision

Nick Harley, group managing director of Euromaster UK, commented: 'Today's announcement marks an extremely sad and difficult moment for everyone in the company. We recognise the impact this will have on our colleagues, their families, and the communities ATS Euromaster serves, and it is not a decision we have taken lightly.'

'Despite the team's massive efforts to reshape the business, improve financial performance, and secure a sustainable future, a combination of intense market competition, sluggish activity within the sector and rising costs have left us with no viable path forward to a break-even position.'

Harley added: 'Our number one priority now is to treat every employee fairly and respectfully, fully appreciating that many have enjoyed long careers with us. Colleagues transferring to the new owners will do so with continuity and stability, while those in locations proposed for closure will be supported through collective consultation.'