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# John Grose launches new OMODA franchise
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/john-grose-launches-new-omoda-franchise/
- Published: 2024-08-23T04:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:37:08.000Z
- Description: Local dealership John Grose is officially launching its OMODA showroom on Saturday, August 31, a few weeks after it opened it's doors to the public.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Business, #article, John Grose, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**The big picture:** The launch event, which runs from 10:00 to 16:00, will introduce the OMODA brand to the Ipswich market and expand John Grose's franchise portfolio in the area.

![OMODA Sales Manager, Luke Elmer](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1724079684-omoda-launch-in-ipswich-john-grose-1.webp)

OMODA Sales Manager, Luke Elmer (John Grose)

**Key details:**

- The new showroom is located on Ransomes Europark, just off the A14.
- Visitors can explore the OMODA 5, a mid-sized SUV that will be the first model available.
- Test drives will be offered to those bringing their driving licence and National Insurance number.
- There are currently 70 Omoda dealers in the UK, with plans for 100 dealers by the end of 2024, but this is the first in Suffolk

**What they're saying:** "This new showroom is more than just a space to display our vehicles; it's a hub for innovation and a testament to our commitment to sustainability and customer-centric design," said a spokesperson for the dealership.

**Between the lines:** The launch of a new car brand in Ipswich could signal increased competition in the local automotive market and potentially create new job opportunities.

**What's next:** An all-electric model, the OMODA E5, is planned for future release, though no specific date has been announced.

**The bottom line:** The event offers Ipswich residents a chance to see the new brand firsthand and experience what the dealership calls "affordable luxury".

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