Take the leap at Dan Seaman Motors
Leapmotor Ireland has announced Dan Seaman Motors, Forge Hill, as its first official franchise dealer in Cork and second in Ireland.
The move marks another step forward in the company’s mission to make innovative and affordable electric vehicles available to Irish motorists.
From this October, customers in Cork will be able to experience the highly anticipated Leapmotor compact T03 and family SUV C10 at Dan Seaman Motors.
Stephen McGrath, Brand Manager at Leapmotor Ireland, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Dan Seaman Motors to the Leapmotor family as our next franchise dealer.
“Their longstanding reputation in Cork for outstanding customer care and community engagement makes them a natural fit for the Leapmotor brand and our mission to lead the transition to sustainable motoring across the country.”
He added: “Partnering with Dan Seaman Motors extends our reach to serve even more Irish drivers with cutting-edge technology, unbeatable value, and exceptional service standards. Together, we are excited to drive Ireland’s zero-emissions future forward.”
Founded in 1985 by Dan Seaman, the dealership has been proudly family-run for nearly 40 years. In 2002, it moved from Cork city to a modern two-storey showroom in Forge Hill, where it continues to provide customers with a premium experience.
The dealership already represents four Stellantis sister brands – Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Fiat Professional, and Jeep. With Leapmotor on board, Dan Seaman Motors says it is ready for ‘a leap forward’.
Ger Seaman, Dealer Principal at Dan Seaman Motors said: “Being entrusted with the Leapmotor brand is a proud moment for us. We are genuinely excited to introduce the people of Cork to a new era of electric mobility, bringing cutting-edge technology and exceptional value to our customers.”
The arrival of Leapmotor at Dan Seaman Motors signals a key step in the brand’s vision to give Irish drivers more choice in quality, value, and next-generation electric mobility. The T03 and versatile C10 models launch in October through Gowan Auto’s established retail network, with the newly unveiled B10 SUV set to follow soon after.
. In Ireland, Gowan Auto is the exclusive importer and distributor of Stellantis brands including Alfa Romeo, Citroën, DS, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Opel, Peugeot, and Honda. The addition of Leapmotor strengthens its portfolio, giving Irish EV customers more choice in both value and technology.
A Leapmotor Ireland spokesperson said it was delighted to welcome Dan Seaman Motors as its second official retail partner, and more franchise appointments will be announced in the coming weeks.