AION Auto UK appoints Jon Wakefield as Managing Director

AION Auto UK appoints Jon Wakefield as Managing Director​

Ahead of the UK launch of the AION brand in early 2026, Jon Wakefield has been appointed as Managing Director of AION Auto UK.  

Jon brings over three decades of automotive industry experience, with senior leadership roles across car manufacturer and motor retail sectors.  

Speaking about his appointment, he said: “It’s not often you get the opportunity to start from a clean sheet, so I’m very much relishing the challenge. Our joint venture structure uniquely allows us to draw on long-established resources and expertise of two automotive powerhouses. 

“We can act with confidence and authority to pursue a strategy for long-term sustainable growth, and our entire operation can enjoy the benefits and agility of being a start-up. These include the way we collaborate with our retail partners, how we introduce our products, and how we focus on delivering an excellent customer experience.”