MEET THE TEAM
BVR Automotive was established by Dave Beaver at the start of 2009 after more than a decade working within the Volkswagen Group main dealer network. Between them, the staff at BVR Automotive have a wealth of experience on VW Group vehicles.
From the start, the companies’ focus has been on excellent value, total honesty and the highest standard of work. All of this has ensured complete customer satisfaction across every area of work.
Dave Beaver
Director
Dave started on a Volkswagen Dealership apprenticeship at Stoke VW straight from school in 1998. He then spent over 10 years within the VW Group network, leaving a senior technician role at VW and setting up BVR Automotive in 2009.
If he’s not at work he’ll probably be out on his mountain bike with Tom (The office dog), or on his motorbike.
Gary Tams
Service Advisor
Gary started at BVR in 2023 as a FOH service advisor. He has previously worked in the fitness industry as a field engineer and a warehouse manager. This is his first venture into the automotive industry.
When not at work Gary can be found spending time with family or playing golf.
John Marsh
Senior Technician
John started at BVR in 2021. his career started with 7 years in the motorcycle trade as a technician before moving over to cars. He has worked for brands such as; Yamaha, Kawasaki, Mv Agusta and KTM. Achieving ORANGE level standards at KTM. Since being at BVR he has completed a whole range of IMI training. When John is not at work you will likely find him out on his motorbike or gaming when its raining.
Joe Meadowcroft
Apprentice Technician
Joe started at BVR in July 2024 straight after finishing school. Over the next 3 years Joe will be completing his apprenticeship with Stoke-on-Trent, Burslem college whilst working alongside the team in the workshop gaining core knowledge.
When Joe’s not at work you will usually find him mountain biking, going to car shows and when the weather is bad, he enjoys gaming.
Liam McHugh
Workshop Foreman / Service Manager
Liam started his apprenticeship here at BVR in 2013. He left in 2017 spending nearly three years at a local VW dealership before returning again in early 2020. Since his return he has completed various IMI qualifications including level 4 electric & hybrid vehicles.
Outside of work you will find Liam helping out at Abbey Hulton UTD or spending time with his family.
Brad Beaver
Service Advisor
Brad is Dave and Emma’s eldest son. He started at BVR as a service advisor in July 2024 after completing his A levels in Maths, Business and Economics. He is here temporarily while he goes through the application process to join the RAF and we look to take on a permanent service advisor in 2025.
Outside of work he enjoys hiking and paddleboarding
Troy Smith
Apprentice Technician
Troy started at BVR in July 2023 after finishing school. Over the next 3 years Troy will be completing his apprenticeship with day release at Stoke-on-Trent college whilst working alongside the team in the workshop gaining valuable knowledge. When Troy’s not at work you will normally find him out on his motorbike.
Tom
The office dog
Tom (Dave and Emma’s dog), is always happy to see you and is normally found lounging around in the office (on Dave’s chair!) or sunbathing by the workshop door in the summer.
He’s worked here since he was 10 weeks old and is by far the most popular member of staff.
His hobbies include taking long daytime naps, chasing Dave around forests when he’s biking and going for long walks.
