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Subaru, the Japanese car manufacturer, is reviewing its agency arrangements and doubling its adspend in an attempt to improve its share of the UK car market.
Mother, Walsh Trott Chick Smith and Miles Calcraft Briginshaw Duffy will pitch against the Birmingham-based Palmer Hargreaves Wallis Tomlinson, the incumbent on the business for the past 14 years.
The review comes amid plans by the company to double its current UK ad budget to pounds 6 million and to move the brand beyond its niche status.
Subaru currently has little significant advertising presence in the UK.
However, the arrival of the former BMW senior marketer Peter Kinnaird at the end of last year is expected to signal a more aggressive approach.
At present Subaru's share of the UK car market is modest. It sells around 10,000 cars a year in the UK and commands a loyal customer base. ...