Driving towards a sustainable future. 

We are proud to be a family run business incorporated by the late Finbarr Galvin back in 1975 and now spearheaded by his son Justin Galvin. For nearly 5 decades we have developed a reputation as being one of the best dealerships in the country.
We pride ourselves on unparalleled levels of customer service which has led to our company being the most highly decorated dealership for the Skoda and SEAT Brands in Ireland, winning numerous awards across all areas of our business.
As part of the Volkswagen Group, we are one of Ireland’s leading Skoda, SEAT and CUPRA dealers. We have recently expanded to incorporate a Used Car Centre where we provide New Car levels of customer service and aftersales care if you decide to purchase a pre-owned vehicle in our custom-built Used Car showroom facility.
As part of our commitment to the environment and our long-term decarbonisation strategy, Finbarr Galvin have recently installed a total of 85KWs of solar across two of our premises in Bandon, Co. Cork.
The motor industry has a huge part to play in the decarbonization of the transport sector. With increased sales of electric vehicles, dealerships are playing a critical role in the transition towards a cleaner, more sustainable transportation system.
At Finbarr Galvin we are committed playing our part in the decarbonization of the transport sector by implementing an ESG strategy within our business.
Having recently upgraded the lighting within the showrooms, and back of house to energy efficient LED lighting, solar was next on the agenda. 
With electric prices peaking at record levels over the last two years, we made the decision to look at the viability of solar on two of our premises. We engaged with Green Light Energy Solutions, who provided detailed analysis and a full turnkey solution which best suited our needs.
By installing solar, we have reduced our dependence from the grid by 86%. This eliminates 21.5 tonnes of CO2 from the carbon footprint of the buildings per annum, which is the equivalate of planting 129 trees.
Comment from Liam Sharpe, Director of Green Light Energy Solutions
By choosing to install solar at the premises, really shows the commitment Finbarr Galvin team have to making a difference to the environment. Finbarr Galvin are leading from the front and have future proofed themselves against any future volatility in the wholesale energy markets, while reducing their carbon footprint. Green Light Energy Solutions are delighted to have been able to provide a full turnkey solution from start to finish on this project for Finbarr Galvin.

80KW Solar Installation 

80 KW Solar Installation