Shelbourne Motors announced as Official Vehicle Supplier For Giro 'Gran Fondo'

One of Northern Ireland's longest established car dealerships, Shelbourne Motors is to supply a fleet of vehicles for the Gran Fondo Giro d'Italia 2015 which takes place next Sunday June 21st.

Shelbourne Motors which is based in Portadown will provide cars, vans and mini buses to be used as official transportation and support vehicles during the event.

Paul Ward, Director at Shelbourne Motors commented; "I am delighted that we have been selected as the Official Vehicle Supplier for this year's Gran Fondo Giro d'Italia"

"Our location, size and ability to react quickly has allowed us to offer a comprehensive vehicle solution for the Gran Fondo event" added Paul.

To the left, Richard and Paul Ward Directors at Shelbourne Motors pictured with event organiser Darach McQuaid.

Darach McQuaid from event organising company Shadetree Sports added "Shelbourne Motors have an impressive ability to provide the specific vehicles we need for an event like this".

"I would like to thank them for coming on board and working so efficiently with the us over the past few weeks".

The Gran Fondo Giro d'Italia Northern Ireland is The Legacy Event from the 2014 Giro d'Italia Grande Partenza which started in Northern Ireland and was a huge success.

Two routes, one 173 kilometres and the other 58 kilometres, commence and finish at Titanic Belfast – the iconic location where the 2014 Giro d'Italia started and travel thoughout the south east of the province.