NEWS 2026
Lion Trans announces its scaling strategy. We are officially entering an active phase of searching for and supporting new partners.
To implement this strategy, Oleksandr Tovstonych has joined our team — an expert with 20 years of experience in the automotive business, appointed as Director of Dealer Network Development.
Bringing on a specialist of this caliber is our deliberate decision to make partnership with Lion Trans as systematic and profitable as possible for every dealer.
a career in automotive and a long-standing partnership with Lion Trans
Oleksandr's career began in 2005 at Toyota Center Kyiv Avtosamit, where he spent 8 years shaping sales and marketing standards.
His professional experience includes leadership roles at major market players: he headed an official KIA dealership (Avtotsentr na Borshchahivtsi) and served as Sales Director of ViDi Group (14 brands, 16 showrooms).
Twice best Toyota dealer in Ukraine — Toyota Ichiban (2008, 2009).
Best KIA dealer in Ukraine — Platinum Prestige (2014).
Oleksandr's collaboration with Lion Trans began back in 2019, when we were just entering the Ukrainian market. His company UniMotors became Lion Trans's first official dealer.
Together we navigated the most challenging times — the 2020 pandemic and the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022.
It is this shared experience that laid the foundation for his appointment today.
expertise in the US market and a vision for growth
Dealer network development is Lion Trans's top priority today.
Oleksandr is focused on enabling every partner to grow sales quickly and receive quality support regardless of location.
our ambitious goals for 2026. we grow — you earn
Under Oleksandr's leadership, we set clear objectives:
| Supply scaling | Increase the volume of car imports by at least twice. |
| Regional expansion | Significantly expand the network of official representatives and partners across all regions of Ukraine. We are actively seeking like-minded people in small towns and district centers to grant them official dealer status. |
| Systematic model | Build a clear partner ecosystem where every dealer has the most effective tools and opportunities to grow. |
| Partner support & growth | Increase the effectiveness of every dealer by helping them develop and scale their own business. |
an invitation to partner: location doesn't matter
The Lion Trans team and Oleksandr Tovstonych personally invite professionals who want to develop the US car import segment to join as partners.
The size of your city doesn't matter — a major metropolis or a small village — we are looking for driven like-minded people in every corner of Ukraine.
Regardless of your experience, we will provide official representative status, a solid foundation, and all the tools to grow your business.
Not sure how to choose the right car at the best price?
Lion Trans experts have access to closed US and Canadian auctions. We'll find the best option for your budget, inspect the vehicle, and handle end-to-end delivery.
