The finance package will be used to meet customer demand for environmentally friendly cars, as well as supporting day-to-day growth The funding, including a commercial mortgage and day-to-day banking facilities, is provided by the Lloyds Bank Mid-Markets team in Newcastle, which will enable the business to continue to capitalise on growth in both the new and used car markets. Founded in 1972, Sunderland-headquartered Richard Hardie operates four sites in Durham, Sunderland, Ashington and Silverlink, selling New Peugeot and Fiat and used cars, alongside servicing and parts.