Jebb McIntosh – CEO of Combined Motor Holdings – passes away

The chief executive of Combined Motor Holdings (CMH), Jebb McIntosh, died on Monday, 2 November.

The group, which owns multiple car dealerships and First Car Rental, announced his passing in a JSE statement.

“For those in the motor industry, McIntosh and CMH were synonymous. He dedicated his life to building CMH and served on the board from 1976.

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“His knowledge of the motor industry was second to none, and he was deeply respected by all stakeholders.

“His valuable guidance and input will be sorely missed by all those who had the privilege of working with him,” the group said.

McIntosh is survived by his wife, Liz, his children and their families.

The board and management team extended their heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

CMH board chair James Dixon said McIntosh had been working as usual on the day of his death.

“Up until the moment that he passed, McIntosh was having a typical day in the office, directing the activities of his beloved CMH,” Dixon said.

“He has left an enduring legacy, and his family can be proud of what he has achieved as a business icon and the longest-serving director of CMH, one of Durban’s few successful JSE-listed entities.

“His business acumen, attention to detail and ability to navigate complexity will be remembered with deep respect and gratitude by all who worked alongside him.”

CMH owns 102 motor dealerships and 51 car rental outlets. The vehicle brands represented by the group include Jaguar, Opel, Honda, Fiat, Suzuki, Ford, Isuzu, Haval, Citroën, Jeep, Chery, Mahindra, Mazda and Nissan.

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