The election closed on the 13th March 2026 and the results are as follows:
The total email vote invites sent were 5612
- 2645 were opened (47.1%)
- 2684 unopened (47.8%)
- 209 bounced (3.7%)
Total responses to email invite were 315 (5.6%)
Then there were additional responses from;
- ClubNews 65
- Website 46
- Forum 29
There were a total of 595 responses from a total membership of 6084 (inc joint members)=9.8% turnout
Final votes as follows.
| Final Votes | |||
| Name | For | Against | Abstain |
| Red Mackinnon | 430 | 16 | 9 |
| Andy Holmes | 412 | 12 | 31 |
Therefore, both candidates will become directors with effect from the 15th March 2026 with a term of office of 3 years. Red’s Board role will be Director of National Events and Andy will be Director of Archives. Congratulations to both candidates on their appointment as Directors.
Tim Rycroft, Chair, Mercedes Benz Club UK