Livingstone is pleased to announce that the firm’s Benelux team has acted as the exclusive sell-side adviser to the shareholders of EZ Electric Power Steering on its sale to Oak Tree Hill Capital, a Dutch investment firm.
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Leerdam, the Netherlands, EZ Electric Power Steering is a leading developer and manufacturer of aftermarket electric power steering (EPS) systems for classic cars and youngtimers. The company offers vehicle-specific solutions that improve driving comfort, safety, and handling while preserving the original character of the vehicle. With a broad portfolio covering hundreds of classic car models, EZ serves customers in more than 50 countries through an extensive international distribution network.
Oak Tree Hill Capital has established Feltham Engineering as a platform to bring together specialised businesses in the premium automotive aftermarket. The platform focuses on companies with strong technical expertise, established market positions, and opportunities for further professionalisation and international growth. EZ represents the first acquisition within Feltham Engineering, providing a strong foundation for the platform’s future development.
The partnership will enable EZ to accelerate its international expansion and commercial development while benefiting from shared expertise in sales, marketing, operations, and finance. EZ will continue operating under its own name, preserving its entrepreneurial identity and technical expertise, with founder Ruud Jong and operational director Robi Rizvić continuing to lead the business.
“We were looking for a partner who could secure our future,” says Ruud Jong, founder and technical director of EZ Electric Power Steering, emphasising the importance of continuity alongside future commercial growth.
“EZ is the foundation of Feltham,” says Emiel Putman, Managing Partner of Oak Tree Hill Capital, highlighting the company’s exceptional craftsmanship and technical expertise as the starting point for the platform’s development.
