A continued lack of consumer confidence saw UK automotive insolvencies increase by 120% from Q3 to Q4 in 2011, according to the latest statistics from the Insolvency Service.
Seat has launched a new aftersales initiative and pricing structure specifically focused at fleet customers in a bid to further growth in the corporate business sector.
Benfield Motor Group has terminated two Renault dealerships in Morpeth, Northumberland, and Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.
Group will continue its buy-and-build strategy if opportunities offer good value.
Leeds-based dealership believes keeping everything in-house is good for profits.
Wine warehouse retailer Majestic Wine is looking for dealerships wanting to sell up in 2012 in order to fuel its plans to open 16 new sites this year.
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