Articles by Aimee Turner - Page 7

Manufacturers are set to spend at least £2 billion on discounting electric vehicles (EV) this year in a desperate attempt to stimulate demand, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

2024 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year for Kia. AM met with Paul Philpott, president and CEO of Kia UK to discuss what are the key goals for the brand and how it plans to further solidify its position in the UK market.

Aston Martin is opening several new dealerships across the UK in a bid to help enhance customer engagement and provide personalised service.

The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) is warning that the current health of the used car market could rapidly deteriorate in the last quarter of 2024, due to several emerging issues.

Manheim Auction Services is set to launch its new fortnightly sales programme at its Gloucester super centre on October 24.

Dealers that fail to cleanse their databases are leaving money on the table, missing out on low-hanging fruit that could be easily captured with more accurate customer records, according to data expert ADS.

Retailers are being urged to strategically use data to avoid unnecessary price corrections as the used car market is proving resilient, with electric vehicles leading in both demand and sales pace.

A worsening shortage of replacement car parts is leaving motorists waiting weeks, or even months, for repairs, according to research by insurance broker The Green Insurer.

Research by Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) reveals that electric vehicles (EVs) are significantly more costly to repair than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts.

Family-run Snows Motor Group has renewed its exclusive three-year partnership with BCA (British Car Auctions) allowing it to secure a consistent stream of high-quality vehicles.

Independent vehicle leasing and fleet management specialist Zenith has named Richard Jones as its new group chief executive.

BYD's latest model, the SEAL U DM-i (PHEV), has achieved a 93% average score in the Green NCAP assessments, earning a prestigious 5-star rating.

Automotive retail software provider Pinewood has reported significant progress in the first half of FY24, executing a roll-out of its system into Lithia UK dealers and expanding internationally.

G3 Vehicle Auctions chose its 15th anniversary last month to launch a new sales schedule designed to align sale events with the stock profile needs of its dealer network

After an illustrious 40-year career in the automotive industry, including two decades with Sytner Group and the last ten years as its chief executive, Darren Edwards has announced his retirement.