The used car market in January saw a remarkable surge in the number of electric and hybrid vehicles available, with Motors reporting a record 17% of dealer stock made up of alternative fuel cars.
The FCA ramped up its crackdown on misleading financial promotions in 2024, forcing nearly 20,000 ads to be withdrawn or amended - almost double the 2023 figure.
Green NCAP has revealed its greenest vehicles with the Opel/Vauxhall Corsa Electric crowned best-performing full electric car and earning the highest overall score in 2024.
Skywell has appointed Bob Davies Car Sales and Auto Capital as the main dealers for South Wales and North London as the Chinese EV brand continues to grow its UK dealer network.
AI-driven vehicle transportation solutions start-up Jigcar has appointed James Griffin as its transport director.
A robust technological foundation is decisive for the auto industry’s digital transformation, yet its importance is often neglected in favour of customer experience. This oversight risks draining resources and eroding competitiveness, writes Mathias Heegaard, CEO of car subscription service :Dribe.
Cash-strapped used car supermarket Big Motoring World is looking to free up capital by entering into a sale and leaseback agreement for its key facility in Peterborough.
Family-owned dealership WH Brand has been raided by thieves just a day after celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Significant pressure on new and used car margins due to the ongoing impact of the Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate has forced Vertu Motors to warn that full-year pre-tax profit will be substantially below market expectations.
Stellantis has confirmed the closure of its Vauxhall van-making factory in Luton, with production scheduled to finish in April.
Volkswagen is gearing up to unveil its future entry-level electric model, with an ambitious £17,000 price tag in March, with the production version set to debut in 2027.
Struggling Japanese carmaker Nissan has pulled out of merger talks with Honda, bringing an end to discussions that could have created the world’s third-largest car manufacturer.
A former car salesman has admitted to defrauding a Northwich Ford dealership out of more than £40,000 by channelling transactions through his personal bank account.
Online car retailer anycolourcar.com has been named the official Skywell franchise holder for Wakefield, Huddersfield, Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, marking a further step in the brand’s rollout in the UK.
Hendy Group has strengthened its operational board with the appointment of two new members and role changes for two others as part of a transition to a new regional operating model.
