Manufacturer insight - Page 24

Chinese car makers continue to make huge strides in producing competitively priced EVs, sparking a shift in market dynamics, according to JATO Dynamics.

DS is integrating ChatGPT, the generative artificial intelligence model, into its line-up of vehicles and their infotainment systems.

Stellantis is relaunching its van line-up under the Pro One name and plans to launch a new line-up of vans next year.

Sales of Renault electrified models grew significantly in September, posting a year-on-year uplift of 71% compared to last year’s monthly figure.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging the EU and UK to strike an immediate agreement to avoid damaging Brexit tariffs on EVs.

AM's regular columnist Professor Jim Saker, emeritus professor of Loughborough University's business school and president of the Institute of the Motor Industry, is observing action elsewhere to help domestic car markets, but wonders what the UK is waiting for.

Nissan’s hybrid Qashqai ads potentially misled car buyers because they failed to make clear that the car still required petrol, according to the advertising industry watchdog.

Euro 7 vote improves EC proposal, but still falls short: ACEA

The Kia Academy is set to open in Derby, in the heart of England, to prprovide training for apprentices and other retail network staff.

UK manufacturers salute South Korea tariff deal

Growth in SUVs mean carbon emissions have stopped falling

Geely's electric vehicle brand Zeekr has signed a pan-Europe deal with BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval for motor finance, full-service leasing and insurance services.

Luxury-brand free cash could speed EV transition, although profitability rooted in legacy ICE

Fisker's all-electric Ocean SUV makes UK debut

Citroën releases pricing for streamlined model range

Omoda, the Chinese car brand starting new car sales in the UK in 2024, has hired Matthew Banks as its dealer network development manager for the UK.

Chinese EV brand GWM ORA is launching its new test drive centre initiative to provide additional coverage and support for the brand' retailer network.

The Department for Transport (DfT) has officially announced the implementation of a Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate slated to take effect next year.

The end of 39 years selling Toyota new cars as the Japanese brand restructures its retail network has left staff at Scottish car dealer group Struans "devastated and very disappointed".

Stellantis UK makes key senior management changes

Industry veteran Suzuki GB director Dale Wyatt shared his thoughts and a direct plea for modern automotive retail leaders to rethink their plans in changing conditions.

European car makers are demanding that Brussels postpone the impact of a Brexit trade deal for three years to prevent taxes being imposed on electric vehicles (EV) traded between the EU and the UK.

Laura Brailey has been promoted to the position of sales director at Mazda UK in recognition of her 28 years’ experience and familiarity with Mazda UK and its dealer partners.

Consumer incentives must be put in place by the UK Government as a matter of urgency in the wake of its decision to delay the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035.

Chinese car manufacturers' plans for the UK market will be under the spotlight as part of a special strategy session at this year’s AM Live.