Sarah Sillars OBE, who stepped down as chief executive of the Institute of the Motor Industry in 2009, is returning to the role 16 years later.
Vehicle leasing giant Motability Operations is to double down on efforts to curb suspected misuse of its scheme.
AI-powered customer engagement specialist AutoChat is to rebrand as Novaco AI
Ennis & Co Group has launched an expanded interim talent service to meet demand in the automotive sector for short-term placements at senior leadership level.
Insurance and warranty firm Opteven is introducing its Flex used car warranty to the UK.
LKQ Euro Car Parts is calling on technicians to ensure that they’ve completed their 2024/25 MOT CPD training before the end of March, ahead of changes to the testing process designed to prevent fraud.
The wholesale vehicle market is enjoying an extremely positive first quarter of 2025, with demand continuing to outstrip supply, according to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).
Car care brand Autoglym is launching a new series of hands-on training courses designed to enhance the skills of professional detailers, bodyshops, and vehicle workshops.
Millions of potentially dangerous cars and vans remain on UK roads, despite being flagged for safety recalls, according to new data obtained by ADS.
H.R. Owen has bolstered its security with the installation of the SMARTair wireless access control system
AutoChat is embarking on the phased rollout of its Nova AI tool designed to improve online appointment booking across workshop, showroom, and test drive scheduling, replacing traditional chatbot-style appointment flows with a more flexible and intuitive experience.
Santander Consumer UK has formally appointed Adam Goldhagen as its chief executive after serving in the position on an interim basis since June 2024.
Autorola UK has partnered with DMN Group to offer vehicle storage solutions through its six locations.
Close Brothers has posted an operating loss before tax of £103 million for its half year results.
Motorpoint has partnered with Phyron to drastically reduce the time it takes to produce video content for its used car stock.
Customers are shifting the way they interact with chatbots to discuss more complex areas like service and sales, rather than just basic information.
Motor Auction Group has appointed former Aston Barclay manager Geoff Flood to run its new £5 million dedicated van auction centre in Goole, Yorkshire.
UK dealers could be missing out on millions in lost revenues due to leaving customer data segmentation on the “too difficult pile”, according to ADS.
Hyundai UK has joined forces with automotive data solutions provider Loop to enhance productivity, profitability, and consistency across its retailer network.
The revelation that UK technology secretary Peter Kyle has been using ChatGPT for policy advice has sparked debate about the transparency of AI-generated interactions.
Slashing the VAT charged on new electric vehicles would drive up demand by 15% and put sales closer to the UK Government's targets for zero emission vehicles.
With battery technology still evolving and supply chains facing complex challenges, the role of dealer networks is being redefined. Robin Brundle, a former dealer group boss and now chairman of Recyclus Group, offers his insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead.
The 2025 IMI Annual Dinner and Awards has recognised excellence at many levels in the motor industry, from apprentices early in their career to veteran directors at their peak.
Sue Robinson, the chief executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association, has been honoured with a special recognition for her work in the motor industry.
Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) has launched a new supercar and prestige warranty cover due to the rising demand in this specialist segment of the market.
