Matt Southall has been appointed Marshall Motor Group’s strategy and technology director while David Johnson joins as property director.
US software house CDK Global is reported to have paid out a $25 million ransom to hackers following a devastating June 19 cyber attack which likely cost its US dealership clients $600 million in direct losses.
Investors including Peter Vardy have pumped 10 million euros (£8.4m) into AI video tech firm Phyron in its latest fundraising round.
The 2024 AM Award for Best New Product or Service was won by AU Limitless for its technology solution, Limitless Platform.
James Lever of TekCor4 explains how unlocking the full potential of customer data can help dealers to retain more customers and boost their profitability.
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging improvements in 12-volt battery technology, as "bricking" issues continue to hamper the adoption of electric vans.
Cloud-based dealership software house CDK Global has been reportedly hit by a further cyberattack
Young people find the thought of buying a car more stressful than purchasing a home, according to a new survey.
With 25% of Gen Z admitting to having never answered their phone and 70% preferring to text rather than call. Ross Olsen from AI chatbot provider Auto Converse discusses what this means for sales teams trying to prospect.
Startline Motor Finance has significantly improved the efficiency of processing motor finance applications through the adoption of advanced biometric eSign technology.
Experts share advice on how dealers can effectively manage customer reviews and complaints to preserve the bottom line and ensure repeat business for the future
Simpsons Skoda has seen a 24% uplift in vehicle sales year-on-year with the help of using new AI technology as part of its marketing strategy.
Self-driving vehicles could be on UK roads by 2026, following the enactment of the Government’s Automated Vehicles (AV) Act on May 20
The motor industry must stay vigilant if it is to navigate the emerging legal and ethical considerations surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI), data security and environmental responsibility.
Swedish AI video specialist Phyron is setting up a UK sales company to service its British client base, which now accounts for almost half its revenue.
Matthew Walker, managing director at Mobility in Motion, warns upcoming regulations will challenge firms serving motorists with disabilities
Motor finance firms are exploring the role of AI (artificial intelligence) in supporting car loan sales and FCA regulatory compliance
Pendragon PLC's sale of all its Evans Halshaw and Stratstone dealerships and vehicle leasing businesses to Lithia netted a £40.7 million for the remainder of the business, which now continues as Pinewood Technologies PLC.
Google Cloud is expanding its strategic partnership with Mercedes-Benz, helping the car maker transform customer experiences with AI and generative AI (gen AI)
Swedish tech business Phyron has significantly upgraded its Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered video creation software to transform regular 2D photographs of cars into 3D images.
Marketing Delivery has appointed three new members to its dev team as part of an expansion programme of its products and services.
Less than half of consumers who wanted to carry out a valuation on their part ex as part of an online buying journey were able to do so, according to new data.
Volkswagen Group has extended its partnership with Ohme as its official partner for home chargers for plug-in vehicle customers.
Tim Smith, chief executive of Automotive Transformation Group, shares his thoughts on how car dealers can get ahead in omnichannel and use artificial intelligence to their advantage
Mike Allen, managing director of Cambria Private Capital, discusses the withdrawal of Cazoo from the used car market and its pivot into an online marketplace
