BCA's Walsall centre held a sale dedicated to Lloyds TSB's remarketing team that saw nearly 400 vehicles on sale.
Members of the Motor Vehicle Repairers Association is appealing for its members to voice their concerns about the proposed introduction of a computerised MoT.
Co-Op Motor Group's Pride Park site, Derby, is to become the first in the UK to receive Seat's new branding, including updated signage incorporating its new logo and colour scheme.
Jac Nasser is said to be on the brink of being ousted from his position as chief executive of Ford Motor Company.
The annual growth of UK's car parc looks set to reach 3%, boosted by the healthy September new car registrations and the likelihood of 2001 being among the best years for the automotive market.
New car retaiiler Showroom4cars.com is looking to establish a networl of 'bricks and mortar' car showrooms located at key sites in Yorkshire, Derbyshire and throughout the North of England.
Used car buyers are being put off purchasing online by overly complicated websites, according to research by stock locator CarsAlive.
Mazda is aiming to turn around its ailing sales performance with a new range of models and engines that will see it achieve 40,000 registrations a year by 2005.
Land Rover, in conjunction with Royal & Sun Alliance has announced the launch of a new Land Rover Motor Insurance scheme for UK customers.
Lotus suffered a £42.6m pre-tax loss last year due to production difficulties and restructuring costs.
Mitsubishi has sold more new vehicles this year than throughout 2000.
Manheim Auctions has appointed a new auction centre manager at its Birmingham site.
The results of the latest auctions by BCA, Brightwells, Manheim and Motorauctions Leeds.
Honda has launched an aftersales direct marketing campaign aimed at boosting its dealers' aftersales' business.
Ten manufacturers have signed up for next year's Canary Wharf Motorexpo 2002 – taking place June 9-15.
Total European new car registrations rose 3.1% last month, mostly thanks to growth in the UK.
Experian has launched Data Capture, a new product designed to keep manufacturers and the motor trade better informed about buying trends.
Budget and mid-range paint brands offering minimal technical support have enjoyed an explosion in popularity over the past five years as repairers demand less expensive systems for a second or third product line.
Dermot Kelly, the executive behind the controversial reorganisation of the Mercedes-Benz retail network in the UK, urged delegates at Automotive Management's autumn conference to put customers first.
Leading collision repair equipment manufacturers Car-O-Liner and Josam have been acquired by venture capitalists 3i Group and Euroventures for an undisclosed amount.
Tenneco Automotive has appointed Jeff Penny as managing director of its UK aftermarket operations.
The Motor Vehicle Repairers Association is in discussion with insurers and repairers to set out benchmark conditions to be used in negotiations for future approved work contracts.
Speculation that Royal & SunAlliance's Quality Repair Centre in Luton was facing closure over a health and safety issue have been dismissed as “an over the top rumour” by the insurer.
Paint maker R-M, part of BASF, has launched Express rapid spot repair system which it says meets carmaker warranty standards.
Refinish training is failing to meet repairers' needs, according to a survey by PPG. It found that 64% of bodyshops were not satisfied by the courses currently on offer. Half now largely disregarded training, despite accepting the benefits.
Standox, part of DuPont Performance Coatings (DPC), is developing a range of UV products which it claims will slash repair times.
Ford Motor Company has announced the retirements of five senior managers, effective from January 2002. Two of the positions will not be replaced.
Automotive Management's editorial team is to nominate leading retail motor industry companies for its 2002 Awards. Firms will still be able to take the initiative and enter the 12 categories.
A leading consultant working with the Department of Trade and Industry on raising automotive retail standards will address Automotive Management's People Fair 2001 on November 15.
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