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Lynk & Co has launched its new 01 hybrid SUV in Europe as part of a €500-a-month car mobility “membership” service… But it won’t be coming to the UK in 2020.

Cupra has starting building its new Formentor model ahead of the car's official on-sale date in October.

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has welcomed a “Skills Speech” by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, expressing hope that it may indicate a move towards jobs generating reforms.

​A new partnership between Allianz Partners and the FCA Group helped to drive warranty work to Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep dealers across the UK during COVID-19 lockdown, it has been claimed.

Vauxhall has introduced a new Augmented Reality (AR) filter that allows Instagram users to see how an all-new Mokka would look parked on their driveway.

Online used car retailer Cazoo has opened its fifth Customer Centre in a former Imperial Cars car supermarket site in Birmingham.

Research by eBay Motors Group has showed that 56% of car buyers “definitely” want to visit a dealership as part of their next car purchase, with 24% saying they would “probably” visit.

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The combined challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit are making long-term planning almost impossible in the remarketing sector.

Car retailers could avoid COVID-19 insolvency and help retain automotive sector jobs after being offered support from the Society of Motor Manufacturer and Traders’ (SMMT) Safe Harbour scheme.

BCA is promising to provide car retailers with "increased selling opportunities and efficiencies" with the launch of a new Retail Ready used car stocking channel.

Mazda has revealed the pricing and specification details of its first fully-electric vehicle (EV) – the MX-30 crossover.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has launched a new support programme that will provide up to £100,000 to cover the salaries of apprentices that are at risk of redundancy.

​The financial blow dealt by COVID-19 coronavirus lockdown contributed to a £31 million underlying loss before tax at Pendragon, the AM100 group has reported in interim results published today.

BRIT, the Body Repair Industry Trailblazer, has appointed NCR Bodyshops managing director Christine Maskill to chair the group.

Genesis Motor Europe has stepped-up its preparations for an impending market launch with the appointment of Audi’s head of future retail, Dominique Boesch, as its first managing director.

​Richmond Motor Group and Delgarth Motor Group have both opened the doors to new Suzuki GB car dealership locations during the past week.

Polestar has confirmed the Precept concept will become a production model, in response to positive feedback since it was revealed earlier this year.

Audi has announced a new coupe version of its Q5 SUV, the Q5 Sportback, that will arrive in dealerships during the first half of 2021.

​Used car supermarket giant Motorpoint will welcome 30 new employees to its ranks when it officially opens the doors to its new retail site at Stockton-On-Tees in December.

Cap HPI’s head of valuations has said that the continued growth in used car values is “not sustainable in the long-term” - but may continue into 2021.

Activate Group is investing £15 million to expand its Activate Accident Repair body shop division with a further 15 technology-led sites - creating over 750 jobs.

​Pentagon Motor Group welcomed Vauxhall sales director Stephanie Howson to Sheffield to officially open its new dealership facility in the city.

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Dealers are advertising brand-new 70-plate cars at used car prices in order to hit their registrations targets, finds online car supermarket BuyaCar.

​The strength of the car retail sector’s bounce back recovery from the UK’s full COVID-19 lockdown period could make businesses ineligible for Job Support Scheme (JSS), it is feared.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has expressed its fears of “disturbing times” ahead after UK car manufacturing declined 44.6% by volume in August.

The flagship Kia Sorento SUV topped the ranking in Auto Trader’s fastest selling used car rankings as vehicles which defy Government’s “rule of six” COVID-19 rules made a strong showing this week.

A new consultancy has been launched by three experienced, senior automotive experts to help dealers and OEMs identify opportunities and develop strategies to improve performance.

Vertu Motors has appointed two new national fleet sales managers for its Vansdirect light commercial vehicles (LCV) retail business.