Three new VED bands should be introduced to reflect the most efficient cars, while a new emissions tax should be introduced for vans.
Peter Vardy looks set to open its first dealership in Dundee.
The UK has beaten CO2 emission targets for the 17th consecutive year, according to a report by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Codeweavers has launched Finance Finder as an update to its current dealer finance calculator.
BMW Group has extended its contract with Allianz Global Assistance (AGA) in the UK to provide roadside assistance to BMW, BMW Motorrad, MINI and Rolls-Royce owners.
Hyundai Motor UK has announced the official pricing and specification for the new Hyundai i40 model, which is available to order at its showrooms across the UK now.
Northridge Finance's 'Joint Venture' offering was named Best Finance Product at the Motor Finance Europe Awards in Munich.
The Parts Alliance has launched a national tool hire programme, Toolhireclub.com in a ‘first’ for a motor factor group, promising repairers significant savings.
The Volkswagen Up has been named the lowest depreciating car.
The Employment Tribunal has ruled that UK law can be rewritten to reflect commission in holiday pay - but has left car dealers with unresolved issues.
British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin is considering building cars overseas, according to reports.
Sam Pettengell will be joining MHA MacIntyre Hudson from May 18 as a director in Steve Freeman's specialist motor sector team.
Six new car dealers have joined the SsangYong franchise, ahead of the arrival of the manufacturer's all-new Tivoli SUV this summer.
Author: Philip Harmer is a partner at Stormcatcher Motor Industry Lawyers. He is a practising lawyer, author and speaker on all aspects of employment, commercial and motor trade law.
Used car dealer Allmini has been fined a total of £2,240 after selling a Citroen Saxo in dangerous condition.
ClickMechanic, the U.K. startup offering a marketplace that lets car owners book a mobile mechanic, has scored seed funding.
Volvo Car UK has marked the next step in its new global marketing strategy, first announced late last year, with the launch of its next generation website.
Nearly half of all buyers begin the search for their next used car unclear on the make and model they want, according to Auto Trader’s Buyer Behaviour Study undertaken by GfK1.
A need for more technicians is leading Volvo Car UK to mandate that every dealership in its network will engage in apprenticeships.
The HM Revenue and Customs' (HMRC) willingness to challenge sales values used in VAT calculations has been highlighted in a VAT appeal judgement, according to ASE.
Audi has launched a website designed to attract apprentices for its car dealer network.
The entry price of the new Mazda MX-5 sports car range will be £18,495 when the convertible car reaches Mazda dealers this summer.
Mitsubishi Motors UK has hit back at WHICH? following a report it published suggesting that official mpg figures of the Outlander PHEV are misleading.
The UK's car industry, led by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, has called on the police to improve how it tracks car thefts.
Which? is calling for more realistic car fuel economy testing after finding 98% of the cars it tested couldn’t match or beat their miles per gallon (mpg) claims.
May's issue of AM is out, including an interview with Norfolk Motor Group MD Grant Long; a look at Nissan's new CI; and 15 ways to boost your used car profits
The automotive retail sector is sufficiently dynamic and innovative to adapt to a predicted weakening in market conditions that have led to PCP growth in the market.
Manufacturers will need to work hard to improve the favourable opinion of their brand to combat the commoditisation of new cars.
The new Suzuki Vitara compact SUV has received the maximum 5-star rating in independent crash testing from Euro NCAP.
The coming years will see Volvo cars and dealers stand out and win more buyers, says UK managing director Nick Connor.
