Lookers has opened its new Mercedes-Benz showroom in Crawley following a multi-million pound investment.
Automotive retail insolvencies fell by 12% in April from 33 to 29 in comparison to the same month last year according to the latest figures from Experian.
Mike Hawes has been announced as the new chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
The Mazda total loss avoidance programme, Mazda Save It, has been running for just over two years, and is now open to the whole UK market.
Kia Motors (UK) is recalling 25,192 vehicles for the replacement of a possibly faulty brake light switch on a variety of cars built between 2006 and 2011.
Mini is now including its four-wheel drive ALL4 technology on its Countryman and Paceman models beyond just the John Cooper Works versions.
BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that the headline average monthly used car value declined by 7% in April compared to March, although year-on-year values were up by over 16%.
Mercedes-Benz has made several management changes across the business which take hold from June 1.
Manheim has stepped up activity in the digital online space with the acquisition of an electronic truck and trailer remarketing business.
Caffyns has increased profit before tax from £1.45m to £1.52 million for its preliminary results for the year ended March 31, 2013.
Former Ford of Britain chairman Joe Greenwell has been appointed chairman and trustee of the RAC Foundation.
Caterham Cars will release a new, affordable entry-level version of the iconic Seven that harks back to the philosophy that inspired its creation.
Double-digit car loan rises.
The UK’s largest free-to-attend motoring event, London Motorexpo, is gearing up for a record-breaking 2013.
The erosion of used car trade values is slowing and the market shows signs of stabilising, according to CAP Automotive.
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Manufacturers are using PCPs and finance offers to 'sell' new cars with attractive monthly payments, taking the focus off increasing retail prices.
Hyundai has changed 40% of its dealer network as it embarks on a drive to improve the experience in its showrooms and service departments to help it hit a 5% market share.
A warning has been issued of industrial action at DVLA offices on Friday May 31.
Lookers chief operating officer Andy Bruce has bought a total of 135,000 ordinary shares in Lookers at a price of 105p each following the group’s Q1 results.
Fix Auto UK’s presence inside the M25 has been strengthened with the signing of North-East London-based LRM Accident Repair Centre, which becomes Fix Auto Hainault with immediate effect.
Ridgeway Group, the premium brand car dealer in the south of England, has secured its first Land Rover franchise.
Citroen Vans will be sponsoring Discovery Networks UK’s documentaries in a 12 month deal from May 31.
An increasingly buoyant market is not being matched by the availability of vehicles, making it harder than ever for retailers to buy the right vehicles at the right price for their forecourts.
Aston Martin marketing director Markus Kramer believes luxury brands are wary of opening up access to their brand to a wider audience on social media because it impacts on exclusivity.
Leicester-based Sturgess Motor Group has boosted turnover by almost 25% to £81.9 million on the back of increased new and used car sales.
Audi will continue to develop every kind of electrified vehicle, despite appearing to turn its back on pure battery power with next year's A3 e-tron model.
The National Franchised Dealer Association (NFDA) is calling for greater awareness for careers in the automotive retail industry after meeting with Shadow Treasury Minister Cathy Jamieson.
The advertising watchdog has warned a carmaker to ensure its terms and conditions are clearly audible in its radio adverts after a recent promotion fell foul of its standards.
AIM-listed Quindell Portfolio, the provider of software, consultancy and technology, has announced a new agreement with Honda to handle a range of accident management services for the motor manufacturer's UK customers.
