Stellantis plans to accelerate its turnover from software-enabled services and subscriptions to €4bn (£3.4bn) in 2026 and €20bn (£17bn) in 2030 as its transitions to a new role as a “sustainable mobility tech company”.

The UK's new van market notched up a November sales record, finishing the month 11.4% ahead of the pre-pandemic average for the month.

In-market car buyers are increasingly likely to choose dealers because they are local, according to Judgservice.

The Financial Conduct Authority will set new rules for regulated financial services including motor finance by mid-2022 as it aims to “fundamentally shift the mindset of firms”.

In his latest 'Viewpoint' opinion article for AM, Professor Jim Saker responds to a recent AM webinar, concluding that accessibility is now the key ingredient for any car retailer's reputation.

Electric vehicles (EVs) registered in 2020 have been representing more than a quarter (27%) of all one-year-old car sales in recent weeks, according to BuyaCar.

Motor Connect has grown its online used car retail partnership with 30 independent dealers in the space of three months.

The doors have officially opened to customers at Marshall Motor Group’s “monster” £12 million Toyota and Lexus dealership in Bristol.

November's 115,706-unit new car market brought an end to four months of consecutive decline in new car sales, by recording a 1.7% uplift over November 2020 when stronger coronavirus restrictions were in place.

Marshall Motor Group’s board has highlighted the “responsibilities of ownership of MMH” in a statement recommending the acceptance of Constellation Automotive’ s £201.6 million takeover offer.

Carwow has raised $55 million (£41.5m) to scale its Sell Your Car division after the used car stocking platform delivered 600% revenue growth in just six months.

Polestar has released a teaser image of its fully electric Polestar 3, the vehicle that will kick-start the expansion of its EV model range.

Subaru UK has made a trio of leadership appointments in a bid to drive forward its recovery from its registrations slump in a COVID-hit 2020 trading period.

MPVs continued to star in Auto Trader’s top ten ranking of the used car market’s most appreciating vehicles, with the Seat Alhambra emerging as number one in November.

Car retailers need not fear a “seismic” slump in used car values in 2022 as limited supplies and strong demand remain the order of the day, according to Cap HPI and Auto Trader.

Halfords has redoubled its focus on offering vehicle servicing and tyres with the £62 million acquisition of the National service centre network.

Steer Automotive Group has laid claim to the title of “UK’s fastest growing accident repair group” after completing the acquisition of Tyne Tees Vehicle Repair Group (TTVRG).

Subaru UK has followed Isuzu UK with the offer of a free Quick Check winter safety and condition inspection.

Ben has teamed up with wellbeing data specialists Wellonomics to provide a customised platform to automotive businesses.

Kia Motors UK has published the pricing and specification details for its new Sportage SUV, with prices starting from £26,745.

Devonshire Motors have invested over £750,000 in a refurbishment project to maximise its dealership space following the introduction of new franchise partners Hyundai and Isuzu.

Vertu Bradford Land Rover is on a recruit drive to support its service department, with new employees receiving a £2,000 signing bonus.

Volkswagen’s range of service plans, as well as the new All-in integrated aftersales service package, are subject to a 25% discount until December 15.

Car manufacturers exploring the agency model franchised car retail agreements “want to put the dealer last”, Suzuki GB boss Dale Wyatt has told his dealers.

Cazoo has vowed to grow its car inventory in Europe after officially launching its online car retail offering in France and Germany today.

Vertu Motors become the ‘Official Car Retailer’ League One football team Sunderland AFC for the remainder of the current season.

Sytner Group has teamed up with luxury car franchise partner Rolls-Royce Motor Cars to offer a real-life hero the chance to experience an all-expenses day out in London.

Dacia UK has opened online pre-ordering for its new seven-seat SUV, the Dacia Jogger.

Evolution Funding has appointed Lloyds Banking Group’s Katie Hayes to the board as its first chief operating officer in what was described as a “crucial step” towards achieving its strategic goals.

Digital automotive retail tools can bring and end to a one-size-fits-all sales experience for car buyers, according to Keyloop chief executive Tom Kilroy.