Competition from emerging EV manufacturers means brand loyalty can no longer be taken for granted, according to a survey of over 5,000 European car buyers.
Pentagon has added two new BYD dealerships to its portfolio in Derby and Nottingham, joining the dealership that opened in Lincoln at the end of last year.
Car subscription service Dribe reports a surge in interest from British car distributors in its digital end-to-end platform and subscription model.
The used car market demonstrated remarkable stability in June with average values dropping just 0.1%, or £25, for vehicles three years old with 60,000 miles.
Stellantis’ UK chief has warned that the car maker could cease production in the country should the government fail to support electric vehicle (EV) adoption.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging the next government to collaborate closely with the automotive industry to unlock its full potential, projecting a £50 billion growth opportunity over the next decade.
Nearly all dealers (97%) feel they need better support from finance providers to fund the purchase of electric vehicles (EV), according to the Startline Used Car Tracker.
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging improvements in 12-volt battery technology, as "bricking" issues continue to hamper the adoption of electric vans.
Novuna Vehicle Solutions has teamed up with digital remarketing platform Dealer Auction, to launch a digital marketplace for premium electric vehicles (EVs).
Vertu Motors' latest first-quarter figures reflected a period of robust growth and strategic progress, boding well for the remainder of the financial year despite the potential impact of zero emissions targets.
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A team of industry heavyweights is to lead Citygate Holdings’ new Auto.Works venture which is aiming to transform the online presentation of new and used vehicles ,
Three quarters of dealerships are coming under significant pressure from manufacturers to help them meet zero-emissions targets despite demand for electrified cars remaining ‘very weak’.
G3 Vehicle Auctions has invested in two experienced auctioneers after snapping up the 14-acre Cazoo wholesale facility in Bedford.
Shareholders in New York Stock Exchange listed Cazoo Group are to be asked to give approval for a voluntary winding up and liquidation of the company.
Andrew Doyle is stepping down as Audi UK brand director after seven years to join an Australian car dealer group
MFL Direct, one of the UK's largest wholesale used vehicle suppliers, has relaunched its ecommerce platform after extensive research and development with car dealers.
Gates Ford which operates nine sites across Essex, Hertfordshire and Greater London has launched the iStoreDOCS platform
Hartwell is expanding its franchise network to include Chery group brands Omoda and Jaecoo at three key locations.
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A car dealer from Omagh has been found guilty at Newry Crown Court of advertising and selling 'clocked' cars including reducing the mileage of a VW Scirocco by 52,000 miles.
Cloud-based dealership software house CDK Global has been reportedly hit by a further cyberattack
Interest in brand new cars remains strong even though retail registrations may be softening, according to Auto Trader
LSH Auto’s recent networking event in partnership with the Women of the Year Awards, drew over 70 delegates to its Mercedes-Benz of Birmingham dealership in Erdington.
A majority of British drivers want more reassurance about a vehicle’s condition when buying a second-hand car, according to new research by AA Cars.
TrustFord has officially opened its latest dealerships in Glasgow and Aberdeen.
Six colleagues from Bristol Street Motors Crewe Vauxhall are to join the annual St Luke's Midnight Walk fundraiser.
Volvo estates are making a return to the UK less than a year after the car sales company made headlines by announcing it would no longer offer the spacious load carriers
Auction house Aston Barclay is reporting fierce competition among dealers for higher-value SUVs to meet customer demand, according to its June used car desirability index.
A nationwide survey reveals that half of car buyer (51%) will pay more for a used car if the previous owner invested in dealer-applied paint and interior protection.
