Auto Trader
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Market Insight 25 SepCar dealers to ‘supply service providers’ in future, claims Auto Trader
Car dealers will have to “supply new and used cars to service providers” as consumers move away from ownership towards leasing and mobility solutions in the next decade, Auto Trader has claimed.
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Used Cars 21 SepAuto Trader used car prices decline 1% amid rising AFV interest
The average price of a used car offered for sale on Auto Trader declined by 1% during August as interest in electric and hybrid cars grew, the online retail platform has revealed.
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People News 19 SepThe Lead Agency appoints new head of agency partnerships
The Lead Agency has appointed Auto Trader’s former agency sales director Chris Gawor as its new head of agency partnerships.
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Market Insight 5 SepWLTP car sales rush sparked 23.1% August registrations rise, SMMT reveals
Car manufacturers rush to sell new cars which are not compliant with the new WLTP and RDE fuel economy and emissions legislation has created a “false economy” in which sales rose 23.1% in August.
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Opinion 31 AugIs Seat’s options cull the right road to simplifying customer experience?
Seat’s recent decision to limit options for dealers to upsell optional extras on its range is an interesting one; mainly as it is seemingly flying in the face of current personalisation trends when it comes to the in-car experience.
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Used Cars 31 AugPremium car brands’ market share battle prompts used value stagnation, Auto Trader finds
Premium car brands saw slower price growth in the used car sector during July as the effects of an “aggressive” battle for market share began to take hold, Auto Trader has suggested.
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Market Insight 30 AugMotorists to wait nine years before investing in EVs, Auto Trader survey finds
Motorists will wait an average of nine years to invest in their first electric vehicle as uncertainties about charging infrastructure and affordability emerge as key hurdles, Auto Trader has found.
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Used Cars 24 AugRenault Zoe is first all electric car to top Auto Trader fastest selling used vehicle list
The 2016 Renault Zoe (electric automatic) was on average the UK’s fastest selling used vehicle in July.
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Supplier News 16 AugCox Automotive and Auto Trader join forces in Dealer Auction joint venture
Cox Automotive and Auto Trader have launched a joint venture to drive growth of the Dealer Auction automotive wholesale marketplace – promising car retailers a greater choice of vehicle stock.
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Supplier News 9 AugCarGurus Q2 revenues grow 45% year-on-year
CarGurus claims to be "the fastest growing major automotive shopping site" after its Q2 revenues grew by 45% year-on-year and its unique monthly user base swelled by 54%.
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News 3 AugAuto Trader rising star Jacob Freshwater creates ‘selling environment’
Fresh Motors founder Jacob Freshwater has said that creating the right environment for used car sales was central to his Rising Star award win at the recent Auto Trader Retail Awards.
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Car Dealer News 20 JulLuscombe Motors and CarShop win top accolades at Auto Trader car dealer awards
Luscombe Motors Car Shop won Retailer of the Year accolades as Auto Trader rewarded the efforts of the UK’s best car dealers at its 11th annual Retailer Awards.
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Used Cars 16 JulPetrol set to overtake diesel as most popular fuel type, reveals Auto Trader
Petrol is closing in on diesel as the most popular fuel type among UK car buyers, according to Auto Trader’s online search data.
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Market Insight 10 JulEVs require too much 'upfront expense' for most buyers, Auto Trader survey finds
Car buyers are avoiding electric vehicles (EVs) due to the higher "upfront expense", according to new research from Auto Trader.
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Supplier News 14 JunAuto Trader give away car every time England score at World Cup Russia 2018
Auto Trader has launched its “biggest” promotion to date, with a new car giveaway every time England scores a goal in Russia.
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Used Cars 12 JunUsed car prices cool in May as diesel searches dip below 50% on Auto Trader
Used car prices on Auto Trader declined by 0.7% in May as the number of online searches for diesel-fuelled cars dipped below 50% for the first time.
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Supplier News 7 JunAuto Trader's profit margins rise to 67% as car dealers' spend increases
Auto Trader has announced pre-tax profits of £211 million from £330m revenues during the year to March 31.
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Supplier News 31 MayCooper Solutions welcomes direct dealer sales from Auto Trader
Auto Trader's announcement that it will bypass traditional remarketing of fleet vehicles via physical auctions in a move to sell directly to dealers has been welcomed by Cooper Solutions.
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Manufacturer 30 MaySkoda Octavia named Best New Car at Auto Trader Awards
Auto Trader has named the Skoda Octavia as the Best New Car of 2018, at the Auto Trader New Car Awards.
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Used Cars 25 MayDiesel fuels UK’s fastest-selling used cars as Mitsubishi Outlander tops Auto Trader list
Diesel was the fastest-selling fuel type during April as the Mitsubishi Outlander topped Auto Trader’s monthly list of successful sellers during April.
