Plug-in van customers will continue to benefit from up to £5,000 off an electric van after the plug-in grant was extended until April 2026.
Unite, the UK’s largest union, is warning that thousands of automotive industry jobs depend on immediate reforms to the government’s Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) Mandate.
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has submitted its response to the Government’s consultation on the UK's transition to zero-emission vehicles, incorporating the dealership community’s insights ahead of the 18 February deadline.
The multi-million pound project to establish an EV battery gigafactory at Bridgwater has taken another step forward with work starting with National Grid.
Vehicle manufacturers are predicted to miss zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate new car sales targets by over 345,000 units by 2028, according to new data.
Chorley Group has introduced a new marketing strategy across its network to boost new and used car sales, with a specific focus on personalisation and EV sales.
Allianz UK is warning motor traders to be aware of the risks associated with EV battery fires when damaged or mishandled.
Renault is preparing to launch three new electric vans in the UK market from next year called the Estafette, Goelette and Trafic.
The used car market in January saw a remarkable surge in the number of electric and hybrid vehicles available, with Motors reporting a record 17% of dealer stock made up of alternative fuel cars.
The proportion of used hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) stocked by dealers reached a new high in January, according to Motors’ Market View.
Affordable high-tech Chinese electric car brands are winning over younger UK consumers, according to the latest Auto Trader research.
New research from automotive performance marketing agency UpShift highlights the significant rise of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers in the UK’s search habits.
UK customer research into electric vehicle ownership has surged by 58% since 2022, but over half still think EVs are too expensive.
LKQ Academy, the UK aftermarket training provider, has partnered with battery manufacturer Varta to launch a new alternative fuel battery course.
Trade-to-trade sales for hybrids and electric vehicles jumped by 64.9% year-on-year in 2024, according to new figures from Dealer Auction.
Almost seven out of 10 motorists (69%) are worried about petrol and diesel costs rising in 2025, new research reveals.
Kia’s UK chief has welcomed the review of ZEV mandate regulations that will guide the industry until 2035 but cautions that the UK government has no intention of walking away from its proposed trajectory.
The DfT has today launched a consultation asking for industry views on the Government's restoration of the 2030 petrol and diesel new car ban. Elements include gathering views on which full hybrid and plug-in hybrids could be sold still alongside zero emission vehicles, and what approach should be taken for vans and low volume OEMs.
Skoda is laying down the gauntlet to the competition in the increasingly crowded electric crossover market with its new Elroq, priced from £31,500.
Electric vehicle running costs have dropped by 15% to an average of 24p per KwH, the lowest level since 2021, according to new research.
