Honda UK

Honda UK launches virtual showroom experience for HR-V hybrid

Honda UK has launched a new virtual showroom to mark the physical arrival in showrooms of its all-new HR-V hybrid in November.

Honda Swindon workforce begin final shift of 6.7m car production run

Honda’s 3,000-strong workforce at its Swindon manufacturing plant have begun their final shift ahead of the site’s official closure at the end of this week.

Vertu expands motorcycle division with new Honda Stockton showroom

Vertu Motors has grown its motorcycle dealership portfolio in the North East with the addition of a new Honda showroom in Stockton.

Cazoo Carlisle customer centre first of seven new network additions

Cazoo is poised to invest £1 million in a new used car handover customer centre in Carlisle - the first of seven new facilities.

Riverside Motor Group acquires Harratts Honda dealership in Wakefield

Riverside Motor Group has expanded with the acquisition of Harratts’ Honda dealership in Wakefield for an undisclosed sum.

Honda UK has ‘no specific plans’ to introduce car retail agency model

Honda UK has said that it has “no specific plans” to introduce an agency model to its franchised car retail network.

Vertu becomes Europe's biggest Honda dealer with Hepworth Huddersfield acquisition

Vertu Motors has “cemented” its position as the biggest Honda retailer in Europe with the acquisition of Hepworth Honda in Huddersfield.

Petrol and diesel drivers put off AFV switch due to lack of knowledge

Over half (52%) of motorists in the UK believe their next car is likely to be a hybrid vehicle, but 68% of petrol and diesel drivers feel they do not know enough to buy one.

Honda’s CR-V SUV becomes hybrid-only with e:HEV drivetrain

Honda UK’s CR-V flagship SUV will be available as a hybrid only from 2021 as the Japanese carmaker continues its planned move to electrify its vehicle range.

Mazda MX-30 and Honda Jazz achieve 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating

The Mazda MX-30 and Honda Jazz have achieved five-star scores in Euro NCAP’s latest safety-assessing crash tests.

TT racer Guy Martin joins EV movement with DM Keith Honda e purchase

Isle of Man TT motorbike racer and Truck mechanic turned TV star Guy Martin has joined the electric movement with the purchase of his very own Honda e.

New consultancy launched to help dealers and OEMs improve performance

A new consultancy has been launched by three experienced, senior automotive experts to help dealers and OEMs identify opportunities and develop strategies to improve performance.

A retro-style Honda e electric car is better equipped than a Mini

Anca Motor Group adds new Brighton Suzuki dealership

Anca Motor Group has added a new Suzuki Brighton dealership to its portfolio.

Brayleys completes acquisition of Glyn Hopkin Romford Honda dealership

Brayleys has completed the COVID-19 lockdown acquisition of Glyn Hopkin's Romford Honda dealership for an undisclosed sum.

Honda UK appoints Michael Doyle as head of network development

Honda UK has promoted regional operations manager Michael Doyle to the role of new head of network and commercial development with immediate effect.

Vertu Motors completes £4m Vantage Kia and Honda acquisitions

​Vertu Motors completed the £4 million acquisition of the Kia Bradford and Honda Bradford business from the Vantage Motor Group.

Honda UK appoints Jean-Marc Streng as managing director

​Honda UK announced the appointment of Jean-Marc Streng as its new managing director ahead of the retirement of current MD David Hodgetts.

Crown Motors adds Suzuki franchise to Hendon Honda dealership

Crown Motors joined the Suzuki GB franchise with the opening of a new dealership location within its existing Honda showroom in Hendon, Essex.

Honda’s new Jazz hybrid spawns SUV-inspired derivative

Honda car retailers will add two new models to their showrooms when the new Jazz hybrid reaches their showrooms this summer thanks to the creation of an SUV-inspired ‘Crosstar’ derivative.