The London-wide Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) scrappage scheme saw more than 53,000 older, more polluting vehicles removed from the capital’s roads.
A change in driving licence rules for heavier electric vans came into force this week, bringing them into line with their lighter petrol and diesel counterparts.
Eurorepar Car Service's new head of network Neil Gibbs wants to help bridge the divide between franchised dealers and the independent aftersales sector.
Wiring looms have overtaken bumpers as the most frequently repaired component following vehicle collisions, according to new data from AA Accident Assist.
UK dealers recorded a 9.3% increase in retail profit margin performance in May, with retailers making a particular success of retailing used Tesla Model 3s.
The Government’s Spending Review has earmarked £1.4bn to support the continued uptake of EVs, but hasn’t given enough detail on how this money will be deployed.
Auto Trader has recorded a “significant increase” in the number of independent dealerships stocking electric vehicles.
Intense competition in China's domestic market could see even higher focus on the UK as an export market, with potential for price cuts and increased supply.
The Peugeot 2008 and 3008 have featured in the top 10 performers for used car retail margin in May, according to Dealer Auction data.
The SMMT is urging the Government to consider the needs of small volume automotive brands as part of its forthcoming industrial and trade strategy plans.
More than 70% of UK motorists would consider buying a car from a Chinese manufacturer, according to Startline Motor Finance’s June Used Car Tracker.
The light commercial vehicle (LCV) market shrank by -11.8% in May, with 22,796 vans, 4x4s and pick-ups registered, according to new SMMT data
New car registrations were up 1.6% year on year – the strongest May performance since 2021, according to SMMT figures
May’s figures offer cautious encouragement to an industry under pressure. Strong
Financial incentives, not regulatory pressure, are what car buyers believe will finally spark a true retail shift to electric vehicles (EVs), finds JudgeService.
The used car market showed robust performance during May, with BCA reporting strong buyer engagement, consistent online activity, and steady values
More than half of UK car dealers believe the government’s revised Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate will create much-needed “breathing space” for electric vehicle (EV) sales
If its momentum continues, VW could top the UK EV leaderboard as early as next month
The new car market has entered 2025 with renewed momentum and cautious optimism
The Toyota Aygo and Suzuki Swift have been crowned the UK’s most reliable used superminis, topping Warrantywise’s latest Reliability Index with a score of 88.6 out of 100.
