The Kia Sportage has retained its crown as the most searched and configured new car on Carwow for the second year running, cementing its status as a firm favourite among UK car buyers.
The used car market saw a typical seasonal decline in December, with the average value of a three-year-old, 60,000-mile vehicle dropping by 1.5%, equating to approximately £260, according to data from Cap HPI.
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.
UK car production was down by almost a third (30.1%) in November year-on-year in what was the ninth consecutive month of decline in 2024.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced an extension for firms to respond to complaints about motor finance agreements that do not involve discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs).
The Suzuki Ignis has been crowned the most reliable 4x4 in the UK, according to new findings from warranty specialist Warranty Solutions Group (WSG).
Europe’s car manufacturers are facing mounting concerns about their long-term viability as they grapple with rising car prices and intensifying competition, according to a report from Jato Dynamics.
The used car market remained steady in November, with average values at £7,345 across the board at auctio house BCA.
As the remarketing sector faces a period of profound transformation, the insights shared at the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s Automotive Summit focussed on the need for agility, data-driven decision-making, and forward-thinking strategies.
The motor insurance industry is projected to return to profitability in 2024 after two years of record losses, according to EY’s latest UK Motor Insurance Results.
Customers take on average 87 days before deciding, making early engagement with potential buyers essential for driving January sales.
Analysis from Cap HPI shows the used car market is performing strongly with average car values at three years and 60,000 miles declining only 1.1% month to date.
Current guidelines for converting classic cars to electric are overly restrictive making it difficult for owners to retain a vehicle’s original identity and registration, according to responses to the long-awaited DVLA call for evidence focusing on the future of the classic car industry.
The popularity of red as a colour choice for cars is plunging, with predictions that the colour option could be a thing of the past by 2037.
FixMyCar will launch its FixRated approved network of trusted garages in partnership with The Motor Ombudsman (TMO) in early 2025.
Motor trade vacancies are at their lowest level since October 2021, according to the latest IMI Automotive Vacancies Report.
FCA chief executive Nikhil Rathi joined Martin Lewis’ Money Show to address shortcomings about the regulator, as well complaints against lenders.
UK consumer car finance new business volumes fell in October 2024 by 2% compared with the same month in 2023, according to the FLA.
GSF Car Parts, the UK motor factor, has opened its new National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Wolverhampton.
The Competition Appeal Tribunal has approved two multi-million pound settlements as part of a long-running car shipping legal action.
