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
Dealerships are warning of a looming recruitment and retention crisis following the government’s decision to scrap employee car ownership schemes (ECOS),
Seven out of 10 dealers (71%) believe an industry wide shift to the agency sales model is “effectively over”, according to new research.
Nearly two thirds (62%) of UK dealers believe EVs are the biggest challenge to their business, according to data from Startline Motor Finance.
Used car buyer confidence is at its lowest level for six months, according to new research from Startline Motor Finance.
Research from Startline Motor Finance reveals that rising staff costs are the greatest concern for UK car dealers in 2025, with 40% of dealers identifying this as the factor most likely to negatively affect their business.
Startline Motor Finance has secured a five-year, £475 million credit facility from investment bank J P Morgan, marking the sixth renewal of their partnership.
Dealers have largely welcomed a range of measures from last week’s Budget, viewing them as beneficial for the used car market.
New research from the Startline Used Car Tracker reveals that a majority of the UK public supports the introduction of special tests and licences for high-performance car drivers.
Startline Motor Finance has launched its first-ever funding options for used electric cars, signalling a significant vote of confidence in the stability of the used electric vehicle (EV) market.
Fewer than one in six motorists (16%) believe that electric vehicles (EVs) will be affordable by the Labour government's planned 2030 petrol and diesel ban, according to September’s Startline Used Car Tracker.
Nearly nine out of 10 motorists (87%) believe it's crucial to have an independent, certified assessment of a used electric car's battery, showing how well previous owners have maintained it.
A staggering 96% of motorists believe that addressing the pothole crisis should be the top priority for the new Labour government, according to recent research.
Cazoo's collapse is being blamed on the limited potential for online-only motor retail. according to research from July's Startline Used Car Tracker,
Nearly all dealers (97%) feel they need better support from finance providers to fund the purchase of electric vehicles (EV), according to the Startline Used Car Tracker.
Startline Motor Finance has completed a £450 million securitisation through the London Stock Exchange.
Fewer than one in five (18%) motorists check official safety ratings such as Euro-NCAP when purchasing a new car, according to recent findings.
Startline Motor Finance has significantly improved the efficiency of processing motor finance applications through the adoption of advanced biometric eSign technology.
Startline Motor Finance’s new business portal has slashed car finance payout times by nearly a third.
Dealers could increase their used electric vehicle sales conversions by helping with a home charger installation, according to new research.
