The colour of money might be changing according to Glass’s director of valuations, Rupert Pontin, who points out that the average value of white used cars is on the decline.
Tootle.co.uk is set to launch a £300,000 nationwide ad campaign as it attempts to match more private vehicle sellers with retailers.
CAP looks at the challenges in sourcing used stock for dealers across the UK, using research exclusive to AM.
Top tips from some of the UK’s biggest trade auction firms on getting the best out of online stock selling and buying services.
HPI offers used car buyers a guide on how to purchase an insurance write-off that is not only safe to be on the road, but could save them 50% off the ticket price.
From stocking policies to finance, out-of-hours responses to video walkarounds, Debbie Kirlew explores how to increase efficiency in your pre-owned operation
Digital technology has given independent dealers the resources to turn their small size and relative lack of marketing resources to their advantage.
The December 'used car' issue of AM - Automotive Management is out now.
CD Auction Group has signed an agreement with wholesale stocking plan provider NextGear Capital UK, to offer buyers a new way to pay for vehicles bought through the Cars Direct online auction.
Confidence has grown among independent used car retailers, after June saw the best sales growth since the start of the year, says CAP.
Commercial vehicle remarketing organisation Manheim is claiming to have set a new benchmark in the LCV market, with the successful completion of its first open online van auction event last month.
Growing used car supply is being soaked up by strong retail demand according to the latest market report from CAP Automotive.
Used car experts agree that the Nissan Qashqai remains the best investment for dealers seeking an in-demand, fast-turning mainstream SUV to fill a space on the forecourt.
Aston Barclay, the car auction group, has launched three new products to increase its online portfolio and complement its existing services.
A business helping car dealers reduce their vehicle logistics costs is on the growth path thanks partly to investment from the chairman of Sytner Group, Laurence Vaughan.
CAP's Philip Nothard finds profiling your forecourt can improve return on investment.
NAMA expects strong January figures after pre-Christmas slowdown hit December figures
As average used car values have surged to record levels during 2013, BCA suggests next year could bring more of the same in the used car market as the availability of retail quality used cars is likely to remain limited.
Manheim’s latest Market Analysis highlights that the average selling price of ex-fleet vehicles adjusted slightly from the record high achieved in October, with values falling by £131 during November.
HPI has launched a new used car inspection service which lets customers use an independent qualified engineer to determine whether a car could be unsafe or in need of repairs.