Sue Robinson
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Car Dealer News 22 MayNFDA in “productive discussions” with CMA on new Block Exemption rules
The NFDA said it has been in “production discussions” with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on new Block Exemption guidelines.
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Market Insight 2 NovLow risk car showrooms should open in lockdown, dealers argue
Car dealers are arguing that their showrooms should stay open during the new lockdown announced by the UK Government at the weekend.
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Supplier News 26 OctDealer event Automotive Management Live Virtual gets NFDA backing
The National Franchised Dealers Association has given its backing to Automotive Management Live Virtual, a fully interactive online version of the event we normally hold at Birmingham’s NEC every autumn.
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People News 4 SepJob stability vital for young auto industry recruits, says Drive My Career
Job stability has been cited as the overwhelming factor for young recruits considering joining the automotive industry, according to Drive My Career.
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Market Insight 4 SepRetail new car registrations 'stable' as August market declines 5.8% overall
The new car market fell by 5.8% in August, but private demand remained steady to absorb the majority of losses that came from business and fleet registrations.
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Car Dealer News 21 AugHealthy sales conversions and busy showrooms underpin recovery, says NFDA
Nearly 60% of dealers have seen sales conversions increase post-lockdown and footfall as increased by 25%, according to the NFDA.
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Used Cars 14 AugUsed car sales down 2.8% in Q2 as market starts to slow
The UK’s used car market has started to show signs of a slow down as volumes dropped by 2.8% in Q2 this year to 2.03 million.
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Manufacturer 23 MayToyota tops scores in NFDA Electric Vehicle Dealer Attitude Survey
The second edition of the NFDA Electric Vehicle Dealer Attitude Survey has shown that Toyota “topped every question” due to EV commitment over the next two years.
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People News 20 Feb
NFDA, JCT600 and Jardine Motors executives make the final for Woman of the Year Award
Jardine Motors Group HR director Clare Martin, NFDA director Sue Robinson and JCT600 brand director Beryl Carney are among the six finalists in the UK automotive industry's inaugural Barbara Cox Woman of the Year Award.
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Market Insight 26 JunNFDA Brexit white paper: disruption, but a chance to improve franchised dealers' defences
A joint NFDA and ICDP study into potential effects of Brexit suggests it could give scope to legislation improving the rights of franchisees under threat.
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Market Insight 4 MayBoom in new car sales comes to an end with 20% slump in April
New car registrations fell 19.8% to 152,076 units in April, blamed on the Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes, but year-to-date performance still at record levels.
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Car Dealer News 6 FebNew car market achieves 12-year high in January - private registrations up 5%
The UK new car market achieved a 12-year high in January, with a 2.9% uplift in registrations. Private registrations were up 5%.
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Car Dealer News 13 SepCall for repeal of 'logbook loans' welcomed as good news for dealers and consumers
A call for a change in the law governing the Bills of Sale – or logbook loans – has been welcomed as good news for dealers.
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Car Dealer News 5 Sep
Mercedes-Benz judged most valuable franchise by dealers, Citroen comes last
Mercedes- Benz has received the highest score from dealers questioned on value of the franchises they hold. Citroen was voted the worst performing franchise.
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Market Insight 5 Sep'Modest' increase in August new car market, retail sales down slightly
The UK new car market achieved modest growth in August, as registrations rose 3.3% against the same month last year.
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Car Dealer News 21 JunMixed messages from NFDA members regarding the EU referendum vote
A Brexit poll of members of the National Franchised Dealers Association in May led to mixed results, which were not published.
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Market Insight 13 JunRegistrations of hybrids and electric cars soar in first quarter - and is 'set to continue'
Registrations of ultra-low emission vehicles increased 31% year-on-year in the first quarter of the year.
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Car Dealer News 10 MayConcern voiced at cuts dealers making to pay for minimum wage
Dealers have expressed their concerns that the new National Living Wage will mean enforcing pay and benefits cuts.
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Market Insight 6 MayApril new car registrations rise overall but private demand dropped
A 2.5% fall in private new car registrations in April has been offset by increased activity in the fleet and business markets.
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Market Insight 30 Mar
Consumers say emissions are 'least important' factor in choosing a car
Emission levels are the least important factor for choosing a car for the majority of buyers.
