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Used car data

Dealers stocking fewer used EVs than any other European country

UK dealers are holding fewer used EVs in stock than any other country in Europe, according to the latest INDICATA Market Watch report.

Market insight 22 Apr

Ford Fiesta retains its popularity… especially with car thieves

The most sought-after used car so far this year is the Ford Fiesta - despite being discontinued, a new study has revealed.

Market insight 17 Apr

Peugeot makes debut as Dealer Auction top profit earner

Both premium and mainstream brands offered opportunities for profit last month, according to Dealer Auction’s latest Retail Margin Monitor with a new entry from Peugeot underlining the importance of holding a varied stocklist.

Used car data 8 Apr
Line-up of used cars

Used cars sold faster in March with price shifts on younger models benefitting buyers

Lower asking prices helped drive used car sales last month with vehicles averaging just 35 days on physical and virtual forecourts

Market insight 3 Apr
BMW 1 Series 2019

BMW 1 Series tops used car desirability in March

The BMW 1 Series was one of the most desirable used cars in March, according to new auction data from Aston Barclay.

Used car data 25 Mar
2020 Seat Leon

Seat Leon takes the podium as fastest selling used car, Auto Trader finds

The Seat Leon has emerged as the UK’s fastest-selling used car, taking an average of just 10 days to leave retailers’ forecourts

Market insight 15 Mar

MINI Hatch makes debut in Dealer Auction’s top 10 profit-turners

MINI’s iconic hatchback has appeared in Dealer Auction’s Retail Margin Monitor top 10 models for the first time.

Profitability 14 Mar

Toyota triumphs in Warrantywise reliability rankings

The Toyota Yaris ranked as the most reliable used car over the last three years, according to the latest figures released by Warrantywise.

repair costs 14 Mar

Retail and wholesale demand leading to stable used market

Healthy retail demand and strong auction conversion rates are characterising a stable used car market, according to experts at cap hpi.

Used car data 13 Mar

Cazoo to sell off stock, cease car sales, become rival to Auto Trader and Motors

Online car dealer Cazoo is beginning to sell off its used car stock, transporters and customer care centres as it has announced it will switch to a new business model as a car marketplace, competing with rivals such as Auto Trader, eBay Motors and AA Cars.

Car dealer news 7 Mar
Paul Burgess, chief executive of Startline Motor Finance

Falling prices could see half of motorists buying used

Almost half of motorists (46%) could soon be eyeing a used car following substantial price falls, according to Startline's latest monthly Used Car Tracker.

Market insight 5 Mar

Strong January sets tone for year ahead at Manheim

The volume of stock handled by Manheim Auction Services during January was up 24% year-on-year, with the number of active buyers increasing by 12%.

auctions 16 Feb

Half of dealers using social media to target and drive sales in 2024

Almost half of dealers (48%) are planning to use social media as a key used car marketing tool this year, according to new research.

Social media 8 Feb
Mini Harch 2016

Superminis lead UK used car market growth of 5.1% in 2023

Superminis led the UK’s overall used car market growth of 5.1% in 2023, according to the latest figures from the SMMT.

Used car data 8 Feb

Used electric market poised for significant growth

Used EVs are now becoming a viable alternative to new models with sub £20,000 electric stock accounting for 25% of the market

EV 17 Jan
Consumer Finance and Compliance

New car finance business fell 7% in November

Monthly figures from the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show that new consumer car finance business volume fell 7% in November compared to 2022.

Market insight 17 Jan
Paul Burgess, chief executive of Startline Motor Finance

Dealers register sharp uptick in used stock condition; supply easing

Used car quality is improving with new research indicating a sharp month-on-month rise in dealer opinion.

Used car data 16 Jan

Used car values stabilise in January

January is seeing a relative stabilisation of used car values following a difficult last quarter for the market, according to cap hpi experts.

Used car data 16 Jan
Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid

Ford Kuga takes 2023 crown for fastest selling, EV models closing in

The Ford Kuga was the fastest-selling used car last year, taking on average just 13 days to shift off retailers’ forecourts, twice as quickly as the average.

Used car data 12 Jan
Used cars line up

Land Rover models reign supreme for profit in 2023

Land Rover products dominated 2023 for the third year running, while other premium makes continued to deliver strong returns, according to Dealer Auction.

Used car data 11 Jan

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