Articles by Aimee Turner

Ineos Automotive is planning to restart production of its Grenadier and Quartermaster models in early January, following a halt in September caused by a critical component shortage.

Roadside Garages Kia Coleraine has secured two accolades at the second annual Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards, cementing its reputation as a top performer in the region's automotive sector.

The used car market has experienced a notable decline in sales in the wake of the Autumn Budget, according to data released today by Marketcheck.

The UK car market is expected to hit its peak in terms of petrol vehicle numbers in 2024 although the industry continues to grapple with the the post-pandemic shortage of nearly 3 million cars not sold during that period, stricter Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) targets, rising competition from new brands and models - all at a time of lacklustre appetite for electric vehicles (EV).

Liberal Democrat MP for Wokingham Clive Jones heard firsthand about the significant discrepancies in the cost of home versus public charging and the need for additional government support to entice motorists to go green when he visited Select’s HQ in Reading.

Flattened consumer spending, persistently high interest rates and supply chain disruptions stemming from geopolitical tensions have forced auto manufacturers (both budget and luxury) to negatively adjust their forecasts, writes Adrian Stalham of Sullivan & Stanley

Ford plans to cut 4,000 jobs across Europe by 2027, including around 800 roles in the UK, as the company responds to slow demand for electric vehicles (EV) and intensifying competition from Chinese car makers.

Data intelligence specialist Percayso is partnering with Cartotrade to provide dealers with access to the most comprehensive vehicle pricing and ownership data through a new market intelligence tool.

The manual handbrake, once a defining feature of nearly every car, is rapidly disappearing.

South coast-based independent retailer Frosts Cars has teamed up with Marketing Delivery to enhance its aftersales customer communications, aiming to improve retention and workshop utilisation.

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) - driven by strategic shifts among legacy manufacturers and competition from new entrants - could lead to reduced variety in vehicle makes and models, especially if manufacturers scale back their UK presence.

The probe into historic motor finance practices by some car loan providers could cost the industry £30 billion, according to ratings agency Moody's.

Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) has partnered with Strategic Risk Solutions (SRS) to introduce a comprehensive lineup of regulated protection products through its new captive WSG Guardian Insurance.

John Veichmanis, chief executive of Carwow Group, has become a Gold Patron for the Automotive 30% Club

The Omoda E5 has secured a five-star safety rating in Euro NCAP’s latest evaluations, following in the footsteps of its petrol-engine counterpart, the Omoda 5, which received the same rating in 2022.