Articles by Aimee Turner - Page 5
Automotive in 2025: Challenges remain but opportunities ripe for innovators
As the remarketing sector faces a period of profound transformation, the insights shared at the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s Automotive Summit focussed on the need for agility, data-driven decision-making, and forward-thinking strategies.
David Beattie to head Mini UK and Ireland, Izzo charged with European role
David Beattie will take the helm as director of Mini UK and Ireland in the New Year, succeeding Federico Izzo, who moves on to become head of Mini in Europe after successfully overseeing the relaunch of the new Mini family in the UK.
Lincoln garage welcomes overseas technician to solve skills shortage
The Lincoln branch of national garage chain IN‘n’OUT Autocentres has tackled its staffing challenges by hiring a technician from India through Easy2Recruit, an specialist agency that helps garages source overseas talent.
DVLA findings highlight mixed views on classic car EV conversions
Current guidelines for converting classic cars to electric are overly restrictive making it difficult for owners to retain a vehicle’s original identity and registration, according to responses to the long-awaited DVLA call for evidence focusing on the future of the classic car industry.
Supreme Court grants appeal in car finance commission case, expedited hearing set
The Supreme Court has granted permission for two car lenders to appeal a landmark ruling on motor finance commission payments that has raised concerns over a potential £30 billion compensation bill.
Car loan crisis could rival £50bn PPI scandal, FCA chief warns
The financial crisis brewing in the UK’s motor finance sector could rival the infamous £50 billion Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) consumer scandal, the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) top legal chief has conceded.