UK car manufacturing output fell by 11.9% to 69,652 units in May, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
The National Association of Motor Auctions’ (NAMA) is launching a LCV grading standard on July 1 to help dealers select good quality used vans and pick-ups.
New passenger car registrations in Europe totalled 1,087,699 units in May, marking a 2.5% decline compared to the same month last year, according to JATO Dynamics.
Liam Hendry from Macklin Motors Hyundai in Dunfermline emerged as the overall champion in Hyundai Motor UK’s 2024 UK Skills Olympics to identify the "best of the best" among 870 technicians in its retailer network.
The used LCV market has become highly fragmented due to smaller businesses’ caution over interest rates and cashflow when considering replacement vans and pick-ups.
The UK has the potential to become a leader in the electrification of supercar production if it can attract investment into its domestic supply chain, according to McLaren Automotive CEO Michael Leiters.
Competition from emerging EV manufacturers means brand loyalty can no longer be taken for granted, according to a survey of over 5,000 European car buyers.
Pentagon has added two new BYD dealerships to its portfolio in Derby and Nottingham, joining the dealership that opened in Lincoln at the end of last year.
Car subscription service Dribe reports a surge in interest from British car distributors in its digital end-to-end platform and subscription model.
The used car market demonstrated remarkable stability in June with average values dropping just 0.1%, or £25, for vehicles three years old with 60,000 miles.
Stellantis’ UK chief has warned that the car maker could cease production in the country should the government fail to support electric vehicle (EV) adoption.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging the next government to collaborate closely with the automotive industry to unlock its full potential, projecting a £50 billion growth opportunity over the next decade.
Nearly all dealers (97%) feel they need better support from finance providers to fund the purchase of electric vehicles (EV), according to the Startline Used Car Tracker.
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging improvements in 12-volt battery technology, as "bricking" issues continue to hamper the adoption of electric vans.
Novuna Vehicle Solutions has teamed up with digital remarketing platform Dealer Auction, to launch a digital marketplace for premium electric vehicles (EVs).
