Car dealers’ opportunities to upsell customers with an array of optional extras could be diminished as WLTP emissions tests deliver a tax penalty for larger wheels, spoilers and tow bars.
Dealers will be selling more electric cars than diesels by 2020, according to analysis by Leasing Options.
Jaguar Classic has confirmed it will begin production of an all-electric E-Type, based on the E-Type Zero concept it showcased in 2017.
Land Rover is providing extra upsell opportunities for dealers by offering a range of pet-friendly option packs.
Manhiem has appointed Mazda UK’s used car and remarketing manager Tamara Brown to its sales leadership team.
Cox Automotive has appointed Glenn Fishwick as its new chief information officer, to lead the company's focus on connected technology.
Inchcape’s Porsche Centre Bournemouth was the only main dealer to exhibit at the annual Beaulieu Supercar Weekend (August 4-5).
Taggarts Land Rover has joined fans of the British brand to celebrate its most iconic off-road vehicle at Defender Jam 2018.
Volvo has introduced a new Polestar-developed software upgrade, available through dealerships, that pushes more power to the rear wheels of all-wheel drive (AWD) models.
Lookers has sponsored and presented a Leader of Tomorrow award at the R&A Reach Women’s Leadership Summit.
Seat has removed the option for its retail network to upsell customers with a range of optional extras by applying fixed trim levels across its entire model range.
JudgeService has launched Micro Reviews, a new real-time review product allowing car buyers to post online feedback about their customer experience in franchised dealerships.
MG Motor UK has appointed five new partners to its franchised dealer network, which now stands at 81 sites.
G3 has won an exclusive remarketing contract with First Response Finance Ltd following a unique "Champion Challenge" tendering process.
Mercedes-Benz has opened the order books for its new V6-powered flagship X-Class 350d pick-up, with deliveries expected to reach car dealerships in November.
