The future of electric vehicles (EV) is being forged in China with its leading carmakers ready to take on the world. In this first part of our analysis on what this means for the UK, we talk to industry experts on their potential to transform the British new car marketplace
Industry veteran Tony Whitehorn has been part of the UK motor industry for over 30 years holding senior roles with Renault, Toyota and most recently as president and CEO of Hyundai in the UK. Now an authoritative advisor, he has worked with both Chinese OEMs who want to tap the Chinese EV market and UK dealers who want to deliver its potential.
Alex Wright finds out from industry experts what they see as the likely cause and impact of cuts to the UK's Renault and Dacia dealership networks
Kia UK has scooped the Manufacturer of the Year trophy for the second year running having hit its long-held 100,000 registrations target in 2022.
A significant overhaul for the third generation Range Rover Sport has elevated not only its core attributes as a luxury SUV but also its environmental credentials, hence the plug-in hybrid version winning the AM Award for Hybrid Vehicle of the Year
The MG4 is one of the cheapest new electric cars currently on sale, yet its range, performance and technology compares favourably with much more expensive rivals, and this has impressed UK car dealers so much they voted for it to win the AM Award for Electric Vehicle of the Year.
Lotus Emira is a deserving New Car of the Year winner, according to AM's dealer readers who voted for the sports car to win the accolade
AM's dealer readers voted the Kia Sportage for Used Car of the Year 2023. Read about some of the reasons behind its success.
AM's latest industry special digital report, Running A Modern Dealership, has now been published. Industry experts, prominent suppliers and franchised dealers have shared their insights into the major aspects required in running a modern dealership, including used car retailing, EV sales, finance and insurance, omnichannel customer experience and aftersales efficiency.
Honda UK car boss Rebecca Adamson explains to AM editor Tim Rose that the "lightest touch" agency contracts will be part of its car dealer network's future.
Quality is the vital area of focus for Jaguar Land Rover UK's senior team as it shifts from a volume-driven prestige car competitor to reach its ambition of being a company with a "house of brands" providing "modern luxury" products and experiences.
AM interviews Peter Charters, general manager of Maserati’s North Europe, about luxury car sales and car dealer profitability
Spencer Clayton-Jones, director of network development and customer quality at Nissan GB, was the latest subject of AM's regular '8 Questions To' feature.
Independent specialist electric car dealer Drive Green owner Richard Norris shares its approach to sustainability, including having a composting toilet and upcycling furniture.
Plug-in vehicles accounted for almost a quarter of all new car sales in February, with year-on-year growth achieved by both pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).
EV-focused Chinese brand GWM Ora has established a UK beachhead with AM100 dealers and is set to expand its territory carefully, reports AM editor Tim Rose
Much has been made of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s recent pledge to boost the economy, with commentators analysing how his priorities for 2023 will impact various sectors.
The average age of a Peugeot new car buyer is 56. However, the brand sees winning the hearts of younger consumers as a vital step in securing sales growth for the long term.
Dacia UK is poised to lead the Renault Group with new digital innovations as it looks to strengthen its position as a “brand in its own right”, according to director Luke Broad.
In his latest automotive retail sector analysis for AM magazine David Francis delved into the strength of the Volkswagen range, Toyota's electric car conundrum and considered whether premium SUVs might be running out of road.
In the latest of a monthly 'guest opinion' feature Volkswagen Financial Services UK chief executive Mike Todd explains why the automotive sector must continue to drive the green travel agenda despite rising energy prices.
City car specialist Smart is laying the foundations for higher new car sales volume and getting its franchisees geared up for the first of its new generation of cars, the Smart #1.
Selling EVs? You should. A lower total cost of ownership strengthens the case for customers to buy an electric car ahead of the 2030 zero emissions deadline.
Aftersales departments need to be prepared for a substantial change to their business model in the coming years as plug-in vehicle sales create a complex world with lower maintenance and new skills and equipment needed.
In his latest 'guest opinion' for AM Volkswagen Financial Services UK chief executive Mike Todd suggests that the motor industry needs to put more focus on making used electric vehicles attractive to drive EV adoption in the mass market.
