For many dealer groups any interest in sustainability comes low on the priorities list, but AM100 motor retailer Sinclair Group is tackling it proactively. Its head of strategic development Richard Seaward explains how sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.
With battery technology still evolving and supply chains facing complex challenges, the role of dealer networks is being redefined. Robin Brundle, a former dealer group boss and now chairman of Recyclus Group, offers his insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Dealerships must gain an understanding of a growing variety of chargers and the infrastructure that may be needed at their business. Andrew Ryan reports
Robin Brundle's Recyclus Group is the UK’s first industrial-scale recycler of lithium-ion batteries, dedicated to developing a stable supply chain for battery metals.
The Government's aims for zero carbon motoring will need to do more to convince a general public which is happy to be greener if it doesn't cost them more money or time, notes AM's regular columnist Professor Jim Saker, president of the Institute of the Motor Industry.
From charging points to tooling, the must-haves of an electric vehicle dealership help to create a new mindset.
US and Canadian investors are looking for opportunities in the UK’s automotive retail market and further acquisitions are expected to take place this year.
The winner of The Sustainability Award is TrustFord. Chief executive Stuart Mustoe collected the award from Martin Bleasby, managing director of sponsor EnergyForce on stage at the 2024 AM Awards event in London.
With Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz starting EV charging firms, and Arnold Clark buying a charger installer, experts can't agree whether it's a good, profitable step for the automotive industry's establishment.
Chorley Group managing director Adam Turner explains to AM why multi-franchising is playing a key part in tackling the rising costs of business.
AM interviews Peter Charters, general manager of Maserati’s North Europe, about luxury car sales and car dealer profitability
Experts point to some of the structural elements which could help make car dealerships more sustainable in tough economic conditions, from rates reviews and refinancing to tax reliefs.
Independent specialist electric car dealer Drive Green owner Richard Norris shares its approach to sustainability, including having a composting toilet and upcycling furniture.
UK automotive is among all businesses that need to be net zero by 2050. Carbon emissions will need to be drastically cut from all dealership operations to limit global warming.
Motor retail groups are putting more focus on tackling their environmental impact and carbon footprint through technology and property solutions
As omnichannel sales, agency fees and low-maintenance electric cars become a norm, it will become imperative for car dealerships to identify new revenue streams.
The electric vehicles (EV) revolution and new agency retail models are said to be placing up to 70% of existing dealership profit at risk in the next decade.
In the latest instalment of AM's ‘Eight Questions to…’ series of industry profiles JCT600 group property director Mark Taylor gives an insight into the tough decisions needed to help “future-proof” car retail.
Car dealership sites are set to undergo a major transformation over the next decade.
Car dealerships in England were allowed to reopen on June 1 as the Government eased its lockdown, but ‘business as usual’ may be a long way off, reports Debbie Kirlew
Property is a crucial part of the motor retailer’s portfolio, but how do dealers pay for it?
Economies of scale offered by ditching the single brand site have increasing appeal when the going gets tough on sales
Recruiting employees of different genders, ages and backgrounds will broaden the skills and experience your business depends upon to prosper.
A sandwich shop, a leasing company, a beauty salon, and a property business are just four ways dealers have created revenue streams and boosted footfall.
All manufacturers claim to ‘think green’ – but do their dealerships really build that mindset into their day-to-day operations?
