Staff in the retail motor sector could see a series of pay increases over the next two years, thanks to upcoming changes in the national minimum wage announced today, according to the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI).
MG Rover may have to lay off up to 2,000 workers at its Birmingham factory if China's largest automaker agrees to a buyout deal, the Financial Times reports.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation has told independent garages that they ‘must have diagnostic equipment that allows them to service multiple marques’ at the AM Aftermarket Conference today.
Kayaba UK has opened an additional aftermarket warehouse facility next to its head office in Warrington.
Universal Salvage plc has appointed Avril Palmer-Baunack as its new managing director from March 1.
Skoda Auto will introduce the ‘Yeti design study’ at next week’s Geneva Motor Show.
Kia Motors UK has moved to reassure its network it will not drop long-standing dealers in favour of plcs as long as they are willing to expand to ensure its growth ambitions remain on track.
Twelve months after taking over the ChryslerJeep franchise for the Highlands and Islands the John R Weir Group is building sales following a slow start.
East Anglian dealer group Busseys has added another Ford dealership to its existing five retail outlets with the acquisition of a showroom in Attleborough, Norfolk.
The motor industry has welcomed a labelling system which will clearly indicate a vehicle’s efficiency to consumers.
The UK could become Saab’s second-biggest market after the USA by the end of this year, pushing its home market of Sweden into third place, according to Saab GB managing director, Jonathan Nash.
Citroen is offering up to £4,000 cash-back on selected commercial vehicles until March 31.
EMG Holdings, the Ford-based group with 10 dealerships across East Anglia, plans to sign up with more manufacturers after opening Mazda and Kia dealerships in Kings Lynn, Norfolk.
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New car buyers are being warned of alleged unscrupulous tactics being used by car manufacturers and franchise dealers to avoid block exemption regulations.
Audi has posted a 4.7% gain on revenue to reach €24.5bn (£17bn) in 2004.
PSA Peugeot Citroen has announced that net profit fell in 2004 due to fierce competition in Europe. But the carmaker said it would continue renewing models to attract buyers.
The European Parliament gave its backing for an EU driving licence to be introduced within 20 years, in a vote.
Tony Locke has been appointed as general manager of the aftermarket supplier Quinton Hazell.
Patterson has announced its annual results, with vehicle sales up 3% on 2003.
New research published today suggests that 75% of motorists opt for cars with a powerful hi-fi system or a metallic finish when considering the resale value.
The Automotive Academy has welcomed the announcement of a new vocational qualification structure for 14-19 year olds, and a renewed commitment to boosting basic skills.
The AA and IBM have announced the signing of a seven-year IT services contract.
Aftermarket IT service provider, eparts Automotive, has appointed Mark Rudge as its new managing director.
Edinburgh city councillors say they are prepared to carry out their threat to close down streets that fail to meet strict air-quality targets.
Try and spot you and your colleagues in this photo gallery from the AM Awards at the ICC, Birmingham.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation says the March plate change, available from Tuesday, should see a car sales lift for spring.
Fiat is to stop making six-cylinder petrol engines for its Alfa Romeo subsidiary, unions at the carmaker have said.
Former Rolls-Royce boss Karl-Heinz Kalbfell has been appointed to run the partnership of Fiat’s newly grouped sports brands, Alfa Romeo and Maserati.
