Polestar UK has abandoned the pure agency model and is giving its retail partners more ability to deal with car buyers at their 'Polestar Space' showrooms.
The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has raised concerns about the feasibility of the UK Government's 2030 Phase Out target for new internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.
The UK car market - as one of the largest in Europe - is set to become a critical battleground for Chinese automotive brands following the EU's new tariffs on Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).
John Tordoff, executive chairman at JCT600, will share his story around leadership development and succession as part of a special strategy session at AM Live.
A serious fire at Day's Motorpark in Gorseinon, Swansea, has destroyed or damaged more than 20 vehicles, including motorhomes, vans, and cars.
Fast-growing Waylands Automotive is poised to climb higher in the AM100 rankings after acquiring its sixth Volvo dealership.
The newest entrant from China into the UK's new car market has started sales after a VIP launch party showcasing the Omoda 5 petrol car and Omoda E5 electric car last night.
Opteven has launched a ‘next-level’ insurance product designed to help car owners get back on the road with a similarly priced vehicle if their car is written off
Dealer Auction saw a significant increase in the listing and sale of used hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) in July as dealer interest in alternative fuel vehicles surged.
Snows SEAT in Poole has received high praise for the "fantastic" service provided to one of its loyal customers, Imali Chislett, who recently acquired a new car through the Motability scheme.
Bumper and Keyloop have advanced their partnership by launching a new phase of integration that now includes all payment types for automotive dealers, along with automatic payment reconciliation.
Start-up Jigcar has completed a £750,000 pre-seed funding round.
The Peter Cooper Motor Group is expanding with Omoda and Jaecoo in Hampshire and West Sussex.
Lex Autolease has reported a staggering drop in pre-tax profits of over £400 million, according to newly-filed accounts.
EMaC has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Chris Strong as the new director of business development.
Vehicle protection specialist Autoglym LifeShine has launched a new suite of digital sales assets aimed at enhancing dealer revenue performance.
UK car production saw a significant drop of 14.4% in July 2024, with a total of 65,478 vehicles leaving factory lines, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Hyundai plans to double its range of hybrid vehicles as the demand for all-electric vehicles (EVs) shows signs of slowing.
Michael Lohscheller is to take over as Polestar’s new CEO from October.
Vauxhall has launched the all-new Frontera, offering both fully electric and hybrid versions at the same starting price of £23,495 OTR.
Motors has strengthened its multisite advertising service by adding Parkers to its network of partner websites.
Strong wholesale demand supported used car values in August as the average value movement fell by just 0.6% at the three-year age point, according to experts at Cap HPI.
Online platform Carwow has launched a new annual ‘Top Rated’ accreditation to recognise retailer partners who consistently deliver exceptional customer service and performance.
All-electric Chinese brand GWM Ora has become the latest manufacturer to gain accreditation under the Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars.
Family-owned car dealership network Holdcroft Motor Group, saw turnover surpassing the £750m mark in spite of facing substantial challenges that impacted overall profitability.
Swansway Motor Group unveiled their newest dealership in style with a spectacular launch event at BYD Crewe.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled a newly restructured executive team in a bid to meet the future challenges and opportunities within the sector.
As the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) approaches the one-year anniversary of its expansion, new research by PEUGEOT UK reveals that Low Emission Zones, Clean Air Zones, and Zero Emission Zones across the UK have collectively generated over £1 billion in fees and fines since April 2019.
Millennials are the most frequent users of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services to manage car repair, servicing, and MoT expenses, according to fintech payment specialist Bumper.
Car makers may need to take active measures to stabilise supply chains as they transition from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs),
