Cox Automotive has downgraded its used car sales forecast for 2021 as the lasting impact of COVID-19 and the global semiconductor shortage look set to result in a “market starved of supply" in Q3.
International Motors has completed the acquisition of the Mitsubishi Motors in the UK aftersales franchise operation from the Japanese brand’s long-term importer The Colt Car Company.
Car retailers ramped-up their recruitment demands by 400% ahead of the easing of COVID-19 trading restrictions in July, according to data from MotorVise.
Lookers has marked the opening of its new Chester Kia dealership with a weekend-long customer event.
ITV has shared a trailer revealing a sneak preview of Vertu Motors PLC chief executive Robert Forrester’s starring role in its Undercover Big Boss fly-on-the-wall reality TV series.
A 24-year-old Arnold Clark car salesman who says his job allows him to “have banter all day with customers” is preparing to put his charms to the test on ITV’s Love Island.
The average value of a used light commercial vehicle (LCV) has risen to almost £10,000 at BCA auctions as demand for vans continues to soar.
Performance electric vehicle (EV) brand Polestar has revealed plans to double its retail presence and launch a new out-of-town ‘Destination’ store concept as part of ambitious new growth plans.
Used car buyers are taking longer to research their next vehicle and searching more automotive websites as they focus on achieving the ‘best price’ possible, survey data shows.
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UK motor retailers were celebrated in the 2021 Auto Trader Retailer Awards, with Hills of Woodford, Peter Vardy and Vindis Group among the winners.
Workshops face a testing time in every sense as DVSA’s pandemic-prompted extensions look set to increase MOT test demand by 580,000 more than normal
A van desirability index launched this month by remarketing group Aston Barclay has highlighted intense market demand for used Volkswagen Transporter LCVs.
Thatcham Research has launched a new training programme for automotive businesses, including dealers, that covers key elements of electric vehicles (EVs).
ePower Trucks has expanded its range of electric light commercial vehicles aimed at couriers and urban businesses.
New car subscriptions will help Volvo Cars grow market share in the years ahead as it expands its Care By Volvo service to target business customers.
Strong levels of consumer demand in the market is continuing to drive used car price growth on Auto Trader, according to its latest data.
Dealer group Drive Motor Retail has implemented THREE60’s CRM system to manage its growing number of enquiries.
Aston Martin has launched a new online configurator as part of its Project Horizon brand transformation strategy.
Four in five believe the UK's 2050 decarbonisation of transport goal is achievable, Zemo finds.
Premium SUVs and used sports cars are the most in-demand stock in July across Aston Barclay’s physical and online auction channels.
Haydock Stock Finance, a new division developed by Haydock Finance, have welcomed Andy Poole as its new regional manager.
Transport secretary Grant Shapps has said he is “looking forward to working with dealers” along the transition to zero emission vehicles.
TrustFord chairman and chief executive Stuart Foulds has expressed “pride” in his workforce’s delivery of a £13.6m pre-tax profit in the first half of 2021.
Hawkins Motor Group and Griffin Mill Garages have become the first Nissan franchisees to adopt the Japanese car manufacturer’s new corporate identity at its dealerships.
Volkswagen Group has delivered more than twice as many electric vehicles (EVs) in the first half of 2021 when compared to the previous year.
Used car buyers are paying higher deposits on their motor finance deals to combat rising prices, according to new data from iVendi.
MG Motor UK has appointed former Volkswagen, Hyundai and Nissan franchised car retail specialist Andrew Stewart as its new head of sales.
Almost two thirds of UK car buyers will steer clear of showrooms that have fully embraced July 19’s “freedom day” by ditching their COVID-19 safety measures, a What Car? survey has revealed.
Sytner Group’s CarShop used car supermarket division has promoted its Bristol site’s head of business, Carl Jackson, into the role of regional operations director.
