Since Kia UK boss Paul Philpott was appointed in February 2007, he has wanted to address two main concerns: Are new car sales growing and are dealers making enough profit?
Ford has seen sales of its sub 120g/km vehicles rise by 38% year-on-year and it expects to end the year on around 40,000 cars, 15% of its UK total.
Former JCT600 director takes over Hull dealership.
Low investment levels for newcomers as carmaker aims for 100 outlets.
Lexus is a good long-term profit prospect for retailers, but the carmaker and its network needs to work together in the next couple of years to ensure good viability, according to its new GB director.
Roelant De Waard, Ford of Britain boss, is expecting to sell 104,000 of the new Fiesta next year, up from 102,870 in 2007.
A car valet company has been slammed by the advertising watchdog for a leaflet which resembled a parking ticket.
A Passat Highline direct mail advert, which had numerous complaints for being offensive to those undergoing medical diagnosis, has been thrown out by the advertising watchdog.
Technicians will be able to take an online test in order to qualify for the heats of the 2009 Top Technician competition from October 1.
Yorkshire-based Barkers Motor Group has undergone a management buy-in involving two former executives of Dixon Motors.
Up to 20 repair specialists to complement 20 dealers.
Ferrari has given notice of termination to its UK dealers ahead of the expiry of Block Exemption in 2010.
SKF, the automotive parts manufacturer, has acquired Italian driveshaft and velocity joint manufacturer GLO for an undisclosed sum.
Isuzu UK has added another dealership to its network with Barry Curran Motors on the Isle of Man.
Almost 30% of small to medium businesses (SME) were refused applications for funding from banks, according to the latest survey from Cambridge University's Centre for Business Research.
Directors of companies could have to disclose any significant doubts over whether the business really is a going concern under new rules.
Land Rover's assembly plant at Solihull will cut production by one day a week due to slowing sales.
A Prodrive organised Subaru Impreza drive event has beaten two world records in tribute to the late Colin McRae.
4x4 owners have a new enemy – thieves who slip underneath the car’s chassis and saw off its catalytic converter.
Seat will be unveiling Cupra and Ecomotive versions of its new Ibiza at the Paris Motor Show on October 2.
Vision and motivation is vital for future success, the AM People Skills Conference looks at how to address the need for skills and high-quality leadership.
Stephen Odell, currently chief operating officer of Ford’s European operations, is to replace Fredrik Arp as the president and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.
Manheim Auctions has won the fleet contract for Carillion, the UK construction support service company.
Audi’s refreshed A3 Cabriolet range can now be specified with Volkswagen Group’s park assist, the automatic parallel parking system.
Jemca has signed a three-year contract with HPI to provide services to its six Toyota and three Lexus sites in the south east.
Yorkshire dealer group JCT600 is selling its Almondbury BMW dealership in Huddersfield.
Renault Retail Group has been forced to abandon plans to redevelop its flagship London West site due to the current economic downturn.
Toyota will be unveiling its third generation Avensis, as well as production versions of its iQ city car and Urban Cruiser at the Paris Motor Show next month.
Police have raided the Kilmarnock showroom of used prestige car dealer Robert Wyper Ltd.
Three men have been found guilty of murdering Yorkshire used car dealer Edward Simpson.
