The UK automotive industry is faced with the most significant period of disruption in its history.
The motor retail industry needs to rethink customer service if it is to reach the levels consumers now appreciate from the world’s online giants, Capgemini's Cars Online study finds
Amid news of a 10% UK showroom sales decrease since 2010, a Servicing Stop survey has revealed 64% of motorists are likely to buy their new or used car online.
Cooper Solutions has invested in “technical expertise” by appointing Gayan Thilakarathna as software developer.
Manufacturers are being urged to “learn from past mistakes” in order to capitalise on the anticipated surge of EV sales.
The Financial Conduct Authority has re-stated its intention to focus on transparency, affordability and car dealers' comission arrangements in its Business Plan 2018/19 as an investigation continues into the motor finance sector.
Mercedes-Benz Cars UK has taken to YouTube and television to promote its Approved Used Cars offering in a ‘Perfect Match’ multi-media advertising campaign.
Web micro-sites could be an answer to the consumer’s desire for a slick, tailored experience from dealers. Autoweb Design will reveal more at AM Digitech 2018.
Alex F Noble & Son has funded a five-month scholarship to equip aspiring automotive engineer Jessica O’Leary with the skills to work on a new generation of electric vehicles.
Dekra Automotive has appointed former Inchcape sales director Jonathan Stevens as its new head of sales.
Decline in overall enquiries reflects struggle to replicate record Q1 in 2017, but online enquiries for new and used cars buck the trend, Dealerweb reveals.
Manufacturers offering double-digit new car discounts cause What Car to believe we are “truly in a buyers market”.
Volvo Cars Poole and its approved bodyshop partner Poole Accident Repair have taken the top accolade at the first Volvo Bodyshop & Retailer High Achiever Recognition Awards.
Consumers typically pay 68% more on the advertised price of a car when using finance compared to those paying outright, according to Auto Trader.
The used car market performed surprisingly well during March despite the best efforts of the continued bad weather to disrupt it.
Car buyers are being advised to choose pre-registered diesel cars to avoid an increase in the tax that has seen the price of some of the most popular models in the market go up by more than £300.
Mercedes-Benz Cars UK has appointed Rachael Thompson as sales director and Krishan Bodhani has been promoted to used cars and remarketing director.
Ford has announced the launch of its "first" sales channel for trade parts,‘Parts Plus’, aimed at independent repairers.
A Mini plant worker who tried to sue BMW for £1million in damages has been caught “faking it” and now faces more than £100,000 in court costs.
New drivers are spending an average of £4,627 on their first car, with the Ford Ka the most popular model.
Three young people have been recruited by JCT600 having completed its four-week Get Into Automotive placement scheme, in partnership with the Prince’s Trust.
March new car registrations fell 15.7% year-on-year, with diesels suffering a 37.2% fall. The result was described as not unexpected
Vertu Motors chief executive Robert Forrester writes for AM about the influence dealers' websites and sales executives still have on consumers.
PSA’s investment in Luton is a “deserving tribute to dedicated workforce”, but today's announcement has led to calls for an end to Ellesmere Port's uncertain future.
The MFG Group has appointed Pita Marroni as head of sales and performance.
IVendi has invested more than £3m in a tracking tool, “event store” which will provide a full audit and log of consumer actions online.
AM100 dealer groups supplying Lex Autolease are rolling out the installation of new software to handle all its vehicle delivery and collection operations.
In a tightening market, it’s time to look at every part of a dealership to understand how every element can support sales.
In keeping with the ‘better where it matters’ UK brand direction, Subaru has appointed four new franchisees across its dealer network.
South coast automotive group Hendy will open a Car Store used car showroom in Ferndown, Dorset, next year.
