Volvo Cars has announced a partnership with Google to develop the next generation of its in-car infotainment and connectivity solution based on Android.
Ford is planning to cut its global workforce by 10% in an effort to improve profits.
SsangYong is introducing 48-hour test drives on its Tivoli and Tivoli XLV mid-sized SUVs, with the opportunity to win a car for a year from every participating dealer.
DealTrak has joined forces with finance software specialists Codeweavers to provide a comprehensive range of finance and insurance solutions.
West Way, Nissan's biggest dealer group, is celebrating the graduation of its first apprentices.
Specification and pricing details of the sports Ateca FR range have been published, with Seat’s sports model going on sale from £24,960 on-the-road.
A plug-in ‘website widget’ is being rolled out by iVendi to its 4,500 dealer customers.
SMART repairer Revive! has opened a new franchise in Blackburn.
Peugeot has rolled out a new parts distribution programme which it expects to improve its dealers’ aftersales efficiency.
New business in the point of sale (POS) consumer new car finance market grew 13% by value and 5% by volume in March, compared with the same month in 2016.
A warranty and an MoT with a service top the list of benefits that used car customers want when buying a vehicle, according to new research for the RAC Dealer Network.
Time is running out for dealerships to sign up to the new AM initiative Best UK Dealerships to Work For.
MotoNovo Finance has called on the motor industry to make a stand against what it sees as misleading stories focusing upon dealer finance following coverage of a survey compiled by Confused.com.
Dealers have long been reliant on word of mouth and brand loyalty for sales, and the customer buying experience is a big part of this.
Peugeot is in the process of rolling out business sales training to its entire UK network after setting its sights on increased sales beyond is 70 specialist centres.
Bowker BMW Blackburn has appointed Richard Cowell as general sales manager.
Average used car values at BCA auctions rose above £9,000 for the first time ever as traders continued to bid strongly on a wide range of stock, BCA Pulse reports.
HR Owen is celebrating a very special anniversary as its most famous and celebrated showroom, Jack Barclay Bentley, turns 90 years of age in 2017.
A majority of motorists (53%) would rather trade their car in for a model that can still be serviced by an independent garage, than pay more at a main dealer.
BCA is building its training capacity with the appointment of Richard Allen as dealer trainer.
Independent auction group Aston Barclay has completed a £500,000 project to refurbish its Leeds auction centre.
Lookers has reported 30% growth in used car turnover during a “buoyant” Q1 which saw retail volumes and rising profit across the board.
Diesel drivers are being urged not to panic sell in the light of government plans to tackle dangerous emission levels through a ‘toxin tax’.
FCA Group has appointed former Seat UK head of marketing Andrew Tracey has its brand country manager for Alfa Romeo and Jeep.
Children’s charities across the UK have had their spirits picked-up after being gifted one of a number of ride-on mini Ford Ranger pick-ups by TrustFord.
Used car prices increased year-on-year in April in wholesale and retail markets.
A dealer has avoided jail after admitting at crown court selling dangerous vehicles, including a Mini Cooper welded together from four different models .
Auto Trader is aiming to help dealers attract a bigger finance audience with the introduction of trade adverts featuring an offer-driven finance calculator.
In a bid to counter the mounting negative media coverage around diesel vehicles and usage, HPI is offering diesel drivers free peace of mind with its latest online valuations tool.
