In the face of changing manufacturer and customer preferences, a question emerges – could the car dealership be at risk of growing a little out of touch?
Dealer group Glyn Hopkin is adding Renault and Dacia to its franchise portfolio for the first time.
Dealers need to pay more attention to how they present finance online, according to finance software company Codeweavers.
Compact cars dominated the best performers in City Auction Group’s fortnightly sale at the end of July
Moneyway Motor Finance has been its balances increase to £152.3m, up 19% on last year, according to its latest financial results.
Kia is currently trialling its new Kia Genius programme with six dealerships across the country taking part – each employing a ‘Kia Genius’
Suzuki is aiming to add a new compact car to its range with a model that fits between the Swift and SX4 S-Cross in its line-up
Mazda is aiming to expand its range of crossover models with a new SUV concept car to be shown at the Frankfurt motor show next month.
Aston Martin will be whetting appetites for future models at Pebble Beach next week with the DBX concept, Lagonda Taraf and Vulcan all appearing.
Motor retailers that invest in digital technology at the expense of people skills run the risk of neither working, says Professor Jim Saker.
The customer journey and experience will be the next competitive battlefield for the industry.
Smartphones have overtaken laptops as the most popular device for getting online, says Ofcom.
Professor Jim Saker shares his thoughts on Arthur Daley and the death of Minder actor George Cole, who played the used car dealer.
Automotive glass repair and replacement provider Auto Windscreens has announced its acquisition of AA AutoWindshields, the AA’s automotive glazing business
Smarter remarketing strategies will be needed by manufacturers and major vendors if they are to be successful in the used car market during 2016.
Figures from the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show the number of new cars bought dealer finance grew by 15% in June
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned a TV ad which 'misled' car owners
EU proposals to outlaw mileage correction companies by May 2018 have received support from UK car dealers.
MG Motor has teamed up with social media students at South and City College, Birmingham, to help boost its online interaction
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened order books for new versions of the Caddy Life, Kombi and Window Van
Audi has unveiled a more potent version of the S8 luxury saloon, with a hogher power output of 605hp
Renault is promoting its Kadjar and Captur SUVs in a partnership with The Big Feastival, run by Jamie Oliver and Alex James
New car registrations saw steady growth in July, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
The focus of the AM Used Car Conference in October will be on driving increased revenue and profitability.
By creating a buzz in the showroom and offering incentives such as discounts, potential customers are more inclined to make a purchase, resulting in greater sales and greater profitability for the dealer.
Perrys Motor Group will tell dealers how its website has so far only made the transition from ‘poor’ to simply ‘average’, despite winning awards.
Barnetts Motor Group is claiming to be the first Mazda dealer in the UK to reveal the new premium-style dealership exterior for the Japanese manufacturer.
Renault dealers were given an insight into the challenges faced when company vehicles are booked into their workshops at a recent event hosted by Fleet Assist.
For the first time in 2015 UK car dealers have show a year-on-year improvement in financial performance.
Marriott Motor Group has acquired Bristo’s in Ipswich, adding Renault, Dacia and Skoda car dealerships.
