AM talks to Ford of Britain managing director and chairman Mark Ovenden.
Skoda UK has appointed Martin Barrow-Starkey as its new head of operations, where he will be responsible for vehicle sales (retailer and fleet).
Used lubricants can make your dealership money
Big data and the internet are changing how companies need to engage consumers. Professor James Intriligator told the AM & AutoTrader Digital Marketing Conference how consumers are not just focused on the cost of things.
UK consumers spend more time browsing websites on mobiles and tablets than on desktop PCs and motor retailers need to ensure their websites are responsive and optimised for a variety of devices, Auto Trader market research director Nick King told delegates at the AM & Auto Trader Digital Marketing Conference.
Online auctions are no longer just used to dispose of vehicles – now they generate revenue, too. AM talks to seven dealers on how they have adapted to internet remarketing
Marketing Delivery has appointed Vernon Martins as its national business development manager.
Auction company Manheim has acquired Shotts Motor Auctions, the Lanarkshire-based remarketing business.
The impending legislation regarding consumer credit agreements and GAP products should be welcomed in the motor retail sector as an opportunity to demonstrate a ‘customer first’ approach to business.
Duncan Movassaghi has been appointed to the role of head of service and parts for Volkswagen Passenger Cars, replacing Stephen Butt who will move next month to Porsche GB as general manager – ownership.
Citroen has launched two new DS3 special editions in time for the March plate change.
Beware car brands creating expectations that dealers cannot deliver
Saab owners are being offered a free replacement bonnet badge as an incentive to take part in a free health check campaign by its authorised repair network.
Chinese-owned manufacturer is expanding its model range and UK dealer network
A candid insight into the work of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars will air on TV next week.
Automotive industry charity BEN is offering an early bird 10% discount for those booking a place at its annual ball before the end of March.
Audi has previewed advanced traffic light recognition technology which could make driving through towns and cities easier.
Rising new car registrations and longer lasting cars combined to push up the UK car parc by more than 436,000 units, according to a new study by The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Ian McMahon is the new audit partner at ASE. Alongside Alison Ness, he will manage the audit and assurance team.
Former mayor of London Ken Livingstone will be the guest speaker at the AM100 dinner this year which will be held on June 12 at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington.
Inchcape Retail UK grew its revenues by 4.1% to £2.183bn in 2013 but trading profit dropped 2.9% to £54.7m.
Former Lookers chief executive Peter Jones has been officially recognised for his outstanding contribution to the growth and success of the group at a ceremony held by the company.
To achieve the highest levels of customer care, employees must be a dealership’s first priority, according to Lifestyle Europe HR manager Helen Farrow.
Citroen’s new C1 will be priced between £8,245 and £11,935 when it goes on sale in the UK in July.
Lookers has acquired Colborne Garages for £33.6 million.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is proposing a number of changes to the way GAP insurance is sold which it hopes will shake up the industry.
Top industry bosses are agreed that the European car market is still some way off where they would like it to be.
Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Volkswagen Group chairman of the board of management, expects the IT and motor industries to come closer together and for manufacturers to collect data about their drivers.
Dealers saw a 25% increase in consumer finance in January 2013 to 89,426 units, according to the latest figures released by the Finance and Leasing Association (FLA).
Sergio Marchionne, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles chief executive, has said the company will reveal a 'complete rethink' of Alfa Romeo brand in May.
