Vauxhall has confirmed another of its dealers, Approach UK, which has two dealerships, has gone into administration.
The Co-Operative Motor Group has confirmed it is looking to reduce its network of 11 down to six locations.
MG has launched its first approved used car programme which includes a 130 point check on every car.
Stevens, the two-site Vauxhall, Network Q and Chevrolet dealer in west Sussex has gone into administration after attempts to find a buyer failed.
Citroen has revealed the first images of its DS3 Cabrio soft top which will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show towards the end of September.
Experian, the global information services company, has launched the latest version of AutoCheck, its automotive provenance check tool, after collaborating with dealers over the changes for the last seven months.
Ex-Wayside director John Caney has started up a new business called Endeavour Automotive which has acquired Hyundai’s owned London site on Edgware Road in Hendon for an undisclosed sum.
Residual value company CAP is calling for transparency over registration figures as it believes up to one in three new car sales has been self-registered by dealers.
Infiniti has unveiled what it calls a “production intent” all-electric concept called the LE which will debut at the Paris Motor Show towards the end of next month.
Vertu Motors' Bristol Street Motors has been named the winner of this year’s best dealer group at the national Motability supplier awards.
Automotive eCRM specialist Marketing Delivery is advising dealers that having a Facebook page is now just as important as having a website.
HPI has appointed Phil Peace to the new role of commercial operations director.
A new survey by Motors.co.uk shows that less than 34% of owners intend to remain loyal to their existing brand for their next car purchase.
Further network expansion for Isuzu UK as it appoints Shukers Limited of Bayston Hill, near Shrewsbury.
The new Volvo V40 has become the highest scoring model in its segment in the latest EuroNCAP safety tests. It is one of five models scoring the maximum five stars in the latest results.
The all-new Mazda6 has been unveiled at the 2012 Moscow Motor Show. As the flagship model of a new generation of vehicles, it is intended to build on the success of the CX-5.
Infiniti is launching a special limited edition of its M35h hybrid executive saloon, aimed at the fleet market.
Complaints about used cars bought from independents topped the new Citizens Advice helpline which launched in April this year.
Dealer opinion on whether the Government should re-introduce a scrappage scheme to the UK.
Robert Forrester, Vertu Motors chief executive, has highlighted the importance of the motor retail industry to the UK ahead of the plate-change which starts on Saturday.
Alfa Romeo is offering 0% finance on its Giulietta for the plate-change month of September.
Hyundai dealers will get Veloster Turbo coupe models next month when it hits roads on September 24.
HR Owen will rebrand its business next month in order to “reflect changes within the group”.
Seat has added an automatic transmission to its Mii city car range in time for the September plate-change.
Subaru UK says it has lined up some ‘super competitive deals and customer incentives’ to coincide with the introduction of the new 62 plate this September.
Land Rover has given the Freelander a premium overhaul, promising better comfort, convenience and driving enjoyment.
As more and more franchised dealers opt to retail vehicles outside the brands they represent, valuable lessons can be gleamed from the independent sector.
MG has added Charles Warner in Lincoln as its latest addition to its dealer network. It’s the fifth new MG dealership to open this year.
UK motorists are looking to cut down on fuel costs by changing their driving habits, but only 8% are willing to trade in their car for one that is more economical.
The used car market will continue to gain in importance to franchised dealers operations over the next three to four years as it continues to take precedence over new.
