In October demand for new commercial vehicles was down by 9.4% in the EU, compared to October last year, amounting to 147,211 units.
A series of "carscapes" or motoring-related sites, including the birthplace of the Morris Oxford car, have been given listed building status by the Government.
The Hungarian Government and Magyar Suzuki Corporation have signed a strategic partnership agreement, establishing the framework for further expansion of MSC’s manufacturing and developing activities in Hungary.
Motor Codes has compiled a report on customer satisfaction with car dealers and service centres across the UK.
A recent survey by The Association of British Insurers (ABI) reveals that more than three in four people believe there should be restrictions on young drivers after they pass their test.
SMA Vehicle Remarketing has announced growth of their own transport fleet with the addition of 20 new road transporters, to ensure timely distribution of vehicles to dealers across the UK.
MotorTrade, Arval’s international e-commerce platform for used car sales exceeded the 200,000 mark at the end of September 2012.
ONE of Northern Scotland's largest independent groups has added Dacia and SsangYong to its franchise lists.
Land Rover's success with its latest models may lead to pressure on its used car operations in future.
General Motors has agreed to buy the rest of Ally Financial international auto-finance businesses, including operations in Europe, in a deal with proceeds of $4.2 billion.
This week has seen the first ever conviction of an owner of a mileage correction firm following a recent OFT investigation.
Honda corporate sales team has secured the first fleet deal for the new 1.6-litre diesel Civic.
Kwik-Fit is targeting company car drivers with a new vehicle health check service conducted at their workplace.
Lifestyle Ford has shown off its newly refurbished dealership on Brighton Road in Redhill to local students keen on a career in the motor trade.
Jaguar is presenting the new F-Type as a return to its heartland.
Service plans have been a way for dealers to keep hold of price sensitive customers and fight off independent garages for post warranty customers.
Dealers struggling to arrange funding for day-to-day operations, or to expand, should consider switching from high street banks to a manufacturer’s captive equivalent.
AM and Razsor have joined forces to create a new digital conference at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on February 13, 2013 which will help dealers plan ahead with the latest technological developments happening in the industry.
The RMI is urging dealers to shop around for the best deal on funding.
British Car Auctions (BCA), has released new data showing that 4x4 values rose sharply in October, climbing by 16% as the first signs of winter appeared.
The average UK dealer made a £50,000 profit in September with return on sales sitting at 1.3%.
Kia’s global vice-chairman and CEO Hyoung-Keun Lee has added further weight to the rumour that UK dealers can expect a rear-wheel drive coupe soon.
Honda UK has secured a fleet deal on the strength of its new 1.6-litre diesel engine with 18 cars ordered for Essex-based design and publicity agency The Co’dair Group.
CAP Monitor believe Skoda’s move to launch a small saloon in the UK with its new Rapid is a successful tactical move by the brand to exploit a growing appetite for basic, well-engineered value for money cars.
Marketing Delivery reports that a well-managed Facebook page will reach an average of 272% of the fan base of people who have ‘liked’ it.
Mazda is relaunching its Approved Used Car (AUC) scheme to offer customers a choice of three additional forms of cover to complement the original 12 months warranty package.
Alex Wright has purchased the freehold of the site home to his Shoreham Vehicle Auctions business, committing his business to the Lancing area for the long term.
Ford has been recognised in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list for the second year running.
Tim Marlow, owner of luxury broker Bridford Financial Solutions, has joined the board of DSG Financial Services as director and shareholder with immediate effect.
HPI has launched Spec Check in response to the challenges of valuing new stock can be challenging, especially if a vehicle has a number of factory fitted options on it that could influence the price.
