Northern Ireland’s largest car retailers are calling on the region’s authorities to accelerate their efforts to reverse the MOT backlog which they say is impacting public and business confidence amid concerns about road safety.
Manufacturers struggled to hit October new car sales as they scrambled to comply with the recent Court of Appeal ruling on the duty of car finance providers to disclose detailed commission arrangements and secure clear consent from the car buyer, according to industry insiders.
Howards Motor Group has been named the number one UK automotive retailer in the 2024 Reputation League.
RRG Toyota Bury’s Daryl Chadwick has reached a groundbreaking achievement in selling over 8,000 vehicles in his 31-year tenure.
LSH Auto is set to welcome three Australian apprentices for a week-long cultural and career development experience.
Cumbrian AM100 car retailer Lloyd Motor Group has expanded its footprint in the North East with the acquisition of Stratstone Tyneside BMW & Mini.
The motor finance industry is urgently calling for a pause on regulatory action and court cases over motor finance commission.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Budget represents a significant shift in fiscal policy, addressing the UK’s considerable funding gap with £40 billion in new tax rises alongside targeted spending cuts.
Family-owned Hendy Group is set to launch its new Apprentice Ambassador programme, designed to inspire more individuals to pursue careers in the automotive industry.
US retail giant Group 1 Automotive remains on the acquisition trail following its £346 million deal to acquire Inchcape's dealerships in the UK.
Vertu Motors has announced it is expecting to pay £12.5 million for an AM100 car dealer group which almost doubles its partnership with Toyota.
Hendy Group has launched "Hendy Buy Any Car," a car-buying service aimed at providing a straightforward, user-friendly platform for people across southern England to sell their used vehicles at a fair market value.
The Steven Eagell Group teamed with Milton Keynes College to host a week-long work experience event for female students, aiming to inspire them to consider careers in the automotive industry.
Family-run dealership Dick Lovett has revealed plans for a new, purpose-built dealership near Junction 16 of the M4.
Drive Motor Retail is to open a new MG dealership in Leamington Spa, marking a significant expansion of its presence in the area.
Holden Kia Norwich is poised for a major upgrade as part of Kia’s latest brand evolution, with work beginning in mid-November ahead of the showroom reopening in February.
Independent retailer Motorpoint plans to open its 21st retail store in Norwich by the end of the year, furthering the brand’s expansion in East Anglia.
Aston Martin Works is set to bring to market one of the most significant collections of Aston Martin Zagato models.
Arbury Motor Group has donated a further £8,305 to local charity The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust which it is has supported since 2023.
Nearly all RAC Dealer Network customers would recommend their retailer, a recent survey conducted by JudgeService.
