Manufacturer insight
‘Heart-pumping’ Toyota GR ad banned after complaints from green campaigners
A national newspaper advert aiming to showcase the “heart-pumping” excitement of Toyota’s GR Series of performance cars has been banned following a complaint to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) by green campaigners.
New Prime Minister must support UK car manufacturing sector, says SMMT
The new Prime Minister will put jobs and economic growth at risk unless fast, focussed action is taken to mitigate against soaring costs in the manufacturing sector, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has said.
Lexus enters Motability scheme with aim to grow sales to disabled people
Premium brand Lexus has joined the UK's Motability Scheme and is offering its self-charging hybrid UX 250h F Sport Design initially to scheme members, who receive a mobility allowance through the Department of Work and Pensions to help them with disabilities and mobility issues.
‘Seismic’ High Court judgment leaves franchised car dealers vulnerable to 7-day termination
A ‘seismic’ High Court ruling over a landmark case involving RCI Financial Services and Mackie Motors has paved the way for a seven-day termination period for franchised car retailers, it has been claimed.