Mazda Motors UK has celebrated a 38% average increase in profitability across its UK car dealer network during 2017 - despite falling registrations.
The motor industry lost £2.6 billion in revenue last year as a result of declining car sales, according to analysis by AA Cars.
PSA Group has said that it intends to “rebuild the industrial performance” of Vauxhall’s UK factories in conjunction with the Unite union following a meeting between the two organisations.
Jaguar Land Rover is preparing to scale back production of its Discovery Sport and Evoque models at Halewood manufacturing plant – blaming faltering consumer confidence in the UK.
Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has extended its scrappage scheme with the offer of discounts of up to £5,000 available from new cars bought within its dealer network.
Sytner Group has officially-opened the doors of its new luxury dual franchise Roll-Royce and McLaren Automotive showroom in Wilmslow.
Lookers Mercedes-Benz Kent has been awarded the German premium car manufacturer's Retailer of the Year 2017 award.
Lookers has opened the doors of two Glasgow-based dealerships, following £12m investment.
Desira Group has doubled its representation with the Suzuki franchise following the opening of a new dealership in Norwich.
Infiniti is set to become a luxury electric brand with a range of new vehicles featuring electrified powertrains from 2021.
Bowker Motor Group has secured planning permission for its new 43,000 square-foot Porsche dealership in Preston.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in the UK and Ireland has appointed Arnaud Leclerc as its new managing director after predecessor Ashley Andrew left the business following less than 17 months in-post.
Hendy Group has doubled its number of Suzuki dealerships with the official opening of a second showroom with the Japanese brand in Crawley.
SsangYong UK has announced the appointment of Vanessa Cox as its new PR and key relations manager as it looks to strengthen its fleet business.
WR Davies has opened the doors of its new £3 million Nissan Stafford car dealership at a “landmark” event attended by the Nissan Motor (GB) managing director.
Renault UK has promoted Adam Wood to the role of marketing director, replacing James Boyer.
Lookers has grown its portfolio of Volvo retail sites with the opening of a new dealership in Stockport.
Vauxhall’s incoming managing director Stephen Norman has spoken for the first time of his aim to “dramatically improve the commercial fortunes of the brand”.
Kia’s Sanka De Silva believes customer service can never stand still, that his legacy spurs him on and that planning a family holiday is the best way to relax
Nissan is offering up to £2,000 off a new car after extending its Switch Scheme until the end of March, with 'Switch Support' offered on the All New Micra, Juke, New Qashqai or New X-Trail or a used Leaf.
