A Driving Automotive event is being held in London by the National Franchised Dealers Association on December 11 just hours before the industry's greatest annual Christmas party, the Ben Ball.
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.
The National Franchised Dealer Association (NFDA) is once again partnering with Automotive Management Live ahead of the one day show at the NEC on November 13.
Retailers are being urged to strategically use data to avoid unnecessary price corrections as the used car market is proving resilient, with electric vehicles leading in both demand and sales pace.
The government needs to take immediate action to prevent further instability in the used electric vehicle (EV) market which is undermining confidence in the transition to electric cars and driving up the cost of new EVs.
In the second part of AM’s focus on Northern Ireland, NFDA NI spokesman Brian Robinson, franchise director at Belfast-based Agnew Group, discusses the unique challenges the country faces as it transitions to electric vehicles (EV).
June marked a return to growth for new car registrations in the EU. despite first half fluctuations
Three quarters of dealerships are coming under significant pressure from manufacturers to help them meet zero-emissions targets despite demand for electrified cars remaining ‘very weak’.
AM met with Brian Robinson, franchise director at Belfast-based retailer Agnew, to discuss the highly unique challenges facing the dealership community in Northern Ireland.
As the July 4 General Election approaches, AM examined the contrasting visions from the major political parties on transport and environmental policies.
The NFDA is calling on all major political parties to offer ‘robust support’ on key issues for the auto retail sector ahead of the general election on July 4.
Awards were presented to dealers, manufacturers and suppliers at the National Franchised Dealers Association spring ball this weekend.
The body representing UK dealerships has admitted to being disappointed that the Government has largely ignored industry calls to introduce price incentives for buyers of EVs.
EU car registrations dropped 5.2% in March with sales of electric cars dropping 11.3% and petrol and diesel sales also in free fall
The worsening MOT backlog is now having a critical impact on road/vehicle safety not to mention the reputation of Northern Ireland’s dealerships
The SMMT said sluggish private registrations and shrinking EV demand signal the challenge for 2024, despite 10.4% growth overall in March.
Sales of new electric cars held their own during the traditionally slow month of February
Sytner has been rewarded for its engagement during National Apprenticeship Week’s #DMCApprenticeTakeover campaign
Auctioneer Aston Barclay has achieved Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation for its Donington Park site.
News that first MOT tests are to remain at three years from registration has been welcomed by car dealerships.
