10:25 am, October 26, 2026
The latest issue of Car Dealer Magazine is out now and there’s a familiar face making a long-awaited return!
Issue 224 sees the comeback of our much-loved columnist Big Mike, who has been missing from the magazine’s pages since December 2024.
After almost two years away, the motor trade’s outspoken veteran is back to share his thoughts on life in the car business, with his usual straight-talking approach.
Elsewhere, we take a closer look at Skoda’s new Peaq in our Forecourt section and turn our attention to the Car Dealer Used Car Awards.
We’ve also got James Baggott’s latest views on the biggest issues facing the industry, alongside our usual round-ups of news and developments from across the motor trade.
And, as always, the latest digital edition is completely free to read and download.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect…
Big Mike is back!
He’s been away for a while, but you can’t keep a good car dealer down!
After an absence of almost two years, Big Mike returns to the pages of Car Dealer Magazine with more of his trademark opinions and observations from the sharp end of the motor trade.
Long-time readers will know exactly what to expect from our outspoken columnist, who has never been afraid to say what he thinks about the business of buying and selling cars. It’s great to have him back.
Forecourt: Skoda Peaq
Skoda is preparing to expand its electric line-up with the new Peaq, a large SUV that will sit at the top of the Czech manufacturer’s range.
In this month’s Forecourt section, Jack Evans take a closer look at what the new model has to offer and where it fits into Skoda’s growing electric family.
Used Car Awards
The Car Dealer Used Car Awards are back in the spotlight as the motor trade prepares to celebrate the very best businesses and individuals in the used car industry.
We’ve got the latest on this year’s awards, which recognise outstanding achievements across the sector. For the shortlist, click here.
James’s views on the news
Car Dealer editor-in-chief James Baggott continues to cast his eye over the biggest issues facing the automotive retail industry.
His regular Substack briefing offers analysis and opinion on the stories that matter to the motor trade, and we’ve brought together some of his latest thoughts in the new magazine.
You can also subscribe to his weekly briefing on Substack.
Round-ups
Our News Digest brings together some of the biggest stories from across the automotive industry, with links to the full articles for anyone wanting to find out more.
We’ve also got our regular look at what car manufacturers have been up to, keeping you informed about the latest developments across the sector.
Also inside…
We have the latest news in the world of finance, highlights from our Car Dealer Live videos and podcasts, and updates on our fleet of long-termers.
This is just a taste of what’s in issue 224 of Car Dealer – which you can read and download for free via Issuu.
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