Blackrock increasing its shareholding in listed dealer group Vertu Motors is a ‘sign of confidence’
Institutional investor Blackrock has increased its shareholding in listed dealer group Vertu Motors to more than five per cent. In...
Read morePeugeot unveils new logo for digital future and hopes to roll it out at dealerships by 2023
Peugeot has revealed its new logo and brand identity, which the firm hopes will be used in dealerships by the...
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Used cars poised for ‘stronger-than-expected’ year of sales
This year could well see stronger-than-expected sales of used cars, a motor finance specialist is predicting. Near-prime firm Startline Motor...
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First Drive: Ford releases its electric Mustang Mach-E SUV into the wild
The Mach-E is Ford's all-electric, Mustang-inspired SUV. Will this new model be the silver bullet to the brand is looking...
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Aston Martin retail sales fell 32 per cent as manufacturer clocks up substantial losses in 2020
Car manufacturer Aston Martin saw sales slump by 32 per cent last year – despite the introduction of the new...
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Inchcape swings to a £128m loss as it looks to offload more car dealerships and focus on distribution
Global car distribution and dealership owner Inchcape has revealed profits tumbled in 2020 as the pandemic bit. Inchcape – which...
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Epyx overhauls and relaunches used vehicles platform for dealers
Automotive e-commerce specialist Epyx has totally redesigned its core used vehicles platform and launched it as 1link Trade Buyer. It...
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Seat and Cupra dealer in Cumbria submits planning application to expand existing site
The oldest Seat dealer in the UK has submitted a planning application to build a new car showroom, expanding its...
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MP calls for brakes to be put on reckless drivers in rental supercars
An MP has called for changes to the way rental supercars are hired out to reduce reckless driving on public...
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Crunch time as decision on future of Vauxhall plant in Ellesmere Port is expected today
An announcement about the future of Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port factory is expected to be made today (Feb 25). Talks to...
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Volvo and Geely Auto to cosy up further over tech but aren’t going to merge
Volvo and Geely Auto are to expand their tech-sharing partnership – but a total merger is off the table. The...
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Demand for used cars almost three times higher in January 2021 than in Lockdown 1
Used cars searches have soared higher than pre-pandemic levels despite the lockdown, according to AA Cars. The used car website...
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Feb 25 round-up: Stay at home plea; Exams grading plan; New Cupra Leon; Heathrow’s dire warning
Here are the headlines on Thursday, February 25 Ministers launch new ‘stay at home’ drive The Government has launched a...
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Man detained with keys to ‘high-value’ cars after Mercedes-Benz showroom break-in
A man arrested after being seen acting suspiciously in the forecourt of a Mercedes-Benz showroom was found to have keys...
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They’ve been doing it for Ben! TrustFord staff and supply partners raise £55,000 in virtual challenge
Hundreds of TrustFord staff and their supply partners have raised £55,000 after rising to a Breakout for Ben virtual challenge....
Read moreHyundai reveals retro cool Ioniq 5 electric crossover
Hyundai has pulled the covers off its new Ioniq 5 - a bold-looking electric crossover which becomes the first model...
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Used LCV values at record levels in January, says BCA
Values of used light commercial vehicles (LCVs) reached record levels for the third month running in January, according to BCA....
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Dealers in Scotland ‘disappointed’ as they’re left waiting and hoping over solo test drives
Dealers in Scotland have been left frustrated after their government said it would ‘give…serious consideration’ to allowing unaccompanied test drives....
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Used car dealers trading at 75 per cent of normal levels suggests strong market bounce back
Car dealers are currently trading at around 75 per cent of normal levels, revealing a strong market bounce back, new...
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Holding service foils the deposit fraudsters and eases stress over disputes
Money transfer fraud is on the increase and deposits for new vehicles can be an easy target for crooks. Disputes...
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Mercedes-Benz lifts the cover off new C-Class models with electrified engines
Mercedes-Benz has taken the covers off its new C-Class – which now boasts electrified engines. It will have four-cylinder petrol...
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How many car dealerships does each manufacturer have in the UK? Car Dealerships Locations List 2021 revealed
The total number of franchised car dealerships in the UK stands at just under 5,000, a new survey by Car...
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Investigation: Meet the hyper-specialist car dealers making their money from weird and wonderful motors
For most dealers, variety is the spice of life. Having an ever-changing flow of different stock on the forecourt is...
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Are car dealers allowed to offer test drives during lockdown 3? Confusion mounts over legality of test drives
There is growing confusion among car dealers as to whether or not they are allowed to offer test drives during...
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Investigation: Why semiconductor crisis could hit new car supply and make March even tougher for car dealers
Car dealers can add the potential of new-model supply disruption due to a shortage of semiconductors to their list of...
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Used cars poised for ‘stronger-than-expected’ year of sales
This year could well see stronger-than-expected sales of used cars, a motor finance specialist is predicting. Near-prime firm Startline Motor...
Read moreDemand for used cars almost three times higher in January 2021 than in Lockdown 1
Used cars searches have soared higher than pre-pandemic levels despite the lockdown, according to AA Cars. The used car website...
Read moreUsed LCV values at record levels in January, says BCA
Values of used light commercial vehicles (LCVs) reached record levels for the third month running in January, according to BCA....
Read moreUsed car dealers trading at 75 per cent of normal levels suggests strong market bounce back
Car dealers are currently trading at around 75 per cent of normal levels, revealing a strong market bounce back, new...
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Motorway poaches marketing director from MoneySuperMarket for new top role
Used cars online marketplace Motorway has appointed Lloyd Page as its first chief marketing officer. He joins it from MoneySuperMarket,...
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Used car supermarket issues plea for help to find stolen Ford Focus STs
A used car dealership has appealed for help in tracing two Ford Focus STs that were stolen over the weekend...
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Former Carshop executive takes charge at new online car dealer Carzam
Former Carshop director Kirk O’Callaghan takes control at online used car start-up Carzam today. After six months of gardening leave...
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Used car prices defy lockdown restrictions to go up for 41st consecutive week
Used car prices went up by 6.5 per cent last week against the same time last year – their 41st...
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Customer complaints have quadrupled to car dealers during lockdown as employee issues rise too
The number of complaints made by customers to car dealers have practically 'quadrupled' according to legal specialists CG Professional. Speaking...
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Car Dealer Live: Carzam’s John Bailey takes stake in electric car advice channel Electrifying.com
Carzam co-founder and former president of Cox Automotive John Bailey has taken a stake in electric car advice channel Electrifying.com....
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Top tips for car dealers preparing for the restart from our expert and Frasers of Falkirk dealer boss
With the date car dealers will be allowed to open their showroom doors again still up in the air, an...
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TrustFord boss: Showrooms are Covid safe and car dealerships should be open – there’s no cohesion, it’s shambolic
It's an understatement to say the coronavirus pandemic has been a headache for dealers over the past 12 months, but...
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Used cars poised for ‘stronger-than-expected’ year of sales
This year could well see stronger-than-expected sales of used cars, a motor finance specialist is predicting. Near-prime firm Startline Motor...
Read moreEpyx overhauls and relaunches used vehicles platform for dealers
Automotive e-commerce specialist Epyx has totally redesigned its core used vehicles platform and launched it as 1link Trade Buyer. It...
Read moreHolding service foils the deposit fraudsters and eases stress over disputes
Money transfer fraud is on the increase and deposits for new vehicles can be an easy target for crooks. Disputes...
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Free delivery offer for dealers proves to be globe-busting – nearly four times over
A free delivery promotion to help dealers has notched up nearly four times the Earth's circumference in miles. Heycar brought...
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CD Auction Group drops listing and sellers’ fees for dealers using Vehicle Tradex platform
CD Auction Group has dropped listing and sellers' fees on its dealer-to-dealer platform. It said the support for dealers using...
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New GardX International and Renault Retail Group partnership to give boost to dealers
GardX International has told of its delight about a new partnership with Renault Retail Group involving vehicle protection and digital...
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Q&A: When will car dealers be open again? Are car dealers non-essential retail? When can I test-drive a car?
It’s official – car dealers in England have to remain physically closed until April 12. They’re not being allowed to...
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17 tips from experts to help car dealers make the most of third lockdown and ensure profits keep rolling in
With car dealers facing a locked down March and showrooms closed until April, searching for opportunities and maximising them right...
Read moreQ&A: Can I buy a new car in lockdown 2021? Can I visit a car dealership? Can I take my car to a garage for repair work?
Buying a car during the third national has meant consumers have needed to change their buying habits but it is...
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Advice: Protecting your business against theft in transit
Transporting vehicles to dealerships can lead to opportunistic vehicle theft if security processes fail. In this article, we explore the...
Read moreBlackrock increasing its shareholding in listed dealer group Vertu Motors is a ‘sign of confidence’
Institutional investor Blackrock has increased its shareholding in listed dealer group Vertu Motors to more than five per cent. In...
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