Car finance market enjoys bouyant autumn – FLA
The Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) has reported a rise in the consumer car finance market, with new business volumes up by four per cent year-on-year in September. Meanwhile, new […]
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New Roadworks Bill proposed to ease traffic congestion
A new Roadworks Bill will come before MPs next summer intended to cut congestion on UK roads by giving councils greater powers to monitor roadworks. The Bill, put forward by […]
Chery sales surge on the back of European expansion
Chinese vehicle manufacturer Chery has reported a 205% increase in electric vehicle sales so far this year. It has sold 403,118 EV units, with growth driven largely by expansion into […]
A quarter of UK van drivers suffer poor mental health
Research from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has found that 24% of UK van drivers have suffered depression or mental health issues this year as a result of work pressures. Published to […]
Demand drives up BCA used car values and volumes
Used car values at BCA reached their second highest level of the year in October. It found that average values were £7,685, which was just £34 down on the average […]
Automotive tech deal to deliver greater data insights
Automotive data provider and finance company Bumper has acquired AutoBI, a specialist in business intelligence solutions for dealerships and OEMs. Telford-based AutoBI delivers industry insights through web-based dashboards that provide […]
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart publishes new ADAS advice
IAM RoadSmart has unveiled new ADAS content to help drivers and fleets better understand the potential road safety benefits of these features. Supported by Hi-Drive, the content aims to highlight […]
Electric vehicle sales drive used car market spike
Used electric vehicle sales soared by 57% between July and September, according to new data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It found that a record […]
NFDA urges swift MOT action in Northern Ireland
The National Franchised Dealers Association Northern Ireland (NFDA-NI) has urged swift action on the MOT backlog with average waiting times for a test up to 72 days. The MOT testing regime […]
Fuel prices in UK remain at three-year low
Fuel prices in the UK remain at a three-year low, according to the latest data from RAC Fuel Watch. It found the average price of petrol is now 135.2p, just […]
The Vella Group announces new repair centre
The Vella Group has announced plans to open its 17th accident repair centre in Penrith, Cumbria. This new 8,000 sqft facility is undergoing significant investment to meet The Vella Group’s […]
Report reveals revenue opportunities for bodyshops
A new report has urged bodyshops to capitalise on electric vehicle repairs and digital tools to increase revenues and maximise profits. The report, published by FixMyCar, is based on data […]
