Alan Feldberg

IMI announces awards shortlist

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled the shortlist for this year’s IMI Awards. The awards recognise pupils, professionals and organisations who are promoting the industry and showcasing […]

Fix Auto Basingstoke opens dedicated LCV site

Fix Auto Basingstoke has opened a second site which is dedicated to repairing vans, LCVs and motorhomes. Work to transform the new 15,000 sqft repair centre, which features two oversized […]

OMODA signs Motor Ombudsman Code of Practice

The Motor Ombudsman has announced that OMODA has gained accreditation to its long-established Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars. The vehicle manufacturer, which […]

Grey fleet on the rise

Grey remained the colour of choice for car buyers for the sixth year in a row, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Boasting a market share […]

Dealers predict EV decline

A new survey has revealed that just over a quarter of dealers expect EV sales to be better in 2024 than 2023. According to a survey carried out by the […]

Activate Group announces Elysian Capital investment

Activate Group has secured a major investment deal with Elysian Capital to fuel its ambitious growth plans, which includes four new repair centres this year. The leading private equity firm […]

WAN seeks mentors to tackle gender gap

Applications for Women Automotive Network’s mentorship programme is imminent, with anyone looking to either become a mentor or mentee encouraged to sign up before 24 January. The Women Automotive Network’s […]

LKQ boss predicts EV acceleration

The chief executive of LKQ UK & Ireland Kevan Wooden has predicted that that electric vehicle (EV) transition will accelerate over the next year. He expects more independent garages to […]

Retailers leaving £31m on the forecourt

Data from Auto Trader has suggested that retailers are missing out on a potential £31m in profit due to under-pricing. It found that across 8,000 retailers, about 47,500 cars are […]

VW ID.7 wins What Car? Safety Award

Volkswagen’s ID.7 has been named winner of the 2024 What Car? Safety Award. It topped a five-car shortlist based on its five-star Euro NCAP test scores. Judges assesses models on […]

TrustFord unveils Carlisle site

TrustFord has cut the ribbon of its new dealership in Carlisle following an investment of £500,000. The dealership includes new and used car, used commercial vehicle and motability vehicle sales, […]