Alan Feldberg

Sales down a third despite BEV growth

The UK new car market declined by 35.5% in February as 28,282 fewer units were registered, according to figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The industry recorded […]

LCV market enjoys February surge

The UK new light commercial vehicle market grew by 22% in the second month of the year, according to the latest figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]

SMMT: Budget doesn’t go far enough

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has said while the Budget supports businesses in some ways, it does not go far enough. Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said: “The budget […]

BVRLA welcomes Budget support

The BVRLA has welcomed industry support as outlined by Chancellor Rishi Sunak in yesterday’s Budget. He announced that the furlough scheme will be extended until September, while business rates relief […]

New research unveils key EV concerns

Battery and price remain the most important factors for car buyers considering switching to electric vehicles. According to research carried out by Venson Automotive Solutions, battery and price closely followed […]

BVRLA calls for industry support

The BVRLA has published a report highlight industry reliance on continued government support. Its report identified three key areas that need continued support: furlough until the end of national restrictions; business […]

Pre-bookable EV charging network on the way

A new partnership will enable drivers of electric vehicle to pre-book access to charge points across the country. YourParkingSpace and EVBox have agreed to work together to roll-out a pre-bookable […]

Volvo confirms 2030 EV goal

Volvo has confirmed plans to become a fully electric car company by 2030. By then, the company intends to sell only fully electric cars and phase out any car in […]

Range broadens with OE-approved oil

LKQ Euro Car Parts has added MPM Engine Oil to its range. This move follows the rollout of MPM Gear Oil across its branch network at the end of last […]

CV Show announces date change

The Commercial Vehicle Show has announced a change in dates. It will now be held from 31 August to 2 September. Murray Ellis, show director, said: “With live business activity […]

Movac announces strategic automotive appointment

Movac Group has appointed Keith Parvin as automotive division director. His role includes aligning the business to meet market needs while expanding the talent pipeline to ensure effective succession planning. […]

Industry Insights acquires Trend Tracker

Industry Insights has acquired Trend Tracker, a company that undertakes comprehensive reporting and analysis for the UK vehicle body repair and motor insurance markets. Since 2003, Trend Tracker has produced […]