Alan Feldberg

NBRA welcomes government support

The NBRA has welcomed the new plan to support businesses impacted by Covid-19 and affected by local lockdowns in England. Businesses in England required to close due to local lockdowns […]

Fleets reach strategic crossroads

The coronavirus crisis has pushed fleets to a crossroads in strategy, with most deciding between a stick or twist approach when it comes to electrification. According to FleetCheck, fleets are […]

Industry unites behind ‘no-deal’ warning

The European automotive industry has jointly urged the UK and EU to agree a free trade agreement or risk about €110bn in lost trade in the next five years. Industry […]

Used car volumes rise through August

Used car demand remained strong in August with the average price of a used vehicle sold through BCA more than £8,000 for the third month in a row. Sold volumes […]

Rolls-Royce back to full capacity

Rolls-Royce has announced it has resumed two-shift working at its global centre at Goodwood, with production returning to pre-lockdown levels. Torsten Müller-Ötvös, chief executive officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said: “Returning […]

Japan trade deal a ‘significant milestone’

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has welcomed the announcement of a trade deal between the UK and Japan. The UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement was agreed in […]

Fix enters state of Grace

Fix Auto UK has appointed Grace Weddell as its new communications manager. One of her key roles will be to provide the network’s franchisee partners with direct brand and communications […]

NFDA addresses key EV issues

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) EV group has met to discuss regulatory changes, the 2035 ban of the sale of petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles, and CO2 regulations after […]

Industry warned of the rise of fake parts

Covid-19 could result in more counterfeit parts entering the UK automotive market. This is according to a report published by the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). The 120-page Annual IP […]

Transport secretary to address BVRLA members

Transport secretary Grant Shapps will address BVRLA members at the Fleets in Charge event next month. He will recognise the role members have played in helping the UK towards its […]

Most remarkable market ‘in living memory’

Car buyers have been selecting more expensive models since the end of lockdown in June. According to research from BuyaCar, the trend to splash out more on brands such as […]

Tesla share prices tumble

Tesla’s share price has dropped by a third since the start of the week, with the company losing about a fifth of its value on Tuesday alone. This has partly […]