Alan Feldberg

Exports drive upturn in CV production

The SMMT has reported that UK commercial vehicle (CV) production increased 9.8 per cent in November, with 8,768 units manufactured. Output for overseas markets was up 43.5 per cent, but […]

Car production plummets 16.5% in November

Car production in the UK fell 16.5 per cent in November, with 107,753 units manufactured. This is according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). […]

Groupe Renault recognises top dealers

Groupe Renault UK has recognised its top-performing dealers, with Mitchells, Lowestoft taking the top prize. It was named Gold Award winner in the Dealer of the Year category, with Renault […]

MG introduces winter check service

MG Motor has introduced its first-ever winter check for customers at its dealerships across the country. The new check helps to prepare drivers for harsh winter conditions, improving comfort, safety […]

Car running costs on the creep

The cost of owning and running a car has soared since 2016, according to new research by Vantage Leasing. Its report shows showroom prices have shot up by 12.3%, according […]

EV demand to outstrip battery supply

The Vehicle Licensing Statistics have revealed that the number of electric cars has more than tripled in the third quarter compared to 2018, increasing by 234 per cent. It predicts […]

McLaren welcomes Kiwi interns

Two young engineers from New Zealand have arrived in England to begin an internship established in honour of McLaren’s Kiwi founder, Bruce McLaren. University of Auckland students Elizabeth Grant and […]

Car finance market stable despite October dip

New figures released by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show that new business volumes in the consumer car finance market fell by four per cent in October 2019 compared […]

Technology dominates at IAAF Conference

The IAAF Conference 2019 has highlighted the massive technology-led transformation in the global automotive industry and how every business in the independent aftermarket can take full advantage. Kicking off the […]

UK drivers set for 3.5 billion-mile trip

New figures reveal that Britain’s drivers are set to travel a total of 3.5 billion miles over the Christmas and New Year period visiting family, friends or going on holiday. […]

PSA and FCA confirm 50:50 merger

Groupe PSA and FCA have agreed to merge. They have signed a binding combination agreement providing for a 50/50 merger of their businesses to create the fourth largest global automotive […]