Simon Wait

Franchised dealers see aftersales rise

According to new data, the average UK dealership experienced a boost in workshop business during September. Figures obtained from autoVHC, an electronic vehicle health check provider, revealed that in the […]

Leaseplan commits to next generation

LeasePlan has launched a major new global campaign, highlighting its commitment to offering ‘What’s next in mobility’ and an ‘Any car, Anytime, Anywhere’ service to its customers. Featuring Top Gear […]

Uninsured seizures on the rise

The number of uninsured vehicles seized in Wales has more than doubled in three years. Dyfed-Powys, South and North Wales Police seized 4,831 in 2016 compared to 3,137 in 2013. […]

Baidu sets autonomous timeline

Chinese internet giants Baidu says it will release level three autonomous vehicles for the mass market by 2019. It already has tech partnership with NVIDIA, and is now partnering Chinese […]

PSA set to cut Ellesmere jobs

PSA is to cut around 400 jobs at Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port by the end of the year to improve the production facility’s competitiveness. According to PSA, the job cuts – […]

FCA makes safety recall

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has recalled 470,000 vehicles worldwide to replace a component that may inhibit deployment of the vehicles’ active head restraints in the event of an accident. Reuters […]

Goole power adds to Fix Auto strength

Fix Auto UK has increased its presence on the east coast of England, with AK Bodyshop Ltd joining the network as Fix Auto Goole. The bodyshop is owned and managed […]

Virgin invest in Hyperloop One

The Virgin investment group has taken an undisclosed stake in Hyperloop One’s pod-based transport system, according to BBC reports. Virgin’s founder, Sir Richard Branson, is joining the Los Angeles-based firm’s […]

Mediaworks highlights digital leaders

A white paper by digital marketing agency Mediaworks has analysed the digital performance of key automotive brands across a range of market areas over a six-month period. Leading the way […]

Shared mobility study delivers staggering results

A new study has found that replacing private car traffic with new shared mobility services in urban areas dramatically reduces the number of cars needed, significantly cuts CO2 emissions and […]

A Hero came along

The Mercedes Benz Vito has been named as Glass’s Used Commercial Hero for October. Each month, Glass’s Commercial Vehicle editors hold a meeting to name the current Used Van Hero […]

Fleetline named ‘Business of the Year’

Fleetline Coachworks has been crowned ‘Business of the Year’ at the Croydon Business Excellence Awards 2017. Mark Boret, managing director, was presented with the trophy in front of a crowd […]