Consumer confidence sinks as UK economic forecast downgraded
Startline Motor Finance has found that consumer confidence among used car buyers has fallen to its lowest level in six months. Its Used Car Tracker revealed that 48% of motorists […]
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Used electric vehicles selling quicker than ICE models
Three-year-old electric vehicles are selling faster than petrol and diesel equivalents, according to new analysis by cap hpi. It found that electric vehicles in the three-year category sold in an […]
Lindleys Autocentres joins Motor Ombudsman’s Repair Code
Nottinghamshire-based Lindleys Autocentres has achieved accreditation to the Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair. Eight of its branches have joined the Chartered Trading Standards Institute […]
IAAF Enrichment Days launch at Delphi Training Academy
IAAF Enrichment Days have been launched to tackle the skills gap in the sector by promoting the automotive aftermarket to schools and colleges. As part of the new initiative, which […]
Average electric vehicle repair costs down in 2024
New research has revealed that average electric vehicle repair costs fell to £3,482 by the end of 2024. The data also found that average MG and BYD repairs were around […]
Vella acquires Wednesbury bodyshop Central Accident Repairs
The Vella Group has acquired First National Vehicles, which trades as Central Accident Repairs in the West Midlands town of Wednesbury. This new location will become The Vella Group’s 18th […]
Auxillis partners with Howden on accident aftercare
Auxillis has formed a partnership with Howden UK&I’s Corporate and Commercial division to provide its claims management service including vehicle replacement and repair services, as well as a full FNOL […]
Drive Motor Retail adds Leapmotor to its portfolio of brands
Drive Motor Retail, a leading car retailer with several bodyshops across the UK, has announced the addition of Leapmotor to its portfolio of brands, marking a significant expansion in its […]
NFDA 2025 Outlook Survey reveals dealership pessimism
The NFDA 2025 Outlook Survey has revealed the level of concern among dealerships, with 71% saying they are pessimistic about the 2025 trading environment. The survey was conducted from 10-24 […]
Seven in 10 van drivers victims of theft
More than seven in 10 van drivers were victims of theft last year, with nearly half of that number targeted more than once in a 12-month period. NFU Mutual surveyed […]
Commercial vehicle sales set new record – BCA
BCA has set a new commercial vehicle sales record, with more than 100,000 LCV units sold in 2024. The company sold more than 10,000 LCVs in October alone. Meanwhile, BCA […]
UK economy critical to increasing used car sales
New research suggests that dealerships believe the greatest boost for used car sales in 2025 would be a stronger UK economy. January’s Startline Used Car Tracker polled 329 consumers and […]