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 […]
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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 […]
BYD fastest selling brand with 658% UK growth
BYD was the fastest selling car brand in the UK last year as it saw sales volumes surge by 658% during 2024. The Chinese brand – Build Your Dreams – […]
A1 ADAS continues growth with BS10125 accreditation
A1 ADAS Group, a leading provider of ADAS and diagnostic products and services, has been highly commended for achieving the BS10125 Vehicle Damage Repair Kitemark. The BSI Kitemark, a symbol […]
Commercial vehicle production hits 16-year high in 2024
UK commercial vehicle production grew by four per cent in 2024 to reach its highest level in 16 years. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, 125,649 vans, […]
Chinese car brands gain influence as EV sales wane
A new report by Jato Dynamics has revealed that the European new car market grew by 0.9% to 12,909,741 units last year, driven by sales from Chinese car brands. However, […]