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Chargepoints falls further behind EV uptake

New analysis by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed that the ratio of vehicle chargepoints to plug-in cars deteriorated by 31% during 2020. The research shows that at the end of 2019 there […]

Haymarket launches dedicated E-mobility website

A new website dedicated to e-mobility has been launched by Haymarket Automotive, publishers of What Car? and Autocar. Move Electric is intended to be the go-to destination for anyone looking […]

Insurer and New Technology finalists revealed

The final round of repairer voting has now concluded and, with this year’s bodyshop Awards less than three weeks out, we can announce the eight competitors in the Insurer of […]

GT Exhausts takes digital strides

UK manufacturer of exhausts and emission systems GT Exhausts has embraced electronic trading. It has adopted PACT, which will enable the company to streamline its ordering processes and enhance its […]

LKQ announces further appointments

LKQ Collision & Coatings has announced a raft of senior appointments that will strengthen its relationships with LKQ Euro Car Parts and LKQ Europe. Justin Elliot is now heading up […]

IMI Skills Competition winners announced

The winners of the IMI Skills Competition have been announced, with 24 apprentices selected to take part in the World Skills UK event after a week of competition. More than […]

Lookers announces AX partnership

Motor retailer Lookers has selected AX to offer its customers a seamless accident aftercare solution. The partnership, which has been integrated at 129 Lookers dealership sites and seven bodyshops, will […]

LCV demand remains steady

BCA has reported that the LCV market remained stable for the fifth month in a row during October, with values averaging £9,861. That is £2,104 more than the same month […]

Customer portal developed for dealers

A new technology platform has been launched to help dealers develop long-term relationships with customers. The iConnect portal, delivered by automotive software solutions company Mad Devs, helps connect dealers with […]

Engine production stutters in October

Engine production fell by more than a third in October, with production for both domestic and export markets equally impacted. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders found […]

Used EV demand exceeds petrol

Auto Trader data has revealed that used electric vehicles are selling faster than used petrol vehicles for the first time. Its Fastest Selling Index tracks the potential speed at which […]

Car buyers turn to EVs in record numbers

Electric cars have overtaken petrol vehicles as car buyers’ next intended purchase for the first time. According to Autovia’s unique independent tracker of car-buyers’ intentions, EVs moved into the lead in […]