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CV production recovers after August dip

UK commercial vehicle production recorded a modest 1.8% growth in September, up to 7,799 units. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) this growth comes after a […]

EV charge can’t offset production slump

UK car production fell for the third consecutive month in September, dropping 41.5% with 67,169 cars manufactured. This makes it the worst performing September since 1982, according to the latest […]

IMI welcomes Budget’s skills pledge

The Institute of the Motor Industry has welcomed the additional funding for training pledged in yesterday’s Autumn Budget, but has called for further clarity around how the £2.7bn set aside […]

Budget a missed opportunity for EVs

The BVRLA has criticised the government for not doing enough to support the electric vehicle revolution in yesterday’s Autumn Budget. Electric vehicles are a fundamental aspect of the UK’s commitment […]

New data reveals UK’s most dangerous roads

New research has revealed the most dangerous roads, conditions and circumstances for drivers, with London identified as the most likely place for collisions. Local Driving School has analysed data from […]

Bentley announces largest-ever intake

Bentley Motors has announced the company’s biggest-ever intake of trainees for 2022. It will invite 113 new recruits to company’s Crewe headquarters in a phased recruitment. The future talent will […]

New firm set up to unlock Potentuel

Former marketing director of Autotrader and global vehicle data business Solera cap hpi Matt Thompson has launched a new management consultancy to help dealers and OEMs attract and retain talent. […]

Unipart Logistics names new MD

Unipart Logistics has named Ian Truesdale as managing director. He succeeds Frank Burns, who has been named executive vice president, Unipart Group. He said: “I am looking forward to leading […]

School of Thought seeking industry support

School of Thought has announced new funding initiatives as it aims to build on the success it’s had in connecting the industry to new talent since it was established in […]

Government urged to support EV van transition

The government has been urged to develop a support package of incentives to encourage the uptake of zero emission vans. Business leaders and sustainable transport campaigners have written to Chancellor […]