UK production heading for 1957 levels
UK car production fell 48.2% in June and is on course for the lowest output since 1957. Just 56,594 units were made produced last month, according to figures released by […]
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BVRLA calls for phased approach to 2035 ban
The BVRLA has urged the government to introduce a phased approach to the petrol, diesel and hybrid ban instead of banning all sales on a single day. This is in […]
Rates relief extended in Northern Ireland
Larger forecourts in Northern Ireland will now be eligible for Covid-19 business rates relief after the assembly confirmed the support measures would be extended from shops up to 300sqm to […]
Nissan names new VP
Nissan has named Jordi Vila as divisional vice-president for marketing and sales in Europe. He returns to the region after leading the sales and marketing division in Nissan’s Asia & […]
Used car values continue upward trend
Used car values rose in July for the first time in more than a decade, according to new data from cap hpi. It found that a strong demand and a […]
UK drivers turn away from blind purchases
Three quarters of UK drivers would not buy a car they have not seen in person. This is according to new research by AA Cars. Its Populus poll of more […]
EV sales close on diesel
For every electric vehicle registered in Europe in June just 1.7 diesel models were registered. This is according to data from Jato Dynamics, which found that the global pandemic has […]
Comparison website updates platform
Financial comparison website KnowYourMoney.co.uk has launched its revamped platform for consumers to find car finance products. Around 90% of cars in the UK are bought on finance. Consequently, there is […]
New training pilot takes off
BSG has completed a successful pilot of a new online peer group training programme. Called Smarter Business, the modular programme of online business coaching is delivered in short, regular sessions, […]
FCA announces new commission regulations
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has banned discretionary commission for car retailers and motor finance brokers. The ban will come into force on 28 January, 2021, and is estimated to […]
World-leading R&D site set for Bath
A new £70m research and development centre intended to consolidate the UK’s world leading position in clean vehicle powertrain technology will be developed in Bath. Led by the University of […]
Motor insurance falls to four-year low
The average price for motor insurance is at its lowest level in four years, according to the ABI’s latest Motor Insurance Premium Tracker. It found the average price paid for […]