Russell Forbes named new Nissan GB fleet director
Nissan GB has announced that Russell Forbes has been appointed its new fleet director. Russell joins Nissan from Santander Leasing, where he was sales director, to support the business move […]
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Ben announces new financial campaign
Automotive charity Ben has launched a new financial campaign to support struggling families. Running across Ben’s channels over the coming weeks, the campaign aims to raise awareness of the support […]
Global Automotive Consumer Study reveals EV reluctance
Just over one in 10 car buyers are planning to go fully electric with their next purchase, according to the latest Global Automotive Consumer Study by Deloitte. It found that just 11% […]
Train to Gain secures Primrose Radar Calibration support
RWC Training has announced that Primrose Radar Calibration has become the second major business to adopt its Train to Gain programme. It has confirmed that 27 Primrose technicians have enrolled […]
Grey remains UK’s most popular car colour
New research has revealed that grey was the most popular car colour in the UK for the eighth year in a row. According to data from the Society of Motor […]
Rise in car loans reveals resilient demand
Automotive lender CarMoney reported an 18% year-on-year increase in car loans written in December. It says this points to pent-up demand and suggests the industry remains resilient. Despite high interest […]
Electric light commercial vehicle sales to surge in 2026
Electric light commercial vehicle sales are predicted to rise by 50% during 2026, according to new analysis from DriveElectric. It predicts that around 45,000 electric LCVs will be sold during […]
Values rise for used hybrids but other fuel types fall
New data has revealed that used hybrids were the only fuel type to increase in value during 2025. According to Autorola’s annual online used car sales review, the average price […]
ARIES webinar for repairers set for next week
A free ARIES webinar will take place next week to provide the collision repair aftermarket with a greater understanding of the new standard. Hosted by the ARIES Group at 3:00pm […]
IMI Annual Awards shortlists announced
The Institute of the Motor Industry has announced the shortlists for this year’s IMI Annual Awards. The IMI Awards recognise and celebrate those individuals and organisations who have set the […]
Industry mourns Autocraft Telford founder Bob Fielding
The industry is mourning the sad passing of Autocraft Telford co-founder Bob Fielding. He set up the company with his brother Colin in 1981 with just £3,000 and a single […]
Leicester College to showcase apprenticeship opportunities
Leicester College will host an Apprenticeship, Skills and Jobs Fair at Welford Road on 11 February. It will showcase the motor vehicle apprenticeship opportunities at the College, local job vacancies […]