‘Perilously close to the cliff edge’
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has said the UK is ‘perilously close to the cliff edge,’ after yesterday’s vote in parliament to reject the withdrawal agreement. Steve Hawes, […]
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Infiniti to shift from Sunderland to Japan
Nissan has announced it plans to end the production of two models at its Sunderland plant. The move to end production of its Q30 car and QX30 sports-utility Infiniti cars […]
FullAuction to remove seller fees
Cooper Solutions has removed its seller fees on its trade-only online auction site, FullAuction. This move allows dealers to sell their trade stock and keep 100% of the profits. Barry […]
Motordepot offers free vehicle history data
Motordepot is introducing what it calls an industry first by featuring free vehicle history data alongside dealer stock advertised online. The move marks a radical new approach to the provision […]
Alliance to create new board
The Alliance between car manufacturers Mitsubishi, Nissan and Renault has announced the intention to create a new operating board. The announcement was made jointly by Jean-Dominique Senard, chairman of Renault, […]
SVA receives outstanding charity contribution accolade
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to charity by children’s hospice, Chestnut Tree House. Recognised with the Outstanding Corporate Supporter accolade at the charity’s biennial […]
Bodyshops pay a 4,587-hour fine
Bodyshops have lost the equivalent of 4,587 hours, or 655 days, dealing with the administration of fines incurred in their courtesy cars. New figures released by Circle Leasing have revealed […]
‘Dire’ no-deal warnings revealed
A meeting of senior figures in the automotive industry warned that up to a third of UK repairers could be forced to close their doors within two weeks of a […]
Hella announces long-term strategy
Hella has revealed its long-term strategy which it believes will leave it well-placed as the industry shifts towards electromobility and autonomous driving. Hella provided investors and analysts with a detailed […]
SMMT addresses 13 Brexit claims
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has given its view of what impact Brexit could have have on the automotive industry in the UK, pinpointing 13 points. It claims […]
Chancellor urged to freeze fuel duty
The Chancellor has been urged to freeze fuel duty in his Spring Statement. FairFuelUK has urged Philip Hammond to recognise the positive impact, UK’s 37 million drivers make to the […]
Volvo scoops second services gong
Volvo Car insurance has again won the Feefo Trusted Service award for the second consecutive year running. This independent award recognises the delivery of consistently high quality repairs, customer service […]