Jaecoo 7 begins 2026 in top gear
The Jaecoo 7 is the most popular new model on the Auto Trader platform so far this year. It has attracted 3.8% of all new enquiries in January, ahead of […]
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Used van sales drive Manheim growth
Used van sales drove growth at Manheim Auction Services’ as its commercial vehicle division was up 9.1% year‑on‑year in 2025. Volume increases were reported in key segments such as manufacturer (41.2%), […]
SMMT welcomes ‘Get that electric feeling’ campaign
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has welcomed the government’s ‘Get that electric feeling’ campaign to promote the benefits of electric vehicles. The campaign was unveiled earlier this week […]
SERMI scheme must be mandated, insists IAAF
The IAAF has restated its calls to mandate the SERMI scheme in the UK to ensure its full benefits are realised. It believes that while the scheme remains voluntary, it […]
Drug-driving reoffending levels surge 134%
Drug-driving reoffending levels have surged by more than 134% in the last four years, according to IAM RoadSmart. Its Freedom of Information request to the Ministry of Justice revealed that […]
2026 What Car? Safety Award winner crowned
Thatcham Research has announced that the BMW X has been crowned winner of the 2026 What Car? Safety Award. It rated every model on safety, security and sustainable repair. The […]
Train to Gain selected to support Brian Robson Coachworks
Brian Robson Coachworks has transitioned its entire training operation to RWC Training’s Train to Gain programme. It has announced that 20 technicians across its three sites have enrolled in a […]
Most expensive car parts and accessories on eBay revealed
eBay has revealed the most expensive car parts and accessories sold on its platform last year, with the costliest item bought for £18,564. It has reported that the top price in […]
Alternative fuel vehicles set retail margin records
Alternative fuel vehicles achieved an average retail margin of £3,120 last year, according to Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review (EVPR). This figure represents an eight per cent increase on the […]
UKGBE 2026 announces Bodyshop Village for repairers
The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event (UKGBE 2026) has announced the launch of its brand-new Bodyshop Village. Dedicated to the UK collision repair sector, the Bodyshop Village will be unveiled […]
RTJK Automotive Group adopts iStoreDOCS
RTJK Automotive Group has announced is has moved its digital document management platform to iStoreDOCS. The Group, which is the operator behind Wilson & Co and Drayton Motors, has ended […]
IGA secures full SERMI approval for the UK
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has achieved full approval for the European SERMI scheme in the UK. The approval concludes a 17-year programme of work and makes the UK the […]