Online reviews critical to dealership profits
Nearly two thirds of used car buyers said they would be reluctant to use a dealer with poor online reviews. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker found that 62% of customers […]
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Hybrid demand doubles in January
New data has revealed a surge in hybrid demand during January, with its market more than doubling during the month. According to Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review, hybrids accounted for […]
RAC Warranty recommended by 92% of used car dealers
New research has found that 92% of used car dealers would recommend RAC Warranty to family and friends. Meanwhile, 84% are pleased with their relationship with the business and 80% […]
Motor finance redress scheme imminent, says NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association is urging retailers to prepare for the launch of the motor finance redress scheme. The Financial Conduct Authority will introduce the scheme in the coming […]
Mileage clocking rampant with Qashqais most affected
The most clocked models in the UK have been revealed, with nearly 10% of used Nissan Qashqais showing signs of mileage clocking. According to figures released by vehicle history platform […]
Road to 2030 Report reveals regional divide in EV sales
Auto Trader’s new Road to 2030 Report has revealed a geographical divide in electric vehicle uptake. Although electric vehicle sales are increasing significantly, the report has found that drivers in […]
Heavy goods vehicle sales down 10%
New heavy goods vehicle sales fell by 10% last year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It found that 40,504 new trucks joined UK roads in […]
Customer complaints to Motor Ombudsman rise 14%
Customer complaints about used cars received by The Motor Ombudsman rose by 14% last year. It has revealed that it received 18,570 complaints in relation to used cars in 2025 compared […]
Minor traffic offences leading to major fines
Drivers have been warned that councils are increasingly using cameras to monitor traffic offences. Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has reported that councils are making use of […]
Train to Gain adopted by Fix Auto Penzance
RWC Training has announced that Fix Auto Penzance has adopted its Train to Gain CPD programme. It is the second Fix Auto UK site to use Train to Gain after […]
Think Car delivers VAG Secure Gateway access
ThinkCar is providing independent repairers and technicians with enhanced access to VAG Secure Gateway systems. This will enable advanced diagnostics, coding, adaptations and online functions on VW, Audi, SEAT and […]
Parents unaware of automotive apprenticeship benefits
New data from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has found that just 41% of parents of carers would encourage their children to do an automotive apprenticeship. This is […]