NFDA calls for greater government support for EVs
The National Franchised Dealers Association has called for greater incentives to support the uptake of electric vehicles. In November, a total of 156,525 new cars were registered, an increase of […]
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Dealers expected to do more when selling car finance
Half of UK consumers who have financed a vehicle purchase within the past 12 months are now concerned about the affordability of their monthly payments, according to a new survey […]
Dealers report declining relationship with manufacturers
NFDA’s Summer 2023 Dealer Attitude Survey, conducted over August and September 2023, has revealed a general downward trend in the relationship between dealers and their manufacturers. The survey attracted 2,531 […]
Purbeck Motors joins Ssangyong network
SsangYong Motor UK has announced that Dorset-based Purbeck Motors has joined its dealer network. Purbeck is part of the Wool & Bovington Motors Group and is now in its fourth […]
Peter Vardy Group announces MG acquisitions
The Peter Vardy Group has acquired the MG Aberdeen and Peterhead franchises from Gillanders. The franchises continue the group’s expansion, following the launch in August of two brand new MG […]
NFDA welcomes MOT update
The Drivers and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has revealed that vehicle recalls will now appear on MOT test certificates. The announcement was welcomed by the National Franchised Dealers Association which […]
Dealerships predict ‘significant’ Chinese disruption
A survey of car dealers conducted by carwow has revealed that most car dealers believe Chinese brands will secure a significant share of the new car market in the UK. […]
Peter Vardy Group to open MG dealerships
The Scotland-based Peter Vardy Group is set to launch two brand new MG dealerships in Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy. Peter Vardy said: “We are delighted to introduce the MG brand to […]
Dealer enquiries dip in July
The latest data from iTrackLEADS shows enquiries for new and used vehicles declined 0.9% in July against 12 months ago. However, despite the number of enquiries dealers responded to increasing […]
Buyers baulk at showroom negotiations
Visiting showrooms remains the most common way for consumers to purchase cars, but a new survey has revealed that other channels are becoming increasingly popular. According to a survey of […]
GWM ORA partners Sinclair Group
GWM ORA UK has announced a new partnership with Wales’ largest automotive retailer, Sinclair Group. The brand has launch initially with one site in Swansea. The news follows the announcements […]
Dealership enquiries up for fifth month
The number of enquiries received by dealers for new and used vehicles across the UK increased by 4.2% against the same month last year and 5.3% on last month. The […]
