Scrapping ECOS would slow EV uptake, warns NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP not to scrap the Employee Car Ownership Scheme (ECOS) in the Autumn Budget. It has said the proposed […]
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Used electric vehicle sales drive third quarter growth
Used electric vehicle sales grew faster than any other fuel type in the third quarter of the year, according to new data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]
Shift away from petrol and diesel models accelerates
Figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association have shown a continued shift away from petrol and diesel models to electric and hybrids. The ACEA found that in the first nine […]
V-level qualifications must include automotive – NFDA
The NFDA has urged the government to include the automotive sector as part of its new V-level qualifications. The government plans to introduce V-level qualifications for 16-year-olds in order to […]
NFDA submits Autumn Budget proposal
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to address key automotive issues when it delivers its Autumn Budget next month. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves is […]
Low commercial vehicle sales a concern – NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has expressed concern at low commercial vehicle sales numbers in September. It has now called on the government to introduce support packages for the […]
FCA to launch motor finance consultation in October
The Financial Conduct Authority has confirmed it will consult industry in October about a compensation scheme for motor finance customers. Dealers and finance companies faced a bill estimated to be […]
Ending ECOS could impact dealership sales and employment
Vehicles supplied through the Employee Car Ownership Scheme (ECOS) will be liable for company car tax, under new legislation. The changes are expected to be announced in the Autumn Budget […]
NFDA marks Results Day with Drive My Career
The National Franchised Dealers Association is marking Results Day by encouraging students to consider a career in automotive through its Drive My Career initiative. Drive My Career was launched in […]
Industry responds to car finance Supreme Court ruling
The automotive industry has called for a swift resolution to the car finance scandal after the FCA said it would launch a compensation scheme in October. The Supreme Court ruled […]
Rapid Charging Fund scrapped by government
The government has scrapped the £950m Rapid Charging Fund, which pledged to install more than 6,000 electric car charge points by 2035 along or near to motorways. Instead Labour has […]
Spending review sets crucial tone – NFDA
The National Franchised Dealers Association has offered a lukewarm response to the government’s spending review, announced today by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. It has welcomed the investment in apprenticeships and support […]