Industry
Arnold Clark saw revenue soar to £5.2bn in 2024 but bosses warn 2025 tax increases will cost £30m
Arnold Clark saw chunky rises in revenue and pre-tax profit last year, but warned that its finances will be clobbered by £30m thanks to tax increases announced in the Autumn Budget.
Used car market enjoys ‘stable’ June with prices flatlining for third month in a row
The used car market remained stable in June with prices flatlining for the third month in a row.
Hertz’s new AI scanners charge renters instantly, even for tiny scratches
Barely two months into the scanners' initial deployment at real-world Hertz facilities, there's already a problem.
GM recalls 40,000 Chevrolet vehicles over brake issue
Multiple drivers complained about receiving error messages or experiencing an inability to shift out of park while attempting to drive.
Honda recalls over 65K vehicles. See impacted models.
Impacted vehicles include the 2013 Honda Accord. Honda said the driveshaft may corrode and break due to damage from road salt or other contaminants.
Tesla deliveries set to drop again as Musk’s politics and EV rivals bite
Tesla is expected to report another fall in deliveries on Wednesday as backlash against Musk and competitive pressures continue to drag on demand.
Tom Hartley Junior selected to sell vast McLaren collection belonging to motorsport royalty
Supercar dealer Tom Hartley Jnr has been chosen to sell one of the largest McLaren collections in the world, following the death of a motorsport icon.
Family-run Wilmoths working to ‘minimise disruption’ after closing long-serving Citroen dealership
Family-run dealer group Wilmoths says ‘every effort is being made to minimise disruption’ after the firm took the decision to close a long-serving Citroen dealership.
All Electric Garages Group swaps Hyundai for BYD at terminated Stourbridge car dealership
All Electric Garages Group is swapping Hyundai for BYD at its Stourbridge car dealership, after the site was terminated by the South Korean brand.
Dealer Auction and MG sign two-year extension to ‘successful’ remarketing contract
Dealer Auction has extended its remarketing contract with MG until 2027 in a deal which will see a ‘significant uplift in volumes’.
Renault Retail Group UK completes takeover of Carco as bosses pledge to protect jobs
Renault has strengthened its in-house dealer group after completing a deal to acquire former retail partner, Carco.
Renault Eats $11 Billion Loss From Nissan’s ‘Catastrophic’ Implosion
Nissan's ongoing financial issues have taken their toll on French alliance partner Renault.
Lotus has ‘no plans’ to close UK Hethel factory after meeting with government
Lotus has pledged it to continue building cars in the UK after meeting with the business secretary, amid reports the carmaker was to close its operations in Norfolk.
Tom Hartley Junior selected to sell vast McLaren collection belonging motorsport royalty
Supercar dealer Tom Hartley Jnr has been chosen to sell one of the largest McLaren collections in the world, following the death of a motorsport icon.
‘Prolific’ thief broke into franchised car dealership and caused £140,000 of damage
A ‘prolific’ thief who broke into a franchised car dealership and caused £140,000 worth of damage is now facing jail.
Master technician to feature on DIY SOS as Ben appeals for help for severely disabled son
Automotive industry charity Ben is backing a campaign to raise funds for the disabled son of a master technician, with the family’s story set to feature in an upcoming episode of DIY SOS.
