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A warranty relationship worth committing to: The £1m profit playbook
Valentine’s Day is often about grand gestures. In the automotive world, it is a good moment to talk about something more valuable: business relationships that actually last.
Australia Banned Toyota's Dog Ad Because The Dogs Weren't Wearing Seatbelts
The HiLux commercial showed dogs jumping into a ute bed. Regulators said it promoted illegal animal transport. Toyota's fourth advertising breach since 2016 suggests the fun police are winning.
Feb 11: UK steel on the brink; More UK troops for Norway; BYD boosts Atto 3 SUV
Businesses need reforms amid ‘similar pressure to pandemic’, committee warns
Family-run dealership Glynn Andrews Car Sales formally appoints administrators
Liquidators have now been formally appointed to Glynn Andrews Car Sales, marking the next stage in the collapse of the Widnes-based business.
Grainger Motor Group takes keys to Norton Way Nissan dealership
One of the UK’s busiest and best-known Nissan dealerships is under new management.
Suzuki GB boss confirmed for Car Dealer Live 26 as event line-up grows
Suzuki GB’s boss is the latest carmaker chief to confirm their attendance at Car Dealer Live 26, as excitement builds for the popular motor trade conference.
How to prove your marketing activity drives vehicle sales
Linking marketing to revenue is notoriously difficult. But what if you could prove – and increase – the impact of your marketing on sales?
Mazda confirms new 348-mile 6e electric fastback will start from £38,995
Mazda has confirmed its forthcoming 6e electric fastback will now be powered by an entirely different battery that previously expected, and prices will start from £38,995.
Ferrari confirms 'Luce' name for first EV and reveals iPhone-inspired interior
Ferrari has revealed new details about its forthcoming pure-electric model, including its name and a first glimpse at the car’s interior.
Ford Blames Trump's Tariffs as It Crashes to Worst Loss Since 2008. The Failed EV Bet Is Really to Blame.
Ford lost $8.2 billion in 2025, its worst performance since the Great Recession. CEO Jim Farley pointed to $2 billion in tariff costs. He didn't mention the $19.5 billion EV write-down, the $4.8 billion in electric vehicle losses, or the canceled F-150 Li...
UK Used Car Market Grows For Third Straight Year. EVs Drove It.
Nearly 7.8 million used cars changed hands in 2025, with electric vehicle sales surging 45.7 percent. The numbers tell a different story than depreciation headlines suggest.
PM vows to fight on; NatWest plans £2.7bn acquisition; Mission Impossible Jeep for sale
Ocado plans cost-cutting drive with up to 1,000 jobs at risk, says report
Used car market records third consecutive year of growth amid record demand for EVs
Second-hand EVs enjoyed record demand in 2025 as the UK’s used car market grew for the third consecutive year.
Trading Standards fire warning to motor trade as rogue dealer is fined for selling dangerous vehicle
A rogue used car dealer has been ordered to pay almost £6,000 after Trading Standards accused him of selling ‘dangerous and unroadworthy’ vehicles.
Barclays assigns additional £235m to covering costs car finance remuneration scheme
Barclays Bank has assigned an additional £235m to cover the cost of the ongoing motor finance scandal.
Used car buyers are still keen for a Fiesta as much-loved Ford tops sales charts yet again
The Ford Fiesta has extended its reign as Britain’s most popular used car, despite the model going out of production more than two years ago.