Industry
FCA ends consultation over car finance redress scheme as industry calls for 'fairer' approach
The FCA has officially wrapped up its consultation on a proposed redress scheme for customers impacted by the motor finance scandal.
Car buyer demand for petrol and diesel bounces back as EVs took a walloping
A dramatic shift in UK consumer preferences reveals growing skepticism about electric vehicles, with traditional fuel types regaining ground after years of decline.
Car buyer demand for petrol and diesel bounces back as EVs took a walloping even before Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile tax
In a poll of UK motorists intending to purchase a new car in the next 24 months, 41% said their preference would be petrol or diesel, while just 19% would choose electric.
POLL OF THE DAY: Should the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars be scrapped?
Labour's plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in just five years' time will be axed by the Conservative, Kemi Badenoch has pledged.
US Luxury Car Market Will Nearly Double to $215 Billion by 2035
A new study reveals the American appetite for six figure vehicles shows no signs of slowing, with the used luxury segment poised to grow even faster than new sales.
Are We at a Crossroads? The Automotive Industry's Great U Turn
After years of relentless technological change, manufacturers are backtracking at remarkable speed. Buttons are returning, combustion engines are getting lifelines, and the EU just blinked on its total ICE ban. Perhaps we were never ready for that sci-fi...
The EU Nears Decision Allowing Combustion Engines Beyond 2040
Manfred Weber, the leader of the European Parliament's largest political group, says sales of new ICE cars will be permitted after 2040.
Rejoice: EU is on the verge of saving combustion
'Ban on combustion engines is off the table' says EU lawmaker, as 2035 deadline goes in the bin
UK car market to return to pre-Covid highs of 10 million in 2026
The days of a 10 million-strong UK car market are all set to return next year.
Grangemouth future secured; Commuter stats revealed; Grenadier goes safari
‘New future achievable’ at Grangemouth as two firms plan job creation
Scottish MP Dave Doogan to appear as key witness in Mackie Motors High Court action
Politician Dave Doogan is to appear as a witness for Mackie Motors when the firm takes on Renault and Nissan in its upcoming High Court trial.
Car dealer Tim Atkinson gives update on new trade group as he says 'we need representation'
Car dealer Tim Atkinson has hit out at consumer protection laws that were ‘written around fridges and televisions’ as he laid out his vision for his fledgling new trade group.
Used car supermarket HPL opens fifth site as firm welcomes customers to The Wirral
Used car supermarket group HPL Motors has opened its fifth site after announcing impressive profit figures earlier in the week.
Arnold Clark adds Geely to vast list of brands as dealer group announces four new branches
Dealer group Arnold Clark has become the latest retailer to sign up to represent Chinese outfit Geely in the UK.
Mitsubishi to kick off UK return with new versions of Outlander PHEV and L200 pick-up
Mitsubishi’s return to the UK will kick off with new generations of the Outlander PHEV SUV and L200 pick-up truck, it has been confirmed.
Weekly Briefing: Here's what I would do if I was Auto Trader CEO
The Car Dealer Briefing from James Baggott summarises the week’s most important motor trade headlines for you all in one place.
