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Peugeot’s beleaguered dealer network is facing further strain after Stellantis issued yet another vehicle recall.

Tesla remains the global leader in automotive sales, outpacing Toyota and Asian rivals like BYD and Xiaomi, while pushing the future of autonomous ride-hailing with new testing and permits in New York and Texas.

Throughout 2025, Tesla’s sales in the UK have dropped sharply. In July 2025, Tesla managed to register only 987 new cars in Britain, a substantial fall from 2,462 in the same month a year earlier—a collapse of nearly 60%.

When Harley-Davidson launched LiveWire as its standalone electric motorcycle division in 2021, the iconic two-wheeled legend set out with optimistic goals—and ambitious numbers.

There are concerns that a government clampdown on a perk enjoyed by car dealer and manufacturer staff could hit car vehicle production.

Used car supermarket Motorpoint has completed its turnaround from its ‘most difficult year ever’ and is back in profit, giving it confidence to expand over the next 12 months.

Used car prices are performing far better than the seasonal norms with average prices down just 0.5% in August.

Gordon Murray Automotive’s new special vehicles division has been officially launched with a pair of models, one of which was commissioned by supercar dealer Joe Macari.

This overview aggregates sales speed data with broader UK market popularity for a comprehensive top 20 view of the fastest selling used cars in the UK for August 2025.

Volkswagen is ‘monitoring the situation’ surrounding a spate of badge thefts which has seen thieves target expensive radar sensor components.

Failed online used car dealer Carzam still owes almost £20m to its creditors, whose hopes of recouping their money hang in the balance.

Almost 10,000 additional Citroen owners have found themselves caught up in the brand’s rare ‘stop-drive order’ after its ‘code red’ recall was expanded to include further models.

The Car Dealer Briefing from James Baggott summarises the week’s most important motor trade headlines for you all in one place.

Insurance firm Admiral revealed this week that it has set aside approximately £50m to compensate its customers who didn’t receive a fair settlement payment if their car was written-off or stolen.

The Vauxhall Corsa is currently the fastest selling car in the UK, according to the latest data from Auto Trader.

An historic family-run used car dealer is to close down after the long-standing owners took the decision to retire.