Industry
Freshstream accused of 'weaponising' behaviour to oust Peter Waddell, High Court hears
The High Court has been told that Big Motoring World investors Freshstream may have 'reverse-engineered' a plan to remove chief executive Peter Waddell.
G3 Auctions acquired by US-based firm America's Auto Auctions
G3 Auctions has announced today it has been acquired by a US-based company America's Auto Auction. This is the firm's first acquisition outside of the
Stellantis recalls 44,000 UK cars due to potential fire risk
Stellantis has issued a recall of 44,000 vehicles due to an issue which could cause vehicles to catch fire. The fault affects certain Peugeot, Citroën,
Was Jaguar’s relaunch a marketing masterpiece or massive mistake?
It’s a question the industry and the brand’s fans have been pondering since the relaunch: Was Jaguar's rebrand genius or a big mistake? In November 2024
Where Is My Supercar? The Collapse of Targa Florio and the Customers Left With Nothing
An award winning Chichester dealer vanished overnight. Ferraris and Porsches entrusted to it on sale or return were sold. The money never came back. Now liquidators are picking through nearly £500,000 in debt.
GM Pauses Production Of Two Hyped-Up EVs, Sending 1,300 Workers Home
After scrapping EV tax credits, US demand for the Hummer EV fell nearly 50 percent in a single quarter, and GM's Detroit plant is now paying the price
Apr 1: Starmer update on cost of living; Energy price drop short-lived; Car finance lenders shares rise
Starmer to update on cost of living Sir Keir Starmer is expected to provide an update on the cost of living amid concerns over the amount energy bills
Podcast: Drivers holding onto cars longer as EV doubts and cost pressures bite
Car buyers are keeping hold of their vehicles for longer due to cost-of-living concerns and confusion over EVs, an delaying their next purchase.
Low mileage and nearly-new petrol cars dominated March's fastest selling vehicles
Low mileage and nearly-new petrol cars dominated March’s fastest selling vehicles, according to the latest data from Cazoo and Motors.
Smiths Nissan backs future automotive talent at Inter-College Skills Competition
A Nissan dealership in Cambridgeshire was involved in a special event at a local college of further education recently.
Used car dealer Saxton 4x4 returns to profit despite revenue falling £18m in 2025
Europe’s ‘largest used Land Rover dealer’ saw profit bounce back into the black last year after a punishing 2024.
Mar 31: Shop price inflation edges up; Households brace for 'awful April'; Hot Vauxhall Corsa tested
Shop price inflation edges up as ‘storm clouds loom’ – BRC
Renault boss says dealers remain 'an intrinsic part of our brand' as Twingo continues EV offensive
Renault’s UK boss says that dealers remain an ‘intrinsic part of our brand’ as the French firm continues its electric vehicle offensive.
Omoda and Jaecoo boss Gary Lan named as CEO of new Chinese brand Lepas
Chinese brand Lepas has confirmed that Gary Lan will lead its UK operation as the outfit looks to establish itself in Britain.
Lawgistics pays tribute to 'special person' Jide-Ofer Okagbue after tragic passing
Automotive legal firm Lawgistics has paid tribute to ‘much-loved colleague’ Jide-Ofer Okagbue, who has passed away following a long battle with illness.
Independent dealers warn rising prep costs and stock shortages are squeezing margins
Independent car dealers have warned that rising preparation costs and ongoing stock shortages are putting increasing pressure on margins, with further challenges expected this year.
