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Peter Vardy Group returns to profit as decision to ditch car dealerships starts to pay off
Peter Vardy Group has returned to profit after a drastic period of change for the firm.
Jan 7: Waitrose eyes expansion; UK pledges boots on the ground in Ukraine; VW T-Roc from £32k
Waitrose to create 550 jobs for new Bristol warehouse as it eyes expansion
Dealers facing 'ambulance chasing' claims from consumers impacted by Stellantis top-drive notice
Car dealers are facing legal threats from ‘ambulance-chasing’ consumers who are still trying to benefit from the stop-drive notice issued by Stellantis last year.
How did Chinese car brands fare in the UK in 2025? We analyse the sales figures
Chinese car brands really made their mark on the UK automotive scene in 2025, securing nearly a tenth of the market.
Volkswagen Golf topples Ford Fiesta to become Motors' most in-demand used car of 2025
The Volkswagen Golf was the most in-demand used car on Motors’ platforms last year.
Video: The car manufacturer winners and losers of 2025
Chinese car manufacturers were the fastest growing car brands last year as buyers switched their allegiances and dumped legacy firms.
Lookers appoints ex-Heycar director Tracy Woods as new marketing boss
Tracy Woods has been appointed to the newly created role of chief marketing officer at car dealer group Lookers.
Car Dealer Used Car Awards 2025: Crompton Way Motors - Used Car Customer Care winner
Bolton-based Crompton Way Motors were named the top performer for customer care at the Used Car Awards 2025.
Arnold Clark opens extensively refurbished Alpine showroom in Glasgow
Leading car dealer Arnold Clark has officially opened its new Alpine showroom in Glasgow after ‘significant investment’.
Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack could have cost business £3bn in sales
Newly released sales figures from Jaguar Land Rover suggest the cyberattack could have cost the business more than £3bn in sales.
These are the cars we're most looking forward to in 2026 – and only one is a petrol
Get set for another fascinating year of the car industry. Electric cars are no long the future – they’re the present, and over the next 12 months we’re going to see a whole raft of EVs, ranging from the cheap and cheerful to the ultra-performance.
Jan 6: Shop price inflation rises; Claire’s and sister firm collapse; VW ID. Polo interior
Shop price inflation driven up by rising food costs
Mon Motors posts significant pre-tax loss as Heritage Automotive deal hits profits hard
Car dealer Mon Motors has announced a hefty pre-tax loss with bosses pointing the finger of blame at ‘challenging market conditions’ and a ‘significant mid-year acquisition’.
Volvo warns EX30 drivers about possible fire risk from overheating batteries
Drivers of certain Volvo EX30 models are being warned of the risk of fire from overheating batteries.
Family-run bodyshop 'devastated' after thieves smash window and steal bikes from Christmas display
It is supposed to be the the season of goodwill but that hasn’t stopped thieves breaking into a family-run bodyshop and stealing motorbikes that were being used in a Christmas display.
Ford Puma retains crown as Britain's best-selling car for third consecutive year
The Ford Puma has retained its crown as Britain’s best-selling new car after a major hike in registrations in 2025.