Car Dealer
Automotive industry's efficiency problems are costing dealers thousands
The automotive industry has a problem with efficiency and disconnected systems are costing companies revenue. That is according to a new white-paper
More job losses expected at Big Motoring World as employees are left 'without direction or support'
Big Motoring World employees say they have been left ‘without direction or support’ after the firm put a number of employees at risk of redundancy.
Lamborghini hits record sales in 2025 as margins come under pressure
Lamborghini has posted record sales and revenues for 2025, although operating income and margin has come under pressure compared with the previous year.
FCA to announce motor finance compensation details on March 30
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will announce details of its redress scheme on Monday, March 30. The watchdog made the announcement on its website
Dealers warned of changing buyer habits as new 'challenger' car brands grow
An influx of new car brands is reshaping the UK car market, with younger buyers leading a shift away from traditional manufacturers, according to new
Mar 25: Inflation expected to remain at 3%; Trump's ceasefire plan; New Maybach S-Class
Inflation expected to remain at 3% before Middle East conflict sparks jump Fresh figures are expected to show that UK inflation remained steady last month
Pinewood.AI says profits will take a hit amid delays with Marshall Motor Group deal
Pinewood.AI says that its profits are set to take a hit this year amid a delay in its new partnership with Marshall Motor Group. The automotive tech firm
Electric car enquiries jump as fuel price concerns drive interest
Interest in new and used electric cars has surged in recent weeks due to the conflict in the Middle East and concerns over fuel prices and supply.
The Gemini shift: How to protect your dealership’s visibility in the age of AI search
The digital landscape of the motor trade is undergoing a definitive shift. According to recent research from Close Brothers, 66% of UK motorists now
Chinese car brands could take 20% of UK market within years, says Auto Trader
New entrant car brands could account for 15% of the UK market by the end of 2026 and hit 20% in only a few years, according to new insights shared by
Dealers face new ‘stock-constrained normal’ as shortages worsen in 2026
Car dealers are being forced to adapt to a new 'stock-constrained normal' as pressure mounts on supply despite continued strength in the used car market,
Rolls-Royce to create the ultimate bespoke service with 'Coachbuild Collection'
If you thought Rolls-Royce couldn't improve on its bespoke services then think again, as the British luxury carmaker has just revealed its new Coachbuild
Mar 20: No rates cut; Shell plant damaged; VW Group kills off Ateca; Meningitis latest
Interest rate cuts not on the horizon, Bank of England governor says Reopening the Strait of Hormuz is 'the best thing to do' to prevent interest rates
Weekly Briefing: How AI is rapidly reshaping the car industry – are you keeping up?
The Car Dealer Briefing from James Baggott summarises the week’s most important motor trade headlines for you all in one place. For this week’s edition
Supply squeeze, EV surge and AI: the three big challenges for dealers in 2026
The UK motor trade has entered a period of significant structural change, as supply pressures, shifting consumer behaviour and the rise of AI reshape the
'We could protect ourselves': Chinese car brands 'not worried' about potential of 'punishing' UK tariffs
Chinese carmakers are not worried about the impact potential tariffs in the UK, as brands continue to wrestle market share from more established
