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The truth behind Lithia’s rapid UK growth as rumoured Hatfields takeover edges closer
US giant Lithia has what it takes to rival the UK's very biggest dealer groups as its rumoured takeover of Hatfields edges closer. That is according to
UK vehicle production slumps to 76-year low as SMMT bemoans ‘incredibly challenging’ period
Vehicle production in the UK fell for the fifth month in a row in May, with less than 50,000 vehicles rolling off British production lines. That is
Weekly Briefing: How clever used car valuations platform has saved me a headache
In this week’s Car Dealer Briefing James Baggott rounds up the motor trade news you cannot afford to miss.
Cupra brings ‘City Garage’ concept to the UK as it opens new Manchester showroom
Cupra has brought its ultra-modern ‘City Garage’ concept to the UK with a new space officially opening in Manchester.
Auto Trader reveals June’s fastest selling used cars as SUVs and convertibles fly off the forecourts
Auto Trader has named the UK’s ‘hottest’ used cars with the MG HS leading the way in a top ten dominated by SUVs.
Changes to tax returns mean all car dealers need to publish profit and loss accounts
Car dealers that currently post small or micro accounts will have to change how they submit their tax return, sparking concerns about competitors ‘snooping’ on profit margins.
Heycar given last minute reprieve as used car ad platform remains ‘fully operational’
Heycar’s online used car advertising platform remains ‘fully operational’ despite its parent company going into liquidation.
TV star Kelsey Grammer snapped in North East supercar showroom Acklam Cars
TV actor Kelsey Grammer was photographed supercar shopping with the team at Acklam Cars this week.
Land Rover launches new 1980s classic style 4x4 but there's a major catch
Many of the original Land Rover competition vehicles from the iconic Camel Trophy events, which ran from 1981 to 2000, are still on the road today and going strong
Brits with EVs to charge their car four times faster following huge breakthrough
A game-changing technological advancement could see the batteries in electrical vehicles (Evs) charge significantly faster and last longer - luring even more Brits to make the eco-friendly switch
Drivers told to urgently remove six items from the car before Sunday
Brits are being urged to check for six items commonly found in cars that could wind up putting you, your vehicle and other road users in danger if they're not removed this weekend
Driving instructor 'wishes she knew' two things before buying electric car
A driving instructor has issued a warning to other motorists after admitting there were a number of aspects of electric vehicles she was unaware of prior to purchasing her first
Car expert shares warning with drivers over importance of new vehicle's colour
Auto Express editor Paul Barker explained that some car companies charge customers different rates for spraying their cars a certain colour as he cautioned about possible additional costs
Drivers over 70 issued fresh blow as damning survey has Brits saying same thing
UK motorists over the age of 70 have been dealt a major blow after the release of a damming survey questioning the ability of elderly drivers to remain on busy road
Scientists give mind-blowing reason behind people feeling car sick in EVs
Anticipating the movement of a vehicle is key to avoiding motion sickness, which is why drivers, who should always be able to see what is coming, are less likely to feel sick than passengers
Major car brand to recall almost 200,000 vehicles over 'trapped' fears
A popular car manufacturer is urging drivers to take their vehicle to back to the dealership to fix an issue that could otherwise result in passengers getting 'trapped' inside the car
