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First person: What does it take to get FCA approval as a used car dealer?
If you’re new to the motor trade, like I am, selling finance can feel like an elusive goal.
Tesla denies ‘absolutely false’ claims that board is planning to remove Elon Musk
Tesla has insisted that boss Elon Musk is going nowhere, following media reports of an alleged plan to oust the world's richest man.
Used car market successfully overcame ‘political and economic turbulence’ in April – Auto Trader
The used car market overcame 'political and economic turbulence' to enjoy a strong month in April.
Supercar dealer has Range Rover Sport stolen from his home but police track it down in only 30 minutes
Supercar dealership director Tom Jaconelli had his new Range Rover Sport stolen this week, but it was back at his possession in under 30 minutes.
Marshall Motor Group completes deal to buy Grange Jaguar Land Rover Swindon
Marshall Motor Group has added to its dealer network after completing a deal to buy Grange Jaguar Land Rover Swindon from rival group Cambria Automobiles.
Drive Motor Retail ploughs significant investment into Darlington MG renovation
Car dealer Drive Motor Retail has completed a major renovation of its Darlington MG dealership following significant investment. The work has seen the
What are synthetic fuels – and can they save cars as we know them?
The future of petrol and diesel cars remains in doubt, so are synthetic fuels the answer to our prayers? We answer your questions.
Rolls-Royce celebrates 100 years of its flagship Phantom
First launched in 1925, the Rolls-Royce Phantom has progressed through eight generations as the British marque’s pinnacle product.
Hot Wheels takes on Lego with new ‘Brick Shop’ self-build car kits
Designed with adult automotive enthusiasts in mind, seven brick models mark the start of the Mattel Brick Shop
Polestar introduces battery health certificates for used EVs
Battery health certificates are now available for pre-owned examples of the Polestar 2, helping to reassure buyers of used electric cars.
New Range Rover Electric seen undisguised in cold weather tests
The Range Rover Electric has been pushed to the limit in the Arctic Circle, before going on sale later in 2025.
Evidence shows EV batteries are lasting longer than expected
A leasing company has tested more than 8,000 electric cars after long-term use and discovered that EV batteries are proving very robust.
Skoda confirms UK prices for new electric Elroq vRS
The electric Elroq vRS is Skoda's fastest-accelerating production car to date, hitting 62mph in just 5.4 seconds.
Van operators waiting up to 15 years for EV charging connections
Electric van uptake is being held back in the UK because operators are waiting years for electricity grid connections to their depots.
New Kia PV5 electric van is stylish, clever and great value
Revealed at the 2025 CV Show in Birmingham, the new PV5 electric van is the first model in the Kia's new commercial vehicle strategy.
Land Rover Classic Works reveals Defender V8 Soft Top restomod
Arguably the most desirable version of the original Defender, the Soft Top has received the Land Rover Classic Works Bespoke treatment.
