Mazda UK has revealed the winners of its National Dealer League awards that recognise best performing retailers of 2025.

The Car Dealer Briefing from James Baggott summarises the week’s most important motor trade headlines for you all in one place.

The boss of Hampshire-based dealer group Hendy says he’s ‘truly humbled’ at winning a global award from Ford Motor Company.

The fastest-selling car so far this month might have been the Tesla Model Y, but older cars are still dominating the top 10 while discontinued Ford models proved popular.

Valentine’s Day is often about grand gestures. In the automotive world, it is a good moment to talk about something more valuable: business relationships that actually last.

Businesses need reforms amid ‘similar pressure to pandemic’, committee warns

Liquidators have now been formally appointed to Glynn Andrews Car Sales, marking the next stage in the collapse of the Widnes-based business.

One of the UK’s busiest and best-known Nissan dealerships is under new management.

Suzuki GB’s boss is the latest carmaker chief to confirm their attendance at Car Dealer Live 26, as excitement builds for the popular motor trade conference.

Linking marketing to revenue is notoriously difficult. But what if you could prove – and increase – the impact of your marketing on sales?

Mazda has confirmed its forthcoming 6e electric fastback will now be powered by an entirely different battery that previously expected, and prices will start from £38,995.

Ferrari has revealed new details about its forthcoming pure-electric model, including its name and a first glimpse at the car’s interior.

Ocado plans cost-cutting drive with up to 1,000 jobs at risk, says report

Second-hand EVs enjoyed record demand in 2025 as the UK’s used car market grew for the third consecutive year.

A rogue used car dealer has been ordered to pay almost £6,000 after Trading Standards accused him of selling ‘dangerous and unroadworthy’ vehicles.