Tim Rose

A renewed used car programme has been revealed by Mazda UK as it aims to support its dealer network's sales of pre-owned Mazdas.

Carmakers Geely from China and Ford from the USA have announced a major European manufacturing partnership, with new cars to begin assembly by 2028.

BMW has revealed that its new X5 SUV is engineered for five drivetrain options globally, including hydrogen and battery electric vehicle.

EV manufacturer Nio, based in China, has opened a new R&D site at Witney

An environmental lobby group has accused the UK’s automotive industry of having “unprecedented access” to Government to leverage a reduction in zero emissions vehicle targets.

Paul Kirby, electric vehicle advocate and one of the faces behind The EV Café podcast, has revealed that his family is starting up a used electric van dealership.

Staff from OEMs and dealer groups have shared tributes following the sudden death of Stellantis UK's director responsible for parts operations, Andy Robson.

A new premium car brand targetting the UK's "quiet middle", LEPAS is preparing to launch this September with a strong foundation of around 50 dealerships.

Continued cost pressures across labour, energy and inventory mean dealerships are under pressure to do more with less. This session will explore how technology can be used more effectively to improve efficiency across sales, marketing and aftersales, while supporting stronger commercial performance.

A rate cut to 4.5% across all Payment Assist's three-month payment plans is aimed to help dealerships increase their sales conversion.