Autocar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Despite total new car sales increasing 6% for the year to date, those to private buyers are down 11.8%, figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show. Meanwhile, of the 34 million cars on the roads, 16 million – almost one in two – are more than a decade old. However, the ageing car parc is not good news for everyone.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In real terms, it said this meant fewer private buyers were choosing EVs, resulting in a drop in sales of its chargers during 2024. We doubled our charging network last year, from 3500 sockets available to 6200, so were capital-hungry, explained Fritsch. Another charging company doing likewise is Instavolt.

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Carscoops

JUNE 14, 2024

A new survey by McKinsey suggests that 29% of EV buyers globally consider an ICE vehicle for their next purchase 21% of the participants worldwide don’t ever want to make the switch to EVs. It appears that EV ownership isn’t equally exciting for all buyers, as a great portion of them are considering going back to ICE.

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CarExpert

MAY 2, 2025

Specifically, we’re interested in financial incentives for buyers of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), which have been offered for a while now, to encourage the adoption of more low- and zero-emissions by Australians. Marton Pettendy: No Buyers of all vehicle types should be treated equally.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The new Subaru Forester e-BOXER is now available to order through the manufacturers UK dealer network. This new Forester will play a crucial role in our UK growth strategy, appealing to both our loyal customers and a new generation of SUV buyers, who prioritise genuine capability alongside comfort and safety.

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Carscoops

APRIL 30, 2025

BYD says not all European buyers are convinced by fully electric vehicles just yet. That detail matters a lot as the company looks to expand its footprint across Europe, where not every new car buyer is quite ready to cut the gas cord completely. It plans to launch two additional plug-in hybrids across European markets in 2025.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Related: Chinese Buyers Are Ditching German Cars For Local Brands, And That’s Bad News But that discounting isn’t sustainable for Western brands or their dealers, some of whom would have had to close their doors for good without financial aid from the car companies they represent.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 27, 2025

North American dealers express concern over the viability of their network amid declining sales. This shift comes as the brand struggles to revive its North American dealer network, which has been severely impacted by sluggish sales. “We’ve got 110 dealers in our U.S.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The question is how many of those [will be] established brands with large dealer networks, but importantly large customer bases – once you buy a car, you stay in that car for a few years. Many of those Holden buyers will be looking to trade in their vehicles, and they will now be forced to look at different brands.

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Carscoops

MARCH 5, 2024

Ram says that its target audience is small businesses, work truck fleets, and demanding buyers of commercial vehicles. These have access to financing options and a dedicated BusinessLink dealer network offering maintenance packages and fleet contracts.

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Carscoops

APRIL 17, 2025

Canadian buyers are getting similar discounts up to CAD $16,590 on select models. Along with that, Tesla is throwing in free lifetime access to its Supercharger network. According to DriveTeslaCanada , Canadian buyers can also take advantage of similar deals. Here’s perhaps the most interesting part, though.

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CarExpert

APRIL 11, 2024

Last month, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to allocate $60 million in funding towards EV charging upgrades across the nation’s car dealership networks.

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Car Examer

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The UKs charging network is still patchy, with not enough rapid chargers in key locations, and thats putting off a lot of potential buyers. Some are scaling back EV production and focusing on hybrid models, which seem to be a more comfortable middle ground for UK buyers. Whats Stopping People from Going Electric?

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Potential buyers have until March 31, 2025 to take advantage of the nationwide drive-away pricing offer, which applies to all MY24 new and demonstrator models. Leapmotor’s introductory drive-away pricing excludes government, fleet and rental buyers. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 31, 2025

While Mitsubishi was criticised for its requirement for owners to use its own dealership network, which was perceived by some to reduce competition and take business away from independent workshops, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) ultimately allowed the conditional warranty to stand.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 16, 2025

Buyers also receive the choice of either a $1500 voucher to use within the Evie charging network, or a 22kW Autel MaxiCharger Type 2 home charger valued at $1500. The offer ends on March 31, 2025. Dynamiq and Techniq variants get a $15,000 discount, while the Epiq gets the maximum $20,000 discount.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This meant buyers couldn’t see models on individual dealer sites or on platforms like Autotrader and Cars.com. Ford’s Mike O’Brien, senior director of retail network and sales strategy, pointed out that the goal was always to improve the customer experience.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 19, 2025

In the UK the brand currently has 44 Leapmotor retailers as part of the existing Stellantis network and this is expected to grow to 80 by the end of 2025. We believe customers shouldnt have to compromise on quality for affordability and that this is truly a value without compromise proposition for UK car buyers.

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Motor Trader

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Motorpoint Norwich, the 21st store in Motorpoint’s retail network, is set to open this Friday on Turnpike Close. Car buyers can have a vehicle from any Motorpoint store moved to Norwich free of charge. Motorpoint is offering complimentary vehicle transfers to Motorpoint Norwich until the 26th January 2025.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 2, 2025

Relaunching as a used car search marketplace, Cazoo is now the flagship brand in Motors network. The Motors website will remain an integral part of the expanded network, alongside eBay, Gumtree and Parkers. The Cazoo branding has been refreshed slightly refreshed but it is still instantly recognisable.

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Torque Report

JANUARY 6, 2025

Origin trims will only be available in Core Black, while Signature trim buyers will be able to choose between Calm White, Tidal Gray, and Core Black. Afeela 1 will also be equipped with the NACS charge port, giving it native access to Tesla’s Supercharger network.

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Drive.com

MARCH 31, 2025

Another critical piece of the puzzle is Nissans dealership network. According to Lyons, Nissan currently has the fifth-largest dealer network in Australia, with around 180 locations. Lyons emphasised how crucial it is for prospective buyers to feel they can trust both the car and the brands infrastructure behind it.

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AutoSuccessOnline

MAY 1, 2025

Building Trust and Closing Deals Faster Todays buyers expect transparency, and dealers who deliver it gain a clear edge, said Alex Black, chief marketing officer at EpicVIN. The dealer-focused solution grants bulk access to EpicVIN reports at competitive rates.

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Drive.com

APRIL 26, 2025

Generally speaking, most car makers charge hundreds of dollars extra for non-standard paint options, and given the current economic pressure, many new car buyers are looking to keep costs at a minimum. However, non-traditional colours can affect a cars resale value, which could in turn influence a buyers decision to stick to factory options.

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Carscoops

APRIL 16, 2025

Range, Charging, and Battery Improvements While the design will be the first thing that prospective buyers will notice, the mechanical upgrades are even more crucial for the competitiveness of the EV. The EV also comes standard with wireless chargers, USB-C ports, and a wide range of ADAS from the Subaru EyeSight suite.

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Women Automotive Network

OCTOBER 30, 2023

An impressive line-up of upcoming Leadership Interviews has been announced from Women Automotive Network including Jaclyn McQuaid, President and Managing Director, General Motors Europe; Linda Jackson, CEO of Peugeot; and Chris Feuell, CEO of Chrysler Brand, Stellantis.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 13, 2024

NextGear Capital, the wholesale funding firm, and online auction platform 1link Trade Buyer have joined forces to help trade buyers source and fund stock in just a few clicks. We want to help ease this burden and adding 1link Trade Buyers to our network of over 70 trade sources is a good example of how we’re doing this.

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Autocar

MARCH 18, 2025

Taylor said the finer details and launch date were still being worked on but the brand sees it as a way of retaining aftersales and servicing within its network;and keeping in touch with buyers of new vehicles for longer and with people buying its cars used.

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CarExpert

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Chery notes on its website this pricing is available while stocks last, and isnt available for fleet, government or rental buyers. All these bar a power passenger seat come standard on the SE+ , which at $33,990 drive-away is a whopping $8000 less than what the previous mid-range Elite was originally priced at. and $287.84, respectively.

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Women Automotive Network

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In the Women Automotive Networks most recent Leadership Interview, Micha Goebig, the founder and CEO of Go Big Coaching and Communications, had the honour of speaking with Linda Jackson, the Global CEO of Peugeot. Join our next Leadership Interview here on LinkedIn

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 16, 2025

Attending NADA offers dealerships a wealth of opportunities for growth, networking and innovation. Networking Opportunities The event attracts professionals from across the automotive industry, including manufacturers, vendors and other dealerships.

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Drive.com

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Yet the Smitherman was confident customers wouldnt be waiting and more than enough Shark 6 stock will be available for its expanding dealer network and growing number of customers. Absolutely, very confident, he said when asked about supply of the Shark 6 for Australian buyers.

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Drive.com

MARCH 29, 2025

Jaecoo’s warranty offer also doesn’t require buyers to service their vehicles exclusively through the car maker’s dealership network. While MG matches the decade-long coverage, it doesn’t have the same dealership-only servicing stipulation.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Exciting newcomer aims to establish itself as the 'VW Golf of EVs' The Kia EV3, a £32,995 new electric crossover that’s Volkswagen Golf-sized in its footprint, is exactly the kind of car that buyers could default to in the electric car era as they have done to the Golf in the combustion one.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 4, 2025

Marketplace Features: Facebook Marketplace lets you list vehicles directly, making it easy for potential buyers to browse available inventory. Building a strong professional network can be beneficial, especially as the automotive industry continues to evolve.

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Car Examer

MARCH 25, 2025

Despite being a household name and a pioneer in the EV space, Tesla is now feeling the heat from rising competition and shifting buyer preferences in Europe. European and Asian automakers are offering strong alternatives often cheaper, more localized, and backed by strong dealer networks.

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

All Onvo L60 models are compatible with the automaker’s expansive battery swap network. Buying an equivalent Tesla Model Y will set back Chinese buyers 249,900 yuan (~$35,200), and unlike the L60, the Tesla cannot use Nio’s ever-growing network of battery swap stations.

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