Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Located opposite the John Clark Volvo & Mini dealerships, this location is the first within the Volkswagen UK network to introduce a multi-brand retail concept. Working in a facility of this calibre is a privilege, and we look forward to welcoming customers into this new retail space.

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Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

1 when it comes to brand reputation, according to the latest study by customer review and reputation management platform Widewail. million Google customer reviews among 18,000 American new-car dealers in 2023 and 24, using artificial intelligence to find and analyze trends in customer experience at scale. Lexus is again No.

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AutoSuccessOnline

APRIL 16, 2025

The automotive retail software provider CDK Global has renewed its agreement with Great Lakes Auto Group. Automotive Retail Software Provider Powers Dealership Innovation Great Lakes Auto Group will also adopt CDK Network Solutions. This solution simplifies dealership internet connectivity and maximizes network speed.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Scout has decided against using VW’s huge network of dealers to sell its models. While Tesla was a trailblazer for direct-to-customer sales in the US, it faced many legal hurdles in skirting regulations designed to protect franchised dealerships. VW insisted Scout is an independent brand, despite being backed by the conglomerate.

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Dealer World

MARCH 25, 2025

Sure, technology is rapidly advancing the automotive retail and lending industries, but this evolution has also brought about new challenges in the areas of cybersecurity. Secure data in transit solutions are essential for protecting sensitive customer information as it is transmitted between systems.

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Carscoops

MARCH 12, 2025

Jag Doesn’t Want To Push Old Customers Away One of the biggest criticisms leveled at Jaguar when the campaign kicked off was that they risked alienating the traditional, stiff-upper-lip customer base. ” The Change That Is Needed Perhaps Jaguar doesn’t want to push old customers away with their marketing efforts.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Genesis has Studio spaces in Westfield London, Battersea and Edinburgh Korean premium brand appoints six retail partners nationwide as it looks to boost market share in UK Genesis is aiming to dramatically increase its visibility and market footprint in the UK with the appointment of new retail partners across England, Scotland and Wales.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 21, 2024

DS Automobiles’ Prestige Awards saw retailers receive awards for Retailer of the Year, Most Improved Retailer and the Prestige Award for Marketing. DS Swansea, FRF, was named Retailer of the Year and also awarded the Prestige Award for Marketing. Wilmoths Maidstone was named Most Improved Retailer.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 22, 2024

New data from JudgeService reveals that 96% of customers would recommend RAC Dealer Network retailers, with a majority reporting high satisfaction with their purchases and the service received. This story continues at Customer satisfaction soars for RAC Dealer Network retailers Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader

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Motor Trader

APRIL 15, 2025

Dealers also have the option to purchase additional backdrops, incorporate their own logo or request custom backdrop designs tailored to their branding needs. Were very pleased to be able to offer it to our network and believe that uptake will be rapid.

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Carscoops

MAY 15, 2024

As the luxury arm of the Hyundai Motor Group has spread its reach across the United States, Genesis has opened new retail stores in California, Missouri, Ohio, Arkansas, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Utah, South Carolina, North Carolina, New York, and Maryland. There are 253 Genesis dealers across the U.S. in the U.S.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

From a brand awareness perspective, the spaces do perform well and Meadowhall in particular has done really well with pre-owned cars as well,” he said Polestar collaborates with six retailer partners, operating nine spaces. We are focused on making sure that we can reach as many customer types as possible” he said.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 4, 2025

Hicks, previously sales director for Kia UK, joined the business in 2017, leading all sales channels across retail and fleet, for new and used cars, in collaboration with the 190-strong dealer network. On his watch new car sales grew from 93,304 in 2017, to a record 112,252 in 2024.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 7, 2025

In holding statement Volkswagen said: We, along with the whole motor industry, are moving through a period of unprecedented change, prompted by new technologies and changing customer expectations. Marshall Motor Group will be writing to its customers to advise them of alternative sales, service and parts facilities.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Subaru UK & Ireland celebrated the achievements of its Retailer network at its Annual Conference & Awards in Reading. Aird Motors, based in Beauly, Scottish Highlands, was named the overall Retailer of the Year for 2024. Proven Motor Company secured the Fleet Dealer of the Year Award, D.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 9, 2025

In the modern marketing landscape, understanding where to find your target audience for customer discovery is crucial for the success of any automotive dealership. Customer discovery is the process of brainstorming, validating, and refining your understanding of who your potential customers are and how you can meet their needs.

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Dealer World

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The automotive industry faces unprecedented challenges in protecting customer data privacy. The Data Privacy Landscape in Automotive Retail The automotive retail sector has undergone a significant digital transformation in recent years. million customers and potential buyers in North America.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Customers could only view available EV inventory through Ford’s website, limiting buying options. In other words, the whole sales experience became less flexible and more cumbersome, not exactly a win for the customer. “Our intent all along was to better serve the customer,” he said.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 20, 2025

Deepal is expanding its retail network in Australia, after launching late in 2024 with just four dealers across two cities. Deepal also promises to continue expanding its network throughout the first quarter of 2025, with more Queensland locations coming along with one in the Australian Capital Territory. Browse now.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Motorpoint is to open its 21st retail store on the former CarStore site in Norwich. Set to open in mid-December, Motorpoint Norwich will strengthen the used car retailer’s presence in the East of England and follows the opening of its Ipswich store in May 2023.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 20, 2025

Disclaimer: Unless stated otherwise, the prices listed in this article are the recommended retail price and do not include on-road costs. Wait times vary depending on the model, variant and specification requirements of each customer. With this in mind, here are the estimated wait times for every Toyota model in Australia for 2025.

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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. If a customer finds a car that they’re interested in online, but it happens to be at another Motorpoint store, we’ll arrange to have it moved to Norwich ready for them to look at in person.

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AutoSuccessOnline

APRIL 2, 2025

Sure, technology is rapidly advancing the automotive retail and lending industries, but this evolution has also brought about new challenges in the areas of cybersecurity. Secure data in transit solutions are essential for protecting sensitive customer information as it is transmitted between systems.

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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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Carscoops

JUNE 13, 2024

Infiniti wants to increase its market share, luring back previous customers that fled to Lexus and Acura. The luxury brand is also targeting a more affluent type of customer, starting with the Infiniti QX80. To achieve their goals, Infiniti is targeting a new type of customer: those with substantial disposable income.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 20, 2025

Polestar has arrived in Adelaide, opening the doors to its first South Australian dealership as part of a wider retail expansion. Polestar says the new Adelaide location is part of the company’s “transition [to] a more active retail model”, which will see the Geely-owned brand partner with dealer partners around the country.

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Dealer World

DECEMBER 16, 2024

We are honored to continue to support the Bohn family, this time in the sale of their Hyundai Genesis dealership, a transaction that, again, underscores the enduring strength of the auto retail market in the South, said Gabe Robleto, Senior Vice President, Sell-Side Advisory at Kerrigan Advisors. To access The Kerrigan Index, click here.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 28, 2025

Vertu Motors has entered a data partnership with Solera cap hpi to deepen digital integration across its dealership network. Vertu will use all data points required from cap hpi to assist in the retailing of vehicles, supporting operational efficiency and bolstering its omnichannel retail strategy.

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Motor Trader

JULY 17, 2024

JLR (UK) is aiming to improve how it interacts with customers, in-person and digitally, under Costa Delis, the recently appointed UK customer experience director. The focus on customer experience is part of a wider digital transformation at JLR. JLR recently announced an expansion of its UK customer care team.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 10, 2025

Customers visiting the showroom in East Kilbride will be able to explore the brands intelligent vehicle ecosystem, interact with digital displays and receive expert support from Xpeng product specialists. The Xpeng G6 is available to order, with first customer deliveries in the coming weeks.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 29, 2025

The expansion comes as part of Hyundai Motor UK’s broader retail network evolution strategy. This acquisition is just the first step in our planned expansion, and we look forward to delivering the best possible service for our customers. West Riding Group plans further expansion in the region alongside Hyundai Motor UK.

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CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Audi Australia says its focus on customer service will help its vehicles stand out against a “flood” of new brands to our market. I think every new competitor in the market is a threat in some way, shape or form, whether it’s the price position and it brings customers down to a different price level. ” It’s very dynamic.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 16, 2025

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show, which will be held in New Orleans in January 2025, is one of the most impactful events in the automotive retail sector. Attending NADA offers dealerships a wealth of opportunities for growth, networking and innovation. How Dealers Can Use NADA to Find New Products 1.

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CarExpert

MARCH 4, 2025

The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute stormed into the heart of the top 10 in its first month of recorded deliveries, with 2026 examples reaching customers. In February, Mr Smitherman confirmed BYD planned to double its retail network locally over the next 6-12 months. MORE: Everything BYD Shark 6

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Canadian Auto Dealer

APRIL 17, 2025

On April 10, Canadas auto industry experienced more than just another networking night it experienced a movement. Hosted by the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO) at the sold-out Village Loft in Toronto, the association representing Ontarios car dealers held the latest of its Women Driven events.

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Motor Trader

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Nissan GB has appointed Matt Duncan as its new network development and customer quality director. He has held various UK roles across marketing & sales and has experience of retail, fleet and used car sales. Duncan returns to Nissan GB from Nissan Europe where he led Qashqai Product Marketing for the AMIEO region.

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Auto Remarketing

MARCH 17, 2025

As an old automotive retail veteran, I remember decades ago when automotive dealers looked down on lower margin quick service work, oil changes, brakes, tires, and more or less abdicated that business to others. What about renting cars? Inventory management works on the used car side as well. Have comments, questions, or want to hear more?

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