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Lincoln shrinking its dealership network

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dealerships in 2023 and plans to cut 100 more this year in an effort to boost profitability from its retail network, Automotive News reported last week. dealerships by the end of 2024. Lincoln cut 100 U.S. This will reportedly leave Lincoln with roughly 400 U.S.

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Ryders of Warrington joins KGM Motors UK dealer network

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Ryders of Warrington has joined the KGM Motors UK dealer network, operating as Ryders KGM. The dealership also provides a full range of aftersales services, such as servicing, MOTs, repairs, and genuine approved parts. Located on Athlone Road, Warrington, Cheshire WA2 8JJ, Ryders KGM has been present for more than 30 years.

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Porsche To Shut 30% Of Its Dealerships In China After Sales Tumble

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The company plans to close nearly 40 dealerships in the country by the end of 2026. Porsche currently operates 138 dealerships across China , but the boss of Porsche China, Alexander Pollich, has revealed this will be cut to approximately 100 by the end of 2026. It is only sensible to adjust the dealer network respectively.

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John Clark opens new format Seat, Cupra and Skoda dealership in Dundee

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John Clark Motor Group has officially opened a multi-franchise Seat, Cupra and Skoda dealership at Broomhill Road, Dundee. 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.

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Accelerating Action: Key Takeaways from Women Automotive Network’s International Women’s Day Event

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This International Womens Day, the Women Automotive Network brought together industry leaders, Employee Resource Group (ERG) champions, and aspiring professionals to celebrate progress and drive meaningful change. Oxana Grishina, named Mentor of the Year at Women Automotive Network, emphasised that mentorship is not a one-way street.

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Skywell UK expands its dealer network in South Wales and North London

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Skywell UK general manager, David Clark said: As a family-owned business, Bob Davies Car Sales has a long history, offering fantastic customer service, to car buyers in South Wales, and I am very pleased to welcome them to our growing network. Skywell offers the BE11, a D-segment all-electric family SUV.

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FTC Says 90% Of Buyers Paid $2,000 More Than Advertised At Stellantis, GM And Ford Dealer Group

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Car dealerships don’t exactly have a squeaky-clean image to begin with, and stories like this one aren’t doing the industry any favors. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Maryland, a local dealer network raked in millions thanks to deceptive practices. Photo Credit: Lindsay Auto Group

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