Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Volkswagen Group UK has confirmed that it is pushing ahead with plans to remap its UK dealer networks with cuts to the number of dealer outlets and fewer investors. Stee Young, managing director of ICDP, a consultancy that specialises in dealer issues, said the plan carried a fair degree of risk. “Does it make sense?

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CarExpert

JANUARY 13, 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in the vast majority of inland Queensland remain without access to public fast-chargers as the states EV charging network continues to be hit by delays and breakdowns. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal.

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Drive.com

APRIL 9, 2024

Luke Todd, managing director of BYD’s Australian distributor EVDirect, has previously declared an ambitious target to dethrone Toyota as the top-selling car brand locally by 2030 – as it rolls out a range of new models, including a plug-in hybrid ute.

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Carscoops

MARCH 15, 2024

” The posting shows that the EV maker is recruiting a senior manager for a team called the “Zero Service” Tesla writes that it is looking for “a highly motivated Senior Manager to join our Service Operations organization and lead the team responsible to identify and eliminate the reasons for our cars to require service.”

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Polestar UK and Ireland appointed Matt Galvin as its new managing director in July. Equally I know many people who can’t charge at home but still make an electric car work using a public charger network. This story continues at Network Focus: Driving change at Polestar Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader A new start.

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Women Automotive Network

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Engaging in conversation with our October Member of the Month, Berveleen Mashonga, Product Manager in Product Planning & Strategy at Hyundai Mobis. Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? When I first found the Women Automotive Network, I was and still am really excited. What was your first car? I could tell you more.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Speaking with media at the local launch of the new Polestar 4 mid-sized SUV, managing director Scott Maynard said the EV specialist will open seven new sites around the country in collaboration with five different retail partners. ” 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. .

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Women Automotive Network

MAY 21, 2024

Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? I joined the Women Automotive Network because I want to support and provide another perspective, share my experiences, and help where I can to push the message that we are #BetterTogether. What’s more, giving opportunities to everyone should be the norm and not the exception.

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Women Management Networking Automotive 130

Call Revu

AUGUST 1, 2024

Simply put, managing brand reputation can make or break your relationship with customers, according to SocialInsider. The best way to develop these relationships is through great customer management and learning from every interaction. The post Why Reputation Management is Crucial for Dealerships appeared first on CallRevu.

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CarExpert

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) is replacing 24 electric car chargers sourced from Australian firm Tritium as it overhauls and expands its charging network. The organisation will replace first-generation Tritium DC chargers as it commits to a “significant upgrade” of its network.

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Motor Trader

JULY 16, 2024

Marshall Motor Group has bolstered its management team with two senior appointments. This story continues at Marshall bolsters management team with two senior appointments Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader Southall was previously chief strategy & transformation officer at Lithia UK and Pendragon.

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Drive.com

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The upgrades will not only provide a faster, more reliable charging experience, but also enhance the security of the site,” said RACV General Manager of Energy Services, Greg Edye. The post Major electric car charging network upgrading to faster technology appeared first on Drive.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

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. This offer is available for a limited time.

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Women Automotive Network

JUNE 17, 2024

Interested in learning more about the Women Automotive Network and our events? Build a strong support network : Cultivating a community of mentors, peers, and allies is essential for personal and professional growth. Whilst offering unparalleled networking opportunities and support to achieve your best!

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 29, 2024

Matt Wrankmore will fill the role of Head of Garage Network at the business, following his promotion from Senior Operations Manager. He has over 25 years of experience working in sales roles within the automotive industry, and a track record of working with dealer networks and the parts aftermarket.

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Carscoops

MAY 13, 2024

Laid off employees have expressed concern over Tesla’s ability to run its Supercharger network effectively after the staff reductions. Late last month, Tesla stunned the world by axing the entire 500-person team behind its network of fast-charging stations, and shuttering the department.

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Women Automotive Network

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Empowering Change: Key Takeaways from Our LinkedIn Live on Menopause in the Workplace Last week’s LinkedIn Live event, hosted by the Women Automotive Network, was a compelling and heartfelt discussion on “Menopause in the Workplace: Empowering Businesses to Initiate Change.” Getting buy-in from top management is key.

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CarExpert

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Mr Tadich also claimed presently wasted renewable energy could comfortably supply the energy required to power an expanded charging network. “That is about 0.1 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. MORE: Can the Australian power grid handle EVs?

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Carscoops

JANUARY 5, 2025

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Maryland, a local dealer network raked in millions thanks to deceptive practices. 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. More: Texas Sues GM For Illegally Selling 1.8M

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CarExpert

APRIL 30, 2024

Faced with falling sales and profit, Tesla is taking the axe to its headcount, with the latest casualties reportedly being its Supercharger fast charging network and new vehicle development teams. Ms Tinucci has been with Tesla 2018, and was put in charge of the Supercharger network in 2020.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Scout has decided against using VW’s huge network of dealers to sell its models. Its affiliation with the German car manufacturer may complicate its ability to sell vehicles without involving dealers, according to Richard Sox, managing partner at Bass Sox Mercer law firm. They’re affiliated with Scout, they have ownership.

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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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Women Networking Automotive Consulting 130

CarExpert

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Deepal is launching in Australia, and its sales network will start small according to local distributor Inchcape. Distribution of the S07 will be managed by Inchcape, the same group responsible for Peugeot and Subaru in Australia. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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Networking Deal Manufacturing Management 111

Women Automotive Network

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The 2023 Women Automotive Summit, hosted by Women Automotive Network, has been deemed a resounding success, with the Network registering a record number of attendees at its first in-person event since 2019! Stephanie May, Commercial Director of Women Automotive Network, said: “Wow – what an incredible day it’s been!

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Women Automotive Network

OCTOBER 22, 2024

My primary responsibilities are financial planning and steering, ensuring a robust and sound accounting function, management of large credits, the treasury functions, to ensure we are efficiently funded, data management and management information, including machine learning models and AI applications. How do you eat an elephant?

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Women Networking Management Manufacturing 130

Carscoops

MAY 15, 2024

Former Supercharger team members express concern for the network’s future after the mass layoffs. A letter from a Tesla global supply manager indicated that Supercharger contractors and suppliers should “please hold on breaking ground on any newly awarded construction projects” and stop materials purchases.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 9, 2024

Former Polestar UK chief executive Jonathan Goodman has joined The EV Network as a non-executive director. The EV Network said Goodman’s years of experience in the motor sector will be instrumental in expanding its business. ” Goodman said: “I am honoured to join The EV Network at such a pivotal time in the EV industry.

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Women Automotive Network

MAY 28, 2024

In the latest installment of the Women Automotive Network Leadership Interview series, we hosted a compelling LinkedIn Live interview featuring a dynamic discussion with Wiebke Ståhl, Managing Director Brand & Licensing Bugatti Rimac with our host Caroline Trudeau, Storyteller, Strategist & Senior Industry Advisor.

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Women Networking Automotive Term 130

Autocar

JANUARY 11, 2024

So far, 200 chargers are available at 20 supermarkets Smart Charge to introduce 750 rapid chargers "across more than 100 stores" by the end of 2024 Sainsbury's has launched its own electric car charging brand, becoming the first supermarket in the UK to own and manage its own charging network.

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Networking Management Customer 143

Drive.com

MAY 6, 2024

After the team behind Tesla’s Supercharger network was disbanded last week, work on new charging locations in Australia has reportedly stopped. “Happy to chat if you have any queries but safe to say this matter probably won’t be going any further,” the email to the business’ general manager is said to have read.

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Women Automotive Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In the November edition of the Women Automotive Network Leadership Interview Series Andy Fellows, Managing Director of Aquilae speaks with Jaclyn McQuaid, President and Managing Director of General Motors. You can also view the whole interview on the Women Automotive Network YouTube Channel here

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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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Networking Management Buyer Marketing 132

Motor Trader

APRIL 19, 2024

Omoda has already recruited dealer groups Endeavour Automotive, Listers, Peter Vardy, Chapelhouse, Arnold Clark and Greenhouse to its dealer network as it prepares for the launch of the 5 model. Please feel free to get in touch for more information,” said Kris Forshaw, sales manager at Stoner Motor Company.

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Women Automotive Network

AUGUST 14, 2024

In the most recent LinkedIn Live interview hosted by the Women Automotive Network , Nicole Scott, Technology Journalist sat down with Katharina Hopp, Senior Vice President at Bosch , to discuss the future of work in the automotive industry. This is where the importance of personal relationships and networks comes into play.

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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.

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Motor Trader

JULY 17, 2024

Ray Chapman Motors Volvo Bradford, headed by service manager Craig Walton, passed the Volvo Personal Service Accreditation in record speed. The award was presented to Walton by Peter Schofield of Network & Business Development UK and Renee Blomkvist from Volvo in Sweden.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The move follows a strategic review of the JLR network in the UK carried out by Jaguar Land Rover Having represented JLR in the city since 2018, the management of JCT600 expressed “profound disappointment” in the marque’s decision. JCT600 is to close its Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) businesses in Doncaster at the end of March.

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