Motor Trader

MARCH 4, 2025

Steve Hicks is appointed as Kia UKs marketing director, with Sanka De Silva taking on the role of sales director. 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.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 10, 2024

More than three years after ChargePoint stopped maintaining its electric-car chargers in Australia, the US firm has confirmed its departure from the market. The post US-owned electric car charging network pulls the plug on Australia appeared first on Drive.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Private EV sales slump has meant fewer people buying home wallboxes Major charging firms face uncertainty as ZEV mandate review brings potentially bleak p One of the UKs largest charger companies is facing a fight for its future, after the slowdown in EV take up wiped more than 10 million from its market value overnight.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 3, 2025

I would like to express my sincere thanks and gratitude to all of this years winners as well as our Partners across the network who are supporting the growth of the Hyundai brand in the UK. The post Hyundai Motor UK celebrates retailer network at annual awards appeared first on Motor Trader.

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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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Carscoops

OCTOBER 28, 2024

China was Porsche’s largest single market in 2023 but now trails North America and Europe. Porsche will reduce the size of its dealership network in China due to declining sales and in a bid to slash costs, soon after revealing its third-quarter global profits had declined 41%.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 15, 2025

In an era where marketing is becoming increasingly digital, many professionals wonder if its feasible to thrive as a solo marketer. The concept of a solo marketer encompasses a wide range of roles, from crafting and implementing strategies to managing digital campaigns and analyzing data.

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Autocar

APRIL 10, 2025

Polestar started as an online-only brand with limited physical presence but CEO Michael Lohscheller, who took the top job last October, is overseeing a roll out of a physical retail network that is doing active selling. Some people like it, but others want more advice, to come back, to get quotes and think about things.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Jim Murray Jones, chief marketing officer at MotorEasy, told Autocar the company is benefiting from the ageing car fleet. A spokesperson for the Independent Garage Association, a lobby group, said firms are seeing an increase in business especially as older car owners are favouring them over franchised dealer networks for servicing.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 9, 2025

The addition of 20,000 chargers increases Mercedes’ available network to 110,000. From February 2025, the number of charge points open to them will balloon when access to Tesla’s Supercharger network is granted. to allow them to use the Supercharger network.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 24, 2025

Marketing a private club to the public requires a strategic approach that balances exclusivity with accessibility. This blog post will delve into effective marketing strategies, leveraging modern techniques such as digital marketing, social media engagement, and community outreach.

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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. The significant advances in this new generation of Forester, particularly in terms of refinement and technology, come at a perfect time as we continue to strengthen our presence in the UK market.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Premium European automakers are shelling out millions of Euros to keep their dealers alive in a tough Chinese car market. A new price war in the country has led to unsustainable heavy discounting that’s putting retailers into the red.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 2, 2025

This blog will delve into how marketing can effectively support work and travel opportunities, especially within the automotive dealership sector where the demand for innovative marketing strategies is crucial. This landscape creates opportunities for companies willing to adopt creative marketing approaches.

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Autocar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Dacia had sold just over 1000 bi-fuel versions of the Duster and Sandero by the end of October LPG pump network in Britain is only a quarter of what it was at its peak Dacia CEO Denis le Vot is surprised that low-cost LPG fuel is not more popular in the UK as British buyers are "meant to be super pragmatic".

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 26, 2025

Transitioning from a copywriter to a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is a significant career leap that many in the marketing field aspire to achieve. Understanding the Role of a CMO The CMO is responsible for overseeing all marketing activities within an organization, from brand management to customer engagement and digital advertising.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Sales and marketing boss Marco Schubert said: This decision follows extensive discussions and aligns with the preferences of our customers and international dealer network. Audi models will continue to be identified by letters and numbers, with 'A'designating traditional cars and 'Q' signifying SUVs.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Tjekvik’s network of UK dealers includes Group 1, Hartwell, JCB Group, and Vertu. In H1 2024, customers interacting with Tjekvik technology purchased over 141,000 value-added items. This generated over £7 million in additional revenue for UK dealers, averaging almost £1.1million per month across all sites.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 10, 2025

Solera cap hpi and RWA Automotive have launched a new actionable insight solution, dubbed Ignite Network Intelligence. It offers insights to optimise sales channels and network efficiency, whilst also assessing out-of-network pricing impacting residual values.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 5, 2025

However, the companys sales, marketing and franchise operations vice-president also believes Toyota can extend its reign as the countrys most popular auto brand despite unprecedented challenges including an influx of new Chinese carmakers. We then foresee a return to a more normal market environment. per cent market share.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 2, 2025

In the fast-paced world of marketing, particularly within the automotive industry, there are countless lessons to be learned. The marketing landscape is always evolving, especially with the advent of new technologies and platforms. Each year brings fresh trends, tools, and strategies that can make or break your marketing efforts.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 22, 2025

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of marketing, especially within the automotive industry, its imperative to measure your effectiveness in the field. But how do you truly know if youre excelling at marketing? A comprehensive evaluation involves scrutinizing various aspects of your marketing efforts.

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Autocar

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Stellantis looks set to bring hydrogen tech to its range of mid-size vans Renault isnt alone in bringing hydrogen fuel cell technology to the market, with the Hyvia van and drop-in hydrogen filling stations.

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Carscoops

APRIL 17, 2025

Now, for those in the market, Tesla is making it a little bit easier to take that leap with a range of discounted vehicles. Along with that, Tesla is throwing in free lifetime access to its Supercharger network. Canadian buyers are getting similar discounts up to CAD $16,590 on select models.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 14, 2025

Finding the right marketing agency as a client can be a daunting task, especially in the dynamic automotive industry where the market is continuously evolving. With new technologies, consumer behaviors, and digital marketing strategies emerging, selecting an agency that aligns with your dealership’s goals is crucial.

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Car Examer

MARCH 25, 2025

Teslas Sales and Market Share Keep Falling in Europe This February. For the second month in a row, the companys car sales and market share have dropped, and its raising eyebrows across the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Thats not a great sign, especially when the rest of the EV market is still growing. this February.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

More and more auto brands are entering Australia’s cluttered new-car market, and the head of the organisation that represents local dealers says something has to give. Research commissioned by CarExpert and conducted by Nielsen has found the shortlists of new car buyers are longer than ever as the number of options in the market grows.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 16, 2025

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, finding the right influencers for niche markets has become an essential strategy for businesses looking to enhance their brand visibility and engagement. Influencer marketing can significantly impact sales and customer loyalty. Is the content they produce relevant to your brand?

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 17, 2025

Craft a Marketing Strategy Marketing is vital for customer acquisition. Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy that combines online and offline channels. Email Marketing: Start building an email list and consider creating a monthly newsletter. The marketing tactics they employ. Their pricing strategies.

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Drive.com

APRIL 4, 2025

MORE: MG ute all but confirmed for Australia (published November 2024) Prices will be confirmed closer to launch, but it is expected the U9 will target the more affordable end of the ute market from about $40,000 to $50,000 drive-away currently dominated by GWM and LDVs older T60. LDV Terron 9 electric and diesel.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 27, 2025

In today’s competitive landscape, the question of why someone would choose to work in marketing, especially within the automotive industry, represents a journey filled with passion, creativity, and strategic thinking. Creativity Meets Strategy Marketing, at its core, is about storytelling and communication.

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Drive.com

MARCH 31, 2025

The conversation covered topics ranging from the systems engineering to its market impact, and it offered valuable insights into Nissans electrified line-up’s future direction. million units worldwide across 68 markets. Another critical piece of the puzzle is Nissans dealership network.

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Honda e:Ny1 While there are a number of startup and established carmakers from China operating in their home market, its still an important region for so-called legacy brands such as Nissan and Honda. Honda moved to a fixed-price ‘agency’ sales model in mid-2021, where it took ownership of its dealership network.

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Shawn Ryder

APRIL 27, 2025

The automotive industry is rapidly evolving, and for car dealerships in Anderson, South Carolina, leveraging digital marketing is no longer optionalits essential. This blog post explores how car dealers in Anderson can significantly benefit from digital marketing strategies tailored to their unique local market.

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Carscoops

APRIL 16, 2025

Furthermore, the Solterra is now equipped with a battery preconditioning system for more efficient charging in cold weather, and has a North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, providing access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Pricing and detailed specifications will be announced closer to the market launch.

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Autocar

APRIL 9, 2025

The launch is the latest move by BYD to ramp up its European market assault and its most ambitious, with executive vice-president Stella Li previously telling Autocar it was targeting Porsche and other European upmarketperformance brands. As well as the Z9 and D9, Denza currently offers the N7 and N9 SUVs in China.

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Automotive Addicts

JANUARY 8, 2025

Though this technology wont be market-ready for several years, Hyundai Mobis is clearly prioritizing a safer and more entertaining driving environment. Debuting in models set to hit the market by late 2025, this system transforms the lower portion of the windshield into an interactive display.

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