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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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Skywell UK has appointed Bob Davies Car Sales and Auto Capital as the main dealers for South Wales and North London, respectively. In addition to new vehicle sales, the dealers will serve as the Skywell authorised repairers, offering servicing, MOTs, repairs, genuine Skywell parts. This offer is available for a limited time.

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Carscoops

MARCH 20, 2024

Shell, the world’s second-largest fossil fuel explorer, currently operates over 46,000 retail locations globally, predominantly gas stations. ” The company did not specify where the retail locations it shuts down are located. ” The company did not specify where the retail locations it shuts down are located. .

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 9, 2024

Members of the automotive leaders’ organisation Automotive Fellowship International (AFI) have reformed into a new independent entity, the Automotive Leadership Network (ALN). Members of the ALN include senior leaders from retailers, manufacturers and industry associates. The network is governed by Chatham House Rules.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 7, 2025

The necessary evolution of the Volkswagen Group UK retailer network, to ensure that we have appropriate representation to meet our customers future needs, is a process that has been under way for a couple of years already and will continue into the future.

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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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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. Bohn in 1924 in New Orleans.

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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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Carscoops

MAY 15, 2024

but most sell vehicles out of existing Hyundai facilities Opening dedicated Genesis showrooms requires multi-million dollar investments Genesis sales rose by 3.4% increase in sales in the U.S. In April, the brand’s EVs accounted for 12% of its total sales. There are 253 Genesis dealers across the U.S. in the U.S.

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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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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read: Ford Gives Dealers Up To $22,500 To Push F-150 Lightning Sales According to Autonews , Ford’s plan was to store unsold EVs at 21 RRCs across the States. In other words, the whole sales experience became less flexible and more cumbersome, not exactly a win for the customer. That being said, we listen to our dealers.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

With senior roles in Mercedes-Benz UK, Volvo UK, Nio UK, and a Polestar global sales role, he has split his career 50/50 between OEM work and time as a dealer. Non-genuine agency brings the retailer far more into the sale of the car, gives them more responsibility and influence over the sale.

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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.

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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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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

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Mazda is one of Australias best-selling brands, but after a few setbacks, could 2025 be the year it finally beats its sales record? All of these enhancements combine to make BT-50 more compelling not only to retail customers but also for fleet, so it will have a valuable impact on our overall sales for the year.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Recent data from Urban Science revealed continued stability across the United States automotive retail network in 2024, with dealership counts up and a new post-pandemic throughput high expected in 2025. And retail sales overall, for all powertrain types, jumped 2.8 million unit sales in 2025.) compared to 2023.

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CarExpert

MARCH 4, 2025

There’s a caveat here, as 450 of these were delivered in January but weren’t reported in that month’s VFACTS industry sales report due to an administrative error. The Shark 6’s strong performance, along with the recent arrival of the Sealion 6 PHEV and Sealion 7 electric SUVs, helped push BYD sales up 111.8

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CarExpert

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

BYD says its Australian retail network will expand into more rural and regional areas as the brand chases ambitious sales targets for 2025. The company’s local distributor, EVDirect, intends to double its sales this year, fuelled (or is it charged?) The Dolphin hatch managed 2116 units.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 20, 2025

Toyota had a busy 2024 in Australia, with the Japanese auto giant surpassing previous record sales and finding new homes for the 241,296 new cars it sold last year. Disclaimer: Unless stated otherwise, the prices listed in this article are the recommended retail price and do not include on-road costs.

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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. Motorpoint is offering complimentary vehicle transfers to Motorpoint Norwich until the 26th January 2025. Car buyers can have a vehicle from any Motorpoint store moved to Norwich free of charge.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Polestar UK is one of the first European markets where Polestar moves to a non-genuine sales model. Polestar’s UK retail partners will soon be able to actively sell from each Space. Customers can still configure and order their Polestar online, and through the expanding network of Polestar Spaces.

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Auto Retail Network

DECEMBER 9, 2023

One year ago, Stellantis in the UK, under the control of Paul Willcox, set out his plan for the network including cutting the number of retailers, the volume aspirations and the plan to ‘go agency’. The post Stellantis, agency and its retail network, part 2 appeared first on Auto Retail Network.

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Drive.com

AUGUST 14, 2024

Ahead of its debut in Australia, the Chinese car maker is turning to established dealer networks across Australia to sell its models. Zeekr is partnering with established dealer networks to sell its electric vehicles across major states and territories in the country. We are partnering with strong franchise dealer networks out there.

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Carscoops

MAY 25, 2024

New report indicates that the company plans to open EV sales to its entire U.S. retail network. It could be the latest move from the company that has revised its expectations on electric vehicles, with slowing sales and an evolving marketplace cited as reasons. retail network rather than limiting it to stores.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Up to 700 jobs across the country are at risk following reports tyre retail giant Beaurepaires has been unable to find a new owner. The US tyre giant has also revealed the Dunlop brand has been put up for sale. The US tyre giant has also revealed the Dunlop brand has been put up for sale.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Begin with marketing tactics that can help your sales dealership. Let’s look at the different ways you can increase car sales at your dealership. Once you offer a unique customer experience, tap into your social network and reach out to the customers for feedback. This makes it difficult to win consumers in a competitive market.

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Autocar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Miller said this provides access to a nationwide aftersales network and an established database of fleet customers, enabling targeted cross-selling of Genesis products where they fit operators’ price-grading structures. Against the backdrop of a smaller model range and softer retail demand, its UK registrations were down 24.5%

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Dealer World

JULY 29, 2024

The survey, gathered from Kerrigan Advisors’ annual survey of automotive OEM executives in conjunction with the issuance of The Blue Sky Report®, is designed to gauge OEM executives’ perspectives on the franchise system, dealer profitability and electric vehicle sales.

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CarExpert

AUGUST 25, 2024

Cadillac is being established as a separate retail operation in Australia, and that involves selling its cars directly to customers instead of using franchised dealers. This retail format is reminiscent of rival luxury brand Genesis, which also launched in Australia with a limited number of locations that it runs itself.

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Dealer World

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Central to this process is the use of encryption in safeguarding customer data in automotive retail to avoid privacy breaches, and how dealerships can implement encryption to protect their customers and businesses. Customers now expect seamless online experiences, from researching vehicles to completing purchases.

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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.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The company is currently advertising a vacancy for a UK country manager, who will be responsible for establishing a sales infrastructure and a marketing strategy for the Microlino. The Microlino was first unveiled at the 2016 Geneva motor show and entered production six years later.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 14, 2025

As part of the accreditation, 12 Big Motoring World locations across the country have committed to the guidelines outlined in the Vehicle Sales and Service and Repair Codes. The Motor Ombudsman has welcomed Big Motoring World to its Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved Motor Industry Codes of Practice portfolio.

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Carscoops

MARCH 12, 2025

With only the F-Pace still in production, global car sales sunk to just 33,000 last year, way down from its 181,000 record in 2018. But the automaker is ready to get used to a new normal, with Glover claiming they’re comfortable selling even less once their new range goes on sale next year. And sell fewer cars they probably will.

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Motor Trader

JUNE 5, 2024

The RAC Dealer Network is now an approved partner to the Independent Motor Dealers Association (IMDA). As a result, the RAC Dealer Network will support the IMDA’s members while introducing news ones to the IMDA. The RAC Dealer Network includes over 1,400 used car, van, motorcycle and motorhome retailers across the UK.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 13, 2025

Clelands Volvo won the National Retailer of the Year accolade at the Volvo Car UK annual awards ceremony, Clelands was recognised for its outstanding performance in new and used car sales, which ranked it the top-performing Volvo retailer in the UK. It also achieved consistently high customer reviews.

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