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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CarExpert

MARCH 19, 2025

In February 2020, Holden announced it would cease operations in Australia at the end of that year, leaving its network of almost 200 dealers with one fewer brand to sell or with none at all. These dealers upheld their end of the bargain. We welcome the decision,” the company said in a statement.

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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. Pricing on the HiLux starts from the entry-level HiLux Workmate Single Cab priced from $27,730 and tops out at the HiLux GR Sport Diesel dual cab, which carries a $74,310 retail price tag.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 10, 2025

Theres been real excitement around the arrival of the G6 in the area, and were confident that Scottish drivers will appreciate just how much this all-electric SUV has to offer – especially in terms of quality, technology and value. XPENG plans to open 20 to 25 dealerships across the UK by the end of 2025, supported by aftersales hubs.

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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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Motor Trader

APRIL 3, 2025

If you feel uncomfortable going to those events because you dont know what you are going to get, then you dont go, and it means that you dont get the opportunity to go to events and network when you should. There are women at all levels in automotive retail and its important we see them and hear from them. Clay echoes this sentiment.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Neil Addley, MD of JudgeService, said: “The Autumn Budget presented the government with a golden opportunity to accelerate EV uptake, in line with its punitive ZEV mandate targets, by incentivising retail buyers.

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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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Motor Trader

APRIL 3, 2025

Whether it be, retail, fleet, or Motability. The cars are appealing to a wider audience now, from a demographic perspective and coupled with all the new facilities around the UK, in terms of showrooms, its attracting a lot more people and were selling more cars. Were on track to grow that further this year. The figures bear it out.

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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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Shawn Ryder

MAY 1, 2025

In this blog, we explore how automotive retailers can leverage various digital marketing tactics to thrive in the Van Voorhis and greater Pennsylvania market. Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising for Immediate Leads While SEO builds long-term visibility, PPC advertising provides immediate results.

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Dealer World

JULY 29, 2024

The survey offers a candid, on-the-ground view of auto retail’s opportunities and challenges in the near and medium term,” said Erin Kerrigan, Founder and Managing Director of Kerrigan Advisors. As with 2023, a slim minority project dealership earnings to increase in the near-term.

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Carscoops

JUNE 13, 2024

Infiniti told retailers that the target demographic for its new SUV flagship comprises individuals earning over $250,000 annually with a net worth of at least $1 million. ” Amid the slowdown in EV adoption, Infiniti is “adjusting” its strategy while maintaining a long-term commitment to electrification. ”

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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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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 4, 2025

With an increasing number of sellers turning to Amazon, FBA offers a potentially fruitful alternative to traditional retail methods. Long-term Storage Fees: Items that remain in Amazon’s warehouse for more than 365 days incur long-term storage fees, which can deter profitability Is FBA Right for Your Small Business?

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Automotive Addicts

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

General Motors (GM) has finally opened up Tesla’s vast Supercharger network to its electric vehicle (EV) owners, offering access to over 17,800 charging stations across the U.S. GM is investing in other fast-charging networks, including its partnership with EVGo, which offers 350-kW charging stations across the country. and Canada.

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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.

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Motor Trader

JUNE 10, 2024

Toyota and Lexus are employers of choice, and our retail network provides a wide range of career opportunities throughout the UK. This story continues at Toyota GB features in IMI ‘There’s More to Motor’ digital campaign Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 9, 2025

Utilize tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console to gather insights about: Search Terms: Examine the keywords people use to find your dealership or related services. Networking and Community Engagement Building strong relationships within your local community can enhance your visibility and credibility.

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Dealer World

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Present and future technology and data management challenges, particularly after the CDK cyberattack, are leading more dealers to consider a sale in the near term. This does not enhance the diversity of an OEM’s network.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 10, 2025

On a global scale, the Chinese car industry has already proved a huge disruptor in terms of the overall auto market, stealing a chunk of volume from established brands and helping to push the likes of Volkswagen and Nissan against the financial ropes. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 29, 2025

Speaking with CarExpert , Leapmotor Australia chief Andy Hoang said “for us… everything’s on the table” in terms of future products. C01 Here, Leapmotor has tapped both Stellantis existing dealer network, including Jeep outlets, plus some new partners. It’s reportedly built on the same platform as the B10.

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Auto Retail Network

JANUARY 16, 2023

Those organisations which allow customer service standards to drop will feel the impact on the bottom line – not always immediately, but inevitably and significantly in the longer term. The post Retailers can’t let customer service standards slip during a tough 2023 appeared first on Auto Retail Network.

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CarExpert

AUGUST 10, 2024

I asked this question of Dr Andrew Simpson, formerly of Evie Networks, Tesla, and presently managing director of consultancy Verdant Vision. There are some attractive tariff plans, which are good examples of DSR, available right now from several energy retailers. Will this trend continue beyond early adopters?

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CarExpert

MARCH 18, 2024

While he says it’s early days, having only just stepped into the role, he currently has no plans to change the way Genesis sells its vehicles or to dramatically expand its retail network. The brand has seven locations nationwide, which it owns and runs. Vehicles are sold at these locations with fixed prices.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

With great range, low running costs and a fast-growing UK charging network, running an all-electric car is easier than ever If you’ve been thinking about making the switch to an all-electric car but you’re worried about whether right now is the right time, you’re probably not alone.

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Drive.com

JULY 27, 2024

Mazda Australia is staunchly committed to its dealer and retail network, and has – again – shot down the idea of following Honda and Mercedes-Benz down the direct-to-consumer sales model. And Mazda Australia will leverage its nearly 150-strong network in the second half of the year to try and reverse its downward sales trajectory.

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CarExpert

OCTOBER 16, 2024

“In terms of the technology that the car brings and the price point, we think that customers will see it as a really strong value proposition… but we’re not aiming to be the cheapest,” said Mr Caffola. While Deepal remains tight-lipped about S07 pricing, early indications suggest that affordability is a focus.

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AutoSuccessOnline

AUGUST 16, 2024

Since the car is not owned by the lessee, the lessor needs assurance that the lessee will reliably fulfill their payment obligations throughout the lease term. These stipulations range from consumer documents (identity, residence, income, employment) to dealer documents (retail installment contract, gap contract).

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Marshall Motor Group Aston Martin’s UK dealer network and will operate from Sevenoaks. The significant long-term investment being made from our UK dealer network represents the positive trajectory of the Aston Martin brand along with a strong confidence in the new portfolio of models we have brought to market.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

We are here to see CEO John O’Hanlon who has a strong record in motor retailing. New retail volumes in the first half of 2024 are up 3.5%, used retail volumes up 36%, service hours up 15.2% We had much smaller new car market on the past few years, and it has now recovered to pre-term pandemic. The results are good.

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Autocar

APRIL 1, 2024

In the medium term, Blundell said he’d like to see BYD “established as a credible brand, with an established infrastructure and dealer network and to be part of the landscape” in the UK. “We We need coverage in key markets and robust aftersales.”

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

With fleet, company, and salary sacrifice markets already saturated, the biggest opportunity for incremental EV sales lies in retail ICE enquiries. Comprehensive training must also be a priority, covering electricity tariffs, charging networks, and available incentives to ensure sales teams can confidently answer customer queries.

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Dealer World

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The buyer, The CAR Group, owned by the Conant family, represents a collection of high-volume, award-winning retail automotive franchises operating under the “Norm Reeves” brand. This demand is driving highly favorable terms for sellers, making it an opportune time for those looking to capitalize on top franchises in top markets.

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Dealer World

AUGUST 13, 2024

Understanding secure digital transport (SDT) of data Data in transit refers to data actively moving from one location to another, such as across the internet or even through a private networks. While enhancing the customer experience is important, neglecting data privacy can have long-term detrimental effects.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 26, 2025

More are coming every year, and each one has unique warranty periods and terms. This is intended to provide information on what the average buyer can expect from each brand in terms of their standard warranties, with caveats and disclaimers explained within each section where possible or necessary.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 23, 2024

CitNOW Insights will allow retailers to make data-driven decisions that enhance operations and profitability. We have a strong track record in helping retailers deliver a seamless and streamlined customer experience, creating memorable customer moments that drive loyalty and long-term relationships.”

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