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Lexus named top franchise in Winter 2026 NFDA Dealer Attitude Survey
Lexus secured top spot in the Winter 2026 National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) Dealer Attitude Survey, as Mercedes-Benz and Kia follow close behind. Lexus emerged as the top franchise in the UK for retailers once more. The Japanese brand secured…
Dealers pay more to refurbish older used car stock
Six out of 10 dealers (61%) say repairing minor dents is the cosmetic fix most likely to increase the showroom appeal of a used car, according to new research. Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, said: “One of the…
Vertu Kia PBV Bradford is dealer’s first Kia PBV site
Vertu has opened its first Kia Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) site, in Bradford. Vertu Kia PBV Bradford will be located next to the existing Vertu Kia Bradford dealership on Canal Road. A six-figure investment was made, transforming a former Vertu…
Motorway teams with Mobilize to offer ex-finance cars to dealers
Motorway has teamed up with Mobilize Financial Services to offer end-of-term cars on finance to dealers as an additional stock source. Mobilize Financial Services is the vehicle financing partner of Renault Group and Nissan in the UK. At the end…
Vertu Derby Citroën named Large Retailer of the Year at Citroën National Chevron Awards
Vertu Derby Citroën was named Large Retailer of the Year by Citroën at its National Chevron Awards event. The award recognises sustained standards across sales, service and operational delivery. Judges assess performance over time, placing emphasis on consistency, customer experience…
IMI calls on the government to mandate Techsafe standard for technology repairs
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) urging the government ensure the people maintaining, repairing, diagnosing, and recovering them hold demonstrable, auditable competence for consumer confidence and road safety. The IMI’s TechSafe standard was identified as the practical mechanism to…
Pinewood.AI solution updates enhance financial and customer insights
Pinewood.AI has added two new embedded modules to its Business Intelligence (BI) Solution to give dealers and OEMs enhanced insight into financial performance and customer journey. The Business Intelligence Solution is available across three tailored packages of Core Insights, Enhanced…