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Aion is Telford Tigers ice hockey team headline sponsor

Aion is the new headline sponsor of the Telford Tigers ice hockey team, in partnership with local Shrewsbury dealer Sailhouse Cars. The team will officially compete as the Aion Telford Tigers for the 2026/27 season. Chris Carr, owner of Sailhouse…

MT INTERVIEW: Andrew Burn, Athenea Automotive Group deputy CEO

Motor Trader caught up with Athenea Automotive Group deputy CEO, Andrew Burn, who shared details behind the consolidation of Johnsons and Brayleys and plans for the future. Q: Why did this consolidation make strategic sense now? The timing reflects both…

MT INTERVIEW: Russell Day, Day’s Motor Group

Founded in 1926, family-owned Day’s Motor Group has grown from its origins in South Wales into a £291m turnover multi-franchise operation. The timing was right. Motor Trader caught up with CEO and managing director of Day’s Motor Group, Russell Day…

Dealers report acceleration in EV demand, says Close Brothers

Dealerships are experiencing an acceleration in electric vehicle (EV) demand, according to Close Brothers Motor Finance (CBMF). Customer enquiries, vehicle purchases, and finance applications have gathered pace over the past 12 months. The research suggests over eight in 10 dealerships…

Average sold price of used petrol car falls to 2026 low

The average sold price of a used petrol car fell to its lowest level of 2026 in August, according to MarketCheck. This news follows a period of stability over the summer. The average sold price stood at £15,234 in August…

Nicolas Hamilton: The Drive Within

British racing driver Nicolas Hamilton discusses securing silverware, overcoming barriers, his ambitions for the future, and his relationship with sponsor Vertu Motors. “Motorsport is a team sport. I’m the person in the car. I’m the final piece to the puzzle…

BMW, VW, and Land Rover dominate consumer interest rankings

Established European brands, led by BMW, Volkswagen and Land Rover dominate consumer interest across overall and EV rankings on Autotrader. Autotrader’s latest data shows high levels of consumer engagement across the new car market. Bex Kennett, head of new car…