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UK car production stabilises in March but exports take a hit
UK vehicle production fell -8.2% in March to 72,511 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Production of cars was 69,755 cars, down -0.8%) while 2,756 commercial vehicles (down -68.3%) were produced following strong growth last…
Commercial Vehicle Show sees 15% rise in visitors year-on-year
The Commercial Vehicle Show 2026 drew 14,991 visitors to the NEC in Birmingham last week, a 15% increase year-on-year. More than 320 exhibitors took part, up 30% on 2025, with the show co-located alongside the Bus & Coach Expo to…
Crewe Seat picks up sales customer experience award
Crewe Seat was named Sales Customer Experience Winner at the annual Seat Retailer Awards. The award celebrates dealerships that consistently deliver an outstanding experience throughout the sales journey. Sam Booth, head of business at Crewe Seat, said: “We’re delighted to…
Used car prices rise in April for first time this year, says Cazoo
Used car prices strengthened in April as stock levels and days to sell remained stable, according to the Cazoo Market View. Average prices increased for the first time this year rising 0.8% (£149) to £17,696. Lucy Tugby, marketing director of…
Vertu reveals success of its JLR cyber attack insurance claim
Vertu Motors has been notified by its insurers of a successful settlement of the Group’s business interruption insurance claim relating to the cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover in September 2025. The total claim recovery has been agreed at £3.9mn, against…
Group 1 to take on three Geely dealerships in the UK
Group 1 has signed an agreement with Chinese carmaker Geely to represent the brand at three new locations. In a note accompanying its Q1 results it said it was also evaluating representation with two additional Chinese OEMs in the UK.…
Eden Motor Retail takes on Mazda franchise in Exeter
Eden Motor Retail is to open a Mazda dealership in Exeter in May, joining its existing Mazda businesses in Basingstoke, Reading, Newbury and Taunton. Graeme Potts, Eden Motor Retail CEO, said: “I am delighted that Eden is expanding its Mazda…