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Dealers and AI: Lessons from Las Vegas
Mike Allen, long time follower of dealer groups, visited the huge NADA dealer show in Las Vegas to check out the latest AI and technology trends in the US A week at NADA is usually enough to kill a few…
AA warns of ‘fragile’ transition to electric vehicles in the UK
Falling prices f used EVs is giving a boost to the UK’s transition to electric vehicles. But the transition” remains fragile” according to the to The AA’s latest EV Readiness Index The AA said low residual values were putting pressure…
eBay launches Kia store
eBay has launched a new official branded store for Kia. Kia owners will be able to access an extensive range of high-quality, OEM accessories and peripherals, for both legacy and current models. Chris Lear, Aftersales Director at Kia UK, said:…
FCA to publish details of motor finance redress scheme on 30 March
The Financial Conduct Authority said today it will publish its approach on the motor finance redress scheme when markets close on Monday 24 March. It has arrived at this point following a consultation. It has said it believes a compensation…
Vindis Škoda Bury St Edmunds wins Škoda Retailer of the Year
Škoda UK has announced the winners of its 2025 Retailer of the Year (ROTY) Awards, with Vindis Škoda (Bury St Edmunds) winning the main award for the second year running. Vindis Škoda Bury St Edmunds won Retailer of the Year,…
Dealers say ageing stock means more time spent reassuring customers
Four out of 10 dealers (39%) spend more time “reassuring customers” as a result of having to sell older used car stock, according to Startline’s March Used Car Tracker which questioned 301 consumers and 61 dealers. In addition, 36% have…
Electric van volumes up 74%, says Manheim
Manheim Auction Services, part of Cox Automotive Europe, has reported a strong start to the year for electric van sales. Between January and February, electric van volumes increased by 74% year-on-year, the highest performance in the first months of the…