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Bowker Motor Group to represent Lepas in Blackburn and Preston
Bowker Motor Group to open Lepas dealerships in Blackburn and Preston Bowker Motor Group is to represent Lepas in Blackburn and Preston this summer with a model range focused on hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles. First to launch will…
YouGov rates top car brands in UK automotive rankings report
Volkswagen was rated the top brand in the UK in a new YouGov UK Automotive Rankings report. Volkswagen got an index score of 26.1 closely followed by Toyota in second place with a score of 24, Mercedes-Benz (23.1), Volvo (21.1),…
Dealers increase recruitment for in-demand EV technicians
Dealers increased EV technicians recruitment by 59% in May compared to May 2025, according to the IMI Vacancies Tracker. It said the rebound in EV Technician recruitment showed that employers continue to invest in skills that support changing vehicle technologies.…
Mad Devs makes six-figure investment to strengthen dealer cybersecurity
Mad Devs has completed a six-figure investment programme to strengthen cybersecurity protections for over 2,000 UK dealers that rely on its software platform. The investment will enhance its technology infrastructure, formalising information security processes and embedding cyber security practices across…
Independent garage Association calls for increase to MoT fee
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has called on the Government to urgently review the current MOT fee for class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles. IT said the cost has remained static for 16 years despite “significant increases” in costs that…
Vertu shortlisted for Best Motor Dealer at Scotland’s Business Awards
Vertu has been shortlisted for the Best Motor Dealer in Scotland award for the second time at Scotland’s business Awards. The retailer picked up the accolade last year when Vertu Toyota Ayr won just one year after the £5 million facility opened…
Minister opens Lotus’ Hethel Performance Hub in Norfolk
Lotus’ new Hethel Performance Hub (HPH) based on the group’s HQ in Norfolk has been officially opened by Chris McDonald MP, Industry Minister. The hub builds on Lotus’ engineering, manufacturing and testing capability at Hethel while creating new opportunities for…