News
Steve Young Blog: Attracting aftersales customers
In ICDP research outputs and in my blog previously, we have talked about the need for franchised dealers to extend their aftersales business. It needs to get out to older age vehicles and additional repair categories in order to address…
Gates Ford celebrates 2025 Ford President’s Award achievement
Gates Ford has been recognised as a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Ford President’s Award – one of the highest honours awarded by Ford Motor Company. The Ford President’s Award is reserved for dealerships that consistently demonstrate excellence in customer…
BEVs capture 20% of European new car sales in 2026
New car sales across Europe increased by 4% in the year to May, according to the latest figures from the European carmakers association ACEA. In the first five months of 2026, 950,521 new battery-electric cars were registered, capturing 20% of…
Jaecoo sponsors Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR).
Jaecoo UK has been appointed as the new title partner for Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR). The multi-year agreement sees Jaecoo join forces with a competition that continues to build momentum and reach new audiences across English sport. From the beginning…
Used car market delivers resilient performance in June
The UK’s used car market delivered a resilient performance in June despite political and economic uncertainty. Trade values outperformed seasonal norms and demand remained stable across much of the retail sector. Jeremy Yea, senior valuations editor at Solera cap hpi,…
Subaru UK partners with Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hikes
Subaru UK has partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hikes, the marathon and half-marathon walks taking place at locations across the UK. Subaru’s product range will be present at hiking destinations, including Bakewell in the Peak District and Blenheim Palace…
Lepas to make public debut in UK at Goodwood weeks before L8 arrival
Lepas will make its UK public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026, taking place between 9 to 12 July. The manufacturer will showcase the L8 premium SUV before its official launch later in the month. Ray Wang, managing…