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Kia UK CEO Paul Philpott is appointed SMMT president
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) ha announced that Paul Philpott, president and CEO, Kia UK will be its new president, its 84th since formation. Announced at SMMT’s 108th Annual Dinner, he will assume office from 1 January…
Autotrader reveals fastest-selling used car of November
The all-electric Kia Niro (3-5 years) is currently the UK’s fastest-selling used car, taking on average just 13 days to leave retailers’ forecourts, according to Autotrader. This is more than twice as fast as the current November used car average (32 days), which is consistent with the usual seasonal slowdown – used cars took an average of 32 days…
Town & Country Cars crowned Digital Advertising Champion by IAB
The Town & Country Cars was recognised by the Internet Advertising Bureau as a Digital Advertising Champion, this year. Town & Country Cars attended the IAB’s Parliamentary Reception, hosted by Dame Caroline Dinenage MP in the Houses of Parliament, London…
Ken Jervis Kia celebrates 25th anniversary
Ken Jervis Kia celebrates 25 years serving Stoke-on-Trent as a franchised dealership. Established in 1954, the business took on the Kia in 2000. It has sold an estimated 20,000 new and used vehicles. In 2025, the dealership has delivered over…
Apprenticeship Central explains Budget outcome
Apprenticeship Central has explained the Budget’s impact on apprenticeships. The company discusses the apprenticeship levy, Youth Guarantee, Apprenticeship system reforms, and wage increases. The Apprenticeship Levy is being replaced by the Growth & Skills Levy, designed to fund both apprenticeships…
Arnold Clark raise over £1m for Kiltwalk charities
Arnold Clark employees raised more than £1 million for charities across Scotland through the Kiltwalk. A special event was held on 21 November at the Arnold Clark Legends Lounge next to Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh. Eddie Hawthorne,…
Pay-per-mile tax to reduce sales of EVs
The pay-per-mile tax on electric cars due to come into play in April will hit demand for EVs, according to the Office for Public Responsibility (OBR). Chancellor Rachel announced the charges will equal £0.03 per mile for battery electric cars…