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Valeting firm Autoclenz becomes Employee Ownership Trust
Autoclenz Holdings has completed its transition to becoming an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) The Swadlincote-based company provides vehicle valeting and preparation services for the automotive industry. An employee ownership trust (EOT) can allow business owners to sell a controlling stake…
Chery Commercial Vehicle to launch DELIVAN at CV Show next week
Chery Commercial Vehicle (CCV), part of the global Chery Holding Group, will launch its European-focused CV brand – DELIVAN at the Commercial Vehicle Show which is taking place at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from 21–23 April. DELIVAN will…
Ex-Volvo commercial director Robert Deane joins crash repair group Activate
(Pic: James Robinson) Former Volvo UK commercial director Robert Deane has joined Activate Group as managing director of Activate Accident Repair and Activate Parts. At Volvo Deane oversaw a network of 93 retail sites, leading aftersales, operations, parts supply and…
LCV values reached highest point in two years at BCA last month
Average used LCV values rose to their highest point in two years at BCA in March as strong demand and rising buyer numbers combined to deliver a strong market performance. LCV values in March averaged £8,727, a rise of £334…
Ford returns to British Motor Show for sixth consecutive year
Ford has announced its return to the British Motor Show, taking place at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre between 21 and 23 August, for the sixth consecutive year. The manufacturer will be showcasing its “Go Electric” initiative and promoting…
Chinese-made new cars make ‘notable headway’ on Auto Trader in April
Chinese-made vehicles account for more than half of top 10 most-in demand new cars across all fuel types on Auto Trader in April. Volkswagen’s Golf (3.4%) continued its strong run, topping the rankings for the third consecutive month, ahead of…
BYD to debut Dolphin Cargo LCV at CV Show 2026
BYD will showcase the Dolphin Cargo LCV at the 2026 CV Show at the NEC, Birmingham next week. The first model to commence BYD commercial sales in the UK, it is a van conversion of its electric hatchback. It provides…