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Hatchbacks named in profitability list
A new-entry hatchback took top spot in Dealer Auction’s Retail Margin Monitor sub-£10,000 retail bracket for the first time: the petrol Renault Clio. It was joined by other hatchbacks – the diesel BMW 1 Series in third and the petrol…
Geely becomes latest Chinese brand to use Motability sales channel
2576979863 Geely Auto has become the latest Chinese brand to use the Motability sales channel. Motability wants to expand the range of affordable, diverse vehicle options available to disabled drivers in 2026. Since 2024, the Motability Scheme has welcomed six…
Used van dealer found guilty of fraudulent trading
A used car and van trader has been sentenced after being found guilty of fraudulent trading, following an investigation by Oxfordshire County Council’s trading standards team. Grzegorz Seczkowski, 41, from Abingdon, who traded as GNA Car Sales, was found to…
Ray Chapman Motors celebrates opening of Chery dealership in York
Ray Chapman Motors has officially opened its Chery showroom in York, marking a significant milestone in the company’s 57-year history. The opening was attended by the Right Honourable, The Lord Mayor of York, Martin Rowley BEM. Located at 223 Malton…
Vertu Motors takes on Geely franchise in Glasgow
Vertu Motors has taken on its first UK Geely Auto dealership in Glasgow. The Vertu Geely Glasgow South dealership is now open for business, with redevelopment of the site ongoing. Geely launched in the UK in late 2025, initially with…
TrustFord celebrates official opening of Trowbridge dealership
TrustFord has officially celebrated the opening of its newly refurbished dealership in Trowbridge. The dealership was opened on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, by TrustFord CEO Stuart Mustoe and Catherine Blee, passenger vehicle director, Ford of Britain & Ireland, alongside members…
Hendy Foundation announces new trustee appointments
Hendy Foundation, the charitable organisation affiliated with the Hendy car dealer network, has expanded its Board of Trustees. The new members will maximise fundraising efforts in support of local projects, people, events and charitable organisations. Rebecca Hendy, Chairperson of Hendy…