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Dealers report acceleration in EV demand, says Close Brothers

Dealerships are experiencing an acceleration in electric vehicle (EV) demand, according to Close Brothers Motor Finance (CBMF). Customer enquiries, vehicle purchases, and finance applications have gathered pace over the past 12 months. The research suggests over eight in 10 dealerships…

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Average sold price of used petrol car falls to 2026 low

The average sold price of a used petrol car fell to its lowest level of 2026 in August, according to MarketCheck. This news follows a period of stability over the summer. The average sold price stood at £15,234 in August…

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Nicolas Hamilton: The Drive Within

British racing driver Nicolas Hamilton discusses securing silverware, overcoming barriers, his ambitions for the future, and his relationship with sponsor Vertu Motors. “Motorsport is a team sport. I’m the person in the car. I’m the final piece to the puzzle…

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BMW, VW, and Land Rover dominate consumer interest rankings

Established European brands, led by BMW, Volkswagen and Land Rover dominate consumer interest across overall and EV rankings on Autotrader. Autotrader’s latest data shows high levels of consumer engagement across the new car market. Bex Kennett, head of new car…

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Greenhous Group to represent Xpeng in Shropshire

Greenhous Group will represent Xpeng in Shropshire. Launched in the UK car market in 2025, Xpeng already operates over ten dealerships across the UK. Ashley Passant, managing director of car and van operations at Greenhous Group, said: “We are excited…

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EV choice for UK customers doubles in three years, says SMMT

British drivers have access to an increasing variety of electric vehicles, with manufacturers launching the equivalent of one fully electric model every fortnight for the past three years, says the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Since 2023, 85…

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Athenea Automotive Group appoints new group aftersales director

Athenea Automotive Group has appointed Richard Lodge, a senior figure whose career already spans both Brayleys Cars and Johnsons Cars, as group aftersales director. Lodge will lead aftersales operations across Athenea’s 79 sales points and 21 franchise brands. His remit…

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