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JCT600 opens Skoda and Volkswagen dealership in Doncaster
JCT600 has opened a Škoda and Volkswagen dealership in Doncaster. The brands will initially be based at JCT600’s current Audi Doncaster site on Wheatley Hall Road, with plans to relocate to new dedicated local dealerships in the coming months. JCT600 is…
Eden Motor Group acquires Maxda Newbury franchise from Motorlux
Eden Motor Group is now representing Mazda in Newbury having bought relevant Motorlux assets from owner Richard Shepherd. As part of this transition the Mazda franchise has transferred to Eden’s established Vauxhall site. All existing roles at the site have…
Statement of intent: Stellantis hits back
An avalanche of Chinese brands is due to set up shop in the UK in 2026 and targeting the mainstream market. Given that news, Stellantis’ British operation might appear to be more exposed than many, with its Citroën, Fiat, Jeep,…
Motors & Cazoo reveals fastest selling used cars in January
Nearly new models aged under six months, with less than 5,000 miles on their clocks were the fastest sellers in January on the Motors marketplace. Top of the list was the MG MG3, with petrol models averaging just 7.4 days…
Seizing opportunities in the year ahead
A new year, a new beginning, the latest ideas. Motor Trader kick-started 2026 with the Leaders Brunch event on 29 January, bringing together franchised and independent dealers. It was held at Kia Oval and looked at the opportunities and challenges…
Kona Electric is latest car to be eligible for Government Electric Car Grant
The Kona Electric is now eligible for the Government’s Electric Car Grant. Every Kona Electric now qualifies1 for the Electric Car Grant Band 2, providing £1,500 off the on-the-road purchase price. As well as providing retail customers with a £1,500…
Vertu Motors shuts Honda Bradford and Citroen Macclesfield
Vertu Motors has shut two dealerships after running the rule over their financial viability. The group announced that it had closed Honda Bradford and Citroen Macclesffield. A spokesperson for Vertu Motors said: “We have carefully reviewed the financial viability of…