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AutoProtect reports ‘marked rise’ in cosmetic repairs on increasingly complex vehicles

2023027298 AutoProtect is reporting a “marked rise” in demand for cosmetic repairs for vehicles involved in accidents. It said the demand is being driven by the increased complexity of modern vehicles. “Even relatively minor damage near sensors and cameras that…

NFDA aims to recruit apprentices into motor sector at Coventry Careers Fair

 The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) is pushing to attract apprentices into the motor retail sector. The trade body is promoting its industry initiative, Drive My Career, at the Coventry Careers Fair on Wednesday 7 October, showcasing the range of…

Marshall Motor Group opens Genesis site in Kent

Marshall Motor Group has opened a new Genesis site in Kent. Located at Orbital Business Park, Ashford, the Genesis retailer offers a high-end brand experience. Mark Griffiths, head of marketing and PR at Genesis Motor UK, said: “The Genesis momentum…

Dealers need to have ‘high confidence’ of breakeven with Chinese brands in year three

Dealers need to have “high confidence” of breakeven in year three with   new Chinese entrants to the UK market or else they will look elsewhere. That’s the view of And Goss, chairman of Vertu Motor Group and the author of…

Dealer Auction sees bids increase by 10,000 in August

The total number of bids on the Dealer Auction platform increased by 10,000. The month delivered a healthy supply of fresh vehicles, strong sales volumes and a solid average sold price. The total retail value of vehicles sold remained solid…

Solera cap hpi raises funds for Bangers4Ben 2026

Pauline Thomson, key account manager at cap hpi, and Wendy Swaine, head of strategic relationships at cap hpi, will raise funds through Bangers4Ben 2026. Fundraisers will set off on the Pyrenees route from 2 to 6 October. A spokesperson for…

Chery van brand Delivan gears up for UK launch

Delivan, the commercial vehicle brand owned by Chery Commercial Vehicle, has unveiled its van range at IAA Transportation 2026, including two core electric models and four specialist conversions. The vans were first shown at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham…