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Used EVs sell faster than wider market for third consecutive month

Used electric vehicles have sold faster than the wider UK used car market for three consecutive months, according to the latest data from Brego. Its data shows that average EV days to sale remained at 35 days throughout June, July…

Ex-Lookers boss James Brearley upbeat but warns of PCP upheaval ahead

Former Lookers CEO and Inchcape UK MD James Brearley issued an optimistic take on the state of the UK motor retail market although he did warn of headwinds further down the road. Posting on LinkedIn he said while dealers were…

GSF investment to improve access to parts for Chinese vehicles

GSF Car Parts is investing in stock, technical support and training to help customers capitalise on the rapid growth of Chinese vehicle in the UK. SMMT data shows a steep rise in registrations of Chinese vehicles in 2026. Chinese brands…

Nissan invests £170m in Sunderland plant to build Kicks model

Nissan is to pump £170m into its Sunderland plant to build a new model called Nissan Kicks. The compact B-segment crossover features Nissan’s e‑Power hybrid technology will be manufactured alongside the Qashqai, Juke and Leaf. Massimiliano Messina, chairperson Nissan AMIEO…

Bowker Chery Preston is ‘top for customer experience’ on Reputation.com

Bowker Chery Preston is being filled as the “best UK dealership for customer experience and reputation” across all UK dealerships listed on reputation.com. Reputation.com assesses 4,500 franchised dealerships nationwide. And Bowker Chery on the Docks in Preston recorded a reputation…

Petrol Retailers Association warns of ‘inevitable’ fuel price hikes

The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has warned of imminent increases in fuel prices on forecourts because of the Middle East crisis. It said ongoing global fuel supply pressures, with the Iran War disrupting oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz…

McLaren Automotive announces £500m investment to expand production capability in UK

McLaren Automotive will invest £500m to expand its UK manufacturing, engineering and operations. Increasing vehicle output will ensure the next generation of McLaren Automotive cars are built in Britain, including a newly confirmed performance SUV, which will be made possible…