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Abarth 500e qualifies for Government Electric Car Grant
The all-electric Abarth 500e now qualifies for the UK Government’s Band 1 Electric Car Grant, worth £3,750. Customers can now purchase the Abarth 500e from just £24,245 on-the-road (£27,245 for Abarth 500e Convertible). Kris Cholmondeley, managing director at FIAT &…
Used van market remains resilient in Q2, says Manheim
Demand and buyer engagement for used vans has remained healthy throughout Q2 while buyers become more selective with their stock acquisition, according to Mnaheim Auction Services. Average selling prices across Manheim auctions reduced from £9,505 in Q1 to £8,489 in…
Dealers anticipate ‘game changing’ BYD flash charging
Nine out of 10 used car dealers (90%) in the UK say BYD’s flash charging will be a “game changer” for electric cars, according to Startline’s July Used Car Tracker which questioned 60 dealers. This research shows 78% believe that…
Big Motoring World deploys Jigcar’s AI Transport Management System
Big Motoring World has deployed Jigcar’s AI-powered Transport Management System (TMS) to streamline the movement of up to 200 vehicles per day across its nationwide network. The system has replaced manual, paper-based processes with a single, centralised system covering transport…
Vertu fleet centre in Birmingham to handle Mazda enquiries
Vertu’s fleet centre in Birmingham, which recently took on franchises for both BYD and Geely, will be responsible for dealing with fleet enquiries for the Mazda range. Customers can explore models in the range in person at Vertu Mazda Redditch.…
Vines partners with Mad Devs for iStoreDOCS system
Vines Group has partnered with Mad Devs, rolling out its document management system iStoreDOCS across its dealerships to improve the customer journey and boost online sales. Mad Devs’ iStoreDOCS solution allows customers to complete a purchase remotely, while dealership teams…
Johnsons Cars and Brayleys unite as ‘Athenea Automotive Group’
Johnsons Cars and Brayleys have come together under a single new name, Athenea Automotive Group. Inspired by Athena, the symbol of wisdom, Athenea is a nod to the group’s parent business, Athenaeum. The full rollout of the brand across dealerships,…