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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…
Revealed the most reliable electric cars in the UK
A new study of electric vehicle (EV) repairs across the UK has revealed the Nissan Leaf as the country’s most reliable used electric car for 2025. The data, based on a sample of 1,000 real-world repair claims paid by Warranty…
Jaecoo 7 was ‘most-enquired’ new car on Carwow in 2025
The Jaecoo 7 attracted more customer enquiries for UK dealers via Carwow than any other model during 2025, according to new analysis. Data also reveals that brand awareness of JAECOO among UK car buyers has increased from 46% to 61%…
Motor Trader Leaders Brunch flies high at Kia Oval
The Motor Trader Leaders Brunch 2026, the premium, invitation-only strategy forum for franchised and independent dealer group leaders, took place to a capacity audience at the Kia Oval, London, on Thursday 29 January 2026. Sarah Furness, an ex-RAF combat helicopter…
Chery UK hosts its inaugural Retailer Conference and Awards
The inaugural Chery UK Retailer Conference took place this week in Coventry, celebrating the brand’s breakthrough growth and recognising the achievements of its top-performing retailers. The brand launched in the UK in August 2025 and is entering 2026 with a…