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Ex-RAF combat pilot is star speaker at Leaders Brunch 20267
Motor Trader has lined up Sarah Furness, an ex-RAF combat helicopter pilot and Squadron Leader, as the star speaker for the Leaders Brunch 2026. The Leaders Brunch 2026 is a premium, invitation-only strategy forum for successful franchised and independent dealer…
BLOG EV Incentives are not the problem: uncertainty is
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) warn that electric vehicle incentives are “unsustainable”, a claim that risks confusing short-term commercial pressure with long-term market reality, writes Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy, MotorVise. If EV grants are withdrawn too…
Motors names most searched used car of 2025
The Volkswagen Golf was the most searched for used car in 2025, displacing the Ford Fiesta from the top spot, according to the latest Market View analysis from MOTORS & Cazoo. It accounted for nearly 3% of online searches, followed…
Evans Halshaw moves BYD Birmingham site to support growth
Evans Halshaw has relocated its BYD Birmingham dealership to a significantly larger site. The new site in Erdington opened on 2 January, replacing the existing Digbeth location. Robert Hamilton, Market Area Director of Evans Halshaw BYD, said: “The relocation of…
FOW Car Supermarket sponsors All Aboard Youth Rowing (AAYR)
FOW Car Supermarket has sponsored All Aboard Youth Rowing (AAYR) which specialises in supporting the youth of today through developing life skills and a passion to learn. Beyond rowing, AAYR works with young people, some of whom have not had the best…
Mercedes-Benz UK named Official Automotive Partner of WSL
Mercedes-Benz UK is the new Official Automotive Partner of WSL Football, covering both the Barclays Women’s Super League (Barclays WSL) and Barclays Women’s Super League 2 (Barclays WSL2). The exclusive multi-year partnership comes into effect on 7 January 2026. Olivier…
NFDA receives response to letter on ZEV Mandate
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has received a formal response from Keir Mather MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State and Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation. Mather acknowledged the vital role of franchised retailers in the UK’s ZEV transition…