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NFDA calls for re-evaluation of ZEV Mandate
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has called for a re-evaluation of the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle mandate targets considering changes to the European Union’s approach. The NFDA sent a letter to the Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander,…
Marshall to open a brand-new Genesis Studio in Kent
Marshall Motor Group in partnership with Genesis has announced Genesis Kent – a brand-new Genesis Studio – to open in Spring 2026. The studio will be located at The Parade, Orbital Business Park, Ashford, Kent TN24 0HT. Gary Savage, CEO…
Touch market conditions hit Porsche Retail Group in latest results
Porsche Retail Group took a hit in 2024 with pre-tax profits falling to £5.9m from £22m the prior year on turnover declining to £444.3m compared to £518.4m in 2023. Return on sales fell to 1.1% from 4% the prior year,…
Waylands’ Vicky Hart promoted to Marketing Director
Vicky Hart has been promoted to the position of Marketing Director at Waylands, effective 1 January 2026. Hart will be responsible for driving digital transformation, the ongoing focus on customer communications and continuing to build the Waylands brand. Vicky Hart,…
Close Brothers reveals most popular financed cars in past 12 months
Close Brothers Motor Finance has revealed the most popular cars to finance in 2025. The list shows motorists are continuing to prioritise more practical and budget-friendly options over newer, bigger models to ensure they can afford long term car expenses…
Alpine A390 UK pricing and specs
The all-new Alpine A390 will be priced from £61,390 OTR when order books officially open in the UK in early 2026. First customer deliveries will begin in spring. Three versions will be available from launch. The GT, the GTS (£69,390),…
Evans Halshaw to represent Chery, Omoda and Jaecoo
Evans Halshaw will represent Omoda, Jaecoo and Chery from this month. Chery new car sales operations will open at Evans Halshaw Ford Bedford alongside the existing Ford business. Omoda & Jaecoo new car sales operations will open at Evans Halshaw Ford Blackburn today alongside the…