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SMMT calls for ‘meaningful reform’ of government targets for EVs

The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) has renewed its call for the government to overhaul the ZEV Mandate. SMMT CEO Mike Hawes said while September’s 36.3% rise in vehicle production was welcome, it did not tell the whole…

AI drives dispute volumes at Motor Ombudsman as it marks 10 years in business

The Motor Ombudsman is celebrating a decade of service as the Ombudsman for the automotive sector. It was formed in November 2016 to help resolve disputes between motorists and accredited businesses through independent and impartial Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) at…

Jigcar signs up Hilton Coachworks for transport management

Jigcar, the vehicle movement specialist used by dealer groups has signed up Hildon Coachworks, its first accident repair client. Based near Stansted, Hilton Coachworks is a manufacturer-approved accident repair specialist working with over 50 franchised dealer sites, collecting and returning…

Evans Halshaw takes on Omoda and Jaecoo franchises in Sunderland

Evans Halshaw has taken on the Omoda and Jaecoo brands in Sunderland store, joining its existing Renault and Dacia franchises on site. The new Evans Halshaw Omoda and Jaecoo Sunderland store opens from 9th November and will be operational at…

Porsche Retail Group appoints new managing director

Porsche Retail Group has appointed Harald Horn as managing director of Porsche Retail effective immediately. Horn brings nearly 19 years of international Porsche experience to the role, most recently as director business development at Porsche Cars Great Britain. His career…

Cazoo says dealership visits are biggest confidence booster for buyers

The majority of buyers (72%) said they would feel most comfortable viewing, test driving and buying from a dealership, according to Cazoo’s latest Consumer Insight Panel which polled the views of 2,025 car buyers. Visits to dealers are the greatest…

Motor trade vacancies increase 6% to 18,000 in Q3

Estimated motor trade vacancies rose for a third consecutive rolling period, reaching around 18,000 in July to September 2026, compared with 17,000 in June to August. Motor trade vacancies have fallen less sharply over the past two years. They were…