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MT Commercial Industry Awards 2026 deadline extension
The entry deadline for the Motor Trader Commercial Industry Awards has been extended to Friday 6 February 2026. With 33 categories covering all areas of the commercial vehicle sector, there’s an opportunity for everyone to shine. Entries are free of…
Fewer finance houses expect business to grow in 2026
Motor finance firms grew more pessimistic about their prospects in 2026, according to their trade body the Finance & Leasing Association. Geraldine Kilkelly, director of research and chief economist at the FLA, said “The lower inflation and interest rate environment…
JCT 600 Doncaster Audi technician shortlisted for IMI Apprentice of the Year Award
Daisy Moore of Doncaster Audi, Marc Cockerton, Volkswagen Group and Sydney Gleeson, Halfords have been shortlisted for the Apprentice of the Year at the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Annual Awards which are headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car…
US dealers back legislation to prevent surge in theft of catalytic converters
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) in the US is strongly supporting legislation to help prevent the surge in theft of calalytic converters nationwide. It said it strongly supports the Preventing Auto Recycling Thefts Act , which was reintroduced…
Automotive 30% Club reaches 30% leadership goals
In December the Automotive 30% Club published the results of their annual female representation survey, revealing that the member companies have collectively achieved their KPI of 30% of leadership roles filled by women. The target has been achieved five years…
Warrantywise Headline Partner for Motor Trader Golf Day 2026
The Motor Trader Golf Day is now open for dealerships to enter their teams for this year’s competition. The event is taking place Tuesday 30 June 2026 at the Brabazon Course at The Belfry a world-famous stage on which some…
Bentley Motors named a UK Top Employer for 15th consecutive year
Bentley Motors has been recognised as a UK Top Employer for the 15th consecutive year by Top Employers organisation. Active in 131 countries, the institute is the global authority in HR certification, benchmarking and advisory. The programme is based on…