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BYD reveals Ti7 as its first seven-seater for the UK
BYD has confirmed the Ti7 will be its first seven-seater to enter the UK market. The vehicle has two electric motors, plus a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, and an electric city range of 79 miles. The Ti7 features BYD’s Dual…
Most dealers suggest oil prices are driving interest in EVs, says Startline
More than nine out of 10 dealers (92%) say events such as the war in Iran make more buyers think about switching to an EV, according to Startline’s May Used Car Tracker which questioned 62 dealers. May’s Used Car Tracker…
Changan continues to expand UK dealer network
Changan UK continues to build its network of dealers in the UK following the launch of the brand in September last year with the electric SUV Deepal S07, followed by the Deepal S05 in March this year. In just over…
Ford to launch seven new models and update Ford Pro Uptime Services
Ford will introduce new models in Europe and update its smart tech to support its vans. By the end of 2029, Ford will launch five all-new passenger vehicles. This includes a new member of the global Bronco family (a compact…
BLOG Should independent car dealers buy EVs?
With one-in-four new cars sold in the UK last year being fully electric, it’s fair to say that EVs are now commonplace on the nation’s driveways. EVs are more attractive than ever to motorists and car dealers in 2026. John…
BLOG How Chinese manufacturers overtook Japan in the UK car market
Chinese car brands are no longer knocking at the door of the UK automotive market, they’re already in the showroom, on the roads and near the top of the sales charts. For years, the idea of Chinese manufacturers becoming major…
Retail bookings for pure EVs more than doubled in 2025, says BookMyGarage
Retail bookings for fully electric vehicles (EVs) via the BookMyGarage platform more than doubled in 2025, with EV booking share increasing further in Q1 2026. Appointments for EVs were up by 105% in 2025 compared to 2024. In 2023, EV…