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MT Analysis BYD & Denza
BYD was one of the first ‘electrified’ Chinese brands to establish a credible export base in Britain in early 2023 – helped by decades of expertise building its own batteries and more – and is now close to becoming a…
Ford boss Lisa Brankin calls on government to ‘urgently review’ ZEV Mandate
Ford is calling on the UK Government to urgently review the ZEV Mandate. Posting on LinkedIn Ford of chair and managing director Lisa Brankin called for an urgent review of the ZEV Mandate for cars and vans. In the latest…
Volkswagen presents new ID. Cross
Volkswagen has unveiled the new ID. Cross, following the introduction of the ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI7. Three output levels (85 kW, 99 kW and 155 kW) and two battery sizes (37 kWh and 52 kWh net) will be…
KGM dealer Hereford Motor Group raises £4k for farmer mental health charity
KGM dealer Hereford Motor Group has raised £4,000 for We Are Farming Minds, following a month-long fundraising campaign and charity classic car show held at the dealership. We Are Farming Minds is a registered UK charity based in Herefordshire dedicated…
Geely bosses visit Gates Automotive’s Waltham Cross dealership
Top brass at Geely Holding Group paid a visit to Gates Automotive Group’s Geely dealership in Waltham Cross. Gates took on the Geely franchise this year opening the Waltham Cross operation in April. It has been diversifying its business. Last…
BMWs stand out in AFV margins recorded by Dealer Auction
Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review (EVPR) for June reveals a standout month for alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) as the average margin reached £3,334, the highest level since November 2024. The average sold price rose from £13,844 to £14,237 month-on-month, further highlighting…
Electric Car Grant makes significant difference to EV sales in first year
The Government’s Electric Car Grant was introduced a year ago and in the past year alone, over 140,000 drivers have made the switch to electric. Demand for EVs is stronger than ever for various reasons and the Electric Car Grant…