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BEVs capture 20% of European new car sales in 2026
New car sales across Europe increased by 4% in the year to May, according to the latest figures from the European carmakers association ACEA. In the first five months of 2026, 950,521 new battery-electric cars were registered, capturing 20% of…
Jaecoo sponsors Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR).
Jaecoo UK has been appointed as the new title partner for Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR). The multi-year agreement sees Jaecoo join forces with a competition that continues to build momentum and reach new audiences across English sport. From the beginning…
Used car market delivers resilient performance in June
The UK’s used car market delivered a resilient performance in June despite political and economic uncertainty. Trade values outperformed seasonal norms and demand remained stable across much of the retail sector. Jeremy Yea, senior valuations editor at Solera cap hpi,…
Subaru UK partners with Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hikes
Subaru UK has partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hikes, the marathon and half-marathon walks taking place at locations across the UK. Subaru’s product range will be present at hiking destinations, including Bakewell in the Peak District and Blenheim Palace…
Lepas to make public debut in UK at Goodwood weeks before L8 arrival
Lepas will make its UK public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026, taking place between 9 to 12 July. The manufacturer will showcase the L8 premium SUV before its official launch later in the month. Ray Wang, managing…
Pinewood appoints Constellation founder Avril Palmer-Lavery as deputy chair
Pinewood Technologies Group has appointed Avril Palmer-Lavery as deputy chair and non-executive director. Palmer-Lavery is a heavy hitter in automotive. She is the founder and executive chair of Constellation Automotive Group, the largest vertically integrated digital car marketplace. She has…
JCT600 celebrates 80th anniversary this month
Bradford-headquartered automotive retailer JCT600 is celebrating its 80th anniversary this month. In the last eight decades the business has grown from a one-site garage into one of the UK’s largest independent motor retail groups with over 50 locations across the…