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Chinese challenger brands gain visibility in Autotrader rankings
Chinese-brand models have taken five places in Autotrader’s top 10 most-enquired new cars in July so far. Established manufacturers continue to account for a significant share of demand, particularly in electric. Bex Kennett, head of new car at Autotrader, said:…
WarrantyWorks launches as standalone operation
WarrantyWorks, developed initially to support the needs of Car Finance 247 and its customers, has been established as a standalone operation with its own dedicated team. The business targets dealers and brokers with a simpler, lower-risk alternative to traditional models.…
Vertu named in UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for 2026 list
Vertu Motors has been named as one of the UK’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for 2026. It is the leading automotive group in the list which is compiled by the UK Government and HIGHERiN. The Top 100 and Top 50…
Independents show confidence in Q3 trading prospects
Independent dealers are more confident in how Q3 will perform, compared with franchised dealers, according to a JudgeService’s latest Dealer Barometer which polled the views of over 1,000 dealers. Neil Addley, managing director of JudgeService, said: “Despite the ongoing political…
Wilsons Auctions Telford signs agreement with Ken Jervis to remarket stock
Wilsons Auctions Telford has signed an agreement with Ken Jervis to remarket their stock, with weekly entries joining the Wednesday sales programme from 29 July. Customers should browse the auction catalogue online ahead of sale day, where vehicles can be…
Eurorepar Car Service reveals ambition to reach 1,000 members by 2031
The Eurorepar Car Service (ERCS) network has set a target of reaching 1,000 members by 2031. The seven new business performance managers will help roll out a new suite of tools and software designed to improve workshop efficiency, business management…
Evans Halshaw Ford Darlington to support eating disorder charity BEAT
Evans Halshaw Ford Darlington will donate £30 for every eligible test drive completed at its Drive 4 UR Community initiative, which will take place at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesborough, to eating disorder charity BEAT. The event will take place…