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Kia reveals EV2 at Brussels Motor Show
Kia has revealed the EV2, a new electric B-segment SUV that represents the brand’s entry point into its expanding electric portfolio, at the Brussels Motor Show. The brand also presented three new GT models: EV3, EV4 and EV5. Soohang Chang,…
Chinese vehicles maintenance times now ‘market competitive’
Fleet maintenance times for cars from Chinese manufacturers are now “market competitive”, according to new data released by epyx. It shows that in 2020, the average vehicle off road (VOR) time for a Chinese car operated by a fleet in…
Dacia appoints new UK Brand Director
Dacia has appointed Lina Ribeiro as its new Brand Director for the UK. She succeeds Luke Broad who has been promoted into the role of Managing Director of Retail Renault Group UK. Ribeiro said: “It’s a real privilege to step…
Cyber attack hit car volumes at JLR by 43% in Q4
Jaguar Land Rover lost billions of pounds in the final quarter of 2025 due to the hit on production caused by the cyber-attack. In a statement released this week ahead of its full results due to be published in February…
Positive momentum for used car market
An estimated 7.8m used car transactions were completed in 2025, following a 2% growth in retail sales on Autotrader compared to 2024. Robust consumer demand and stabilised pricing have been stated as reasons for this growth. Marc Palmer, Head of…
Marshalls Truck and Van provides Millbrook Healthcare with vans
Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer Marshalls Truck and Van has provided Millbrook Healthcare with a new fleet of 136 specialist vans. Millbrook Healthcare’s teams are responsible for delivering, installing and maintaining vital mobility equipment to homes as well as supporting urgent hospital…
Ex-RAF combat pilot is star speaker at Leaders Brunch 20267
Motor Trader has lined up Sarah Furness, an ex-RAF combat helicopter pilot and Squadron Leader, as the star speaker for the Leaders Brunch 2026. The Leaders Brunch 2026 is a premium, invitation-only strategy forum for successful franchised and independent dealer…