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Dominic Evans named Vertu Repair Master GM
Vertu has named Dominic Evans as the new general manager of its mobile bodyshor service Repair Master. Evans will take up the role alongside his existing commitments as general manager of Vertu Cosmetic Repair. He brings more than 25 years…
Autotrader app now available in ChatGPT
Autotrader has launched its app in ChatGPT, allowing its marketplace to be accessed within AI-driven search experiences and helping connect buyers with the relevant vehicle more quickly UK consumers can search Autotrader’s used car inventory using conversational prompts before moving…
Big Motoring World to open used car showroom in Warrington
Big Motoring World has opened its 11th and now largest store in Warrington, formerly Syntner Select Warrington, on Calver Park Rd. Warrington, as Big Motoring World’s flagship store, will have up to 1,000 cars on its 13-acre site. Laurence Vaughan,…
MarketCheck highlights record-breaking month for EVs
MarketCheck figures show that April 2026 was another record-breaking month for the UK used EV market, with a total of 34,932 used EVs sold. This surpasses the previous record of 32,880 set in March 2026. The figures highlight the rapid…
Used car market weakened in April, says Brego
The UK used car market softened in April following a strong March performance, according to Brego’s latest Car Market Insight Report. Used car sales fell by 7.2% in April compared with March, while total used car advert volumes declined by…
Peter Vardy sells remaining Porsche sites and CarMoney
Peter Vardy Group has sold its remaining Porsche Centres to Van Mossel Automotive Group, while CarMoney becomes part of the ITOCHU Group. With the addition of Porsche Centre Perth and Porsche Centre Aberdeen, the group will add two Porsche Centres…
BMW Group UK & Ireland Training Academy celebrates 20th anniversary
The BMW Group UK & Ireland Training Academy is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The academy spans over 5,400 square meters and combines technical workshops, classrooms and simulated showroom environments, reflecting the real-world settings. It has supported training across the BMW,…