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NFDA meets Liberal Democrat MP to discuss automotive industry
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) recently met with Lisa Smart, Liberal Democrat MP for Hazel Grove, at a local dealership to discuss key issues. The meeting provided an opportunity to highlight the challenges facing the sector. Sue Robinson, Chief…
Drive Motor Retail invests over £2 million to redevelop Darlington site
Drive Motor Retail will invest over £2 million in the redevelopment of its Darlington dealership to transform the site into a multi-brand automotive hub bringing several major brands together under one roof. The upgraded dealership will introduce new manufacturer partnerships…
Thames Motor Group to represent Nissan in Tunbridge Wells
Thames Motor Group is to take on the Nissan franchise for the first time with a dealership in Tunbridge Wells The dealership is scheduled to open for business on Tuesday, March 24th. It will operate from temporary premises to begin…
BYD confirms pricing and specifications for the Atto 3 Evo
BYD has confirmed UK pricing and specifications for the Atto 3 Evo, starting from £38,990, a step up in price on the outgoing model. BYD said the new model has a refreshed exterior design and more streamlined interior. It gets…
Swansway sponsors Together Again Festival 2026
Swansway Motor Group has been named official automotive sponsor for the second year running for this year’s Together Again Festival in 2026. Together Again Festival, held at Bolesworth Castle in Chester, is a dynamic new addition to the UK’s…
Vantage Toyota York named Best Retailer at Best Retailer in Town awards
Toyota has announced the winners of its annual Best Retailer in Town (BRIT) awards, with Vantage Toyota York winning the Best Retailer title. The centre also won an Ichiban Award (Large Retailer). Throughout 2025 the team focused on core values…
Interest in electric and hybrid increases in response to fuel price rise
Leasing.com has observed a marked shift towards electric and hybrid vehicles following recent sharp rises in fuel prices over recent weeks. The rise in fuel prices is attributed to ongoing conflicts which have contributed to disruption in global oil supply…