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Brindley Group to open Jaecoo & Omoda dealership in Wolverhampton
Brindley Group is to open its second Omoda & Jaecoo dealership in the West Midlands, further strengthening its partnership with Chery Automotive. The new dealership is currently under construction on Stafford Street in Wolverhampton, will sit adjacent to Brindley Group’s…
Mercedes-Benz named best brand in 2026 Driver Power rankings
Mercedes-Benz has been named best car brand to own in the 2026 Driver Power rankings, Carwow Group’s flagship annual research study which pulls data from over 100,000 drivers. Having ranked second last year, Mercedes-Benz has now topped the overall list…
Dealers to get ‘fast track’ service from Financial Ombudsman Service on queries
Motor retailers are set to benefit from a new fast track service when dealing with motor finance enquiries from the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has worked with the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) on a…
SMMT hammers climate committee call for government to ‘stand firm’ on ZEV Mandate
The motor industry has kicked back at a call by the Climate Change Committee for government to “stand firm” and not water down the ZEV Mandate. The Progress in reducing emissions 2026 statutory report to Parliament called for the creation…
Used EV sales hit ‘record levels’ in H1 amid fuel concerns
Used EV sales surge to “record levels” following late-February Iran war commencement During the first five months of 2026, a total of 142,671 used EVs were sold across the UK, compared with 92,748 during the same period in 2025, according…
Skoda announces pricing and specifications for Peaq SUV
Škoda has announced full UK pricing and specifications for the Peaq flagship electric seven-seat SUV. Priced from £51,980 OTR, the Peaq becomes the largest and most spacious model in Škoda’s range. Offering a driving range of up to 390 miles,…
General Motors appoints Clive Sutton as Corvette retailer for London
General Motors has appointed Clive Sutton as the Corvette retailer for London. Customers will soon be able to explore the full UK Corvette range at a dedicated showroom, opening this summer, at a new Clive Sutton dealership at Staples Corner…