retailers

Used EV numbers hit new high

The number of electric vehicles stocked by used car dealerships reached a new record high last month. Analysis from digital marketplace Motors found that alternative fuelled cars made up around […]

Video usage hits record levels

The use of video in automotive retailing and aftersales increased by seven per cent last yeara record-breaking 12.9 million videos. Meanwhile, retailers sent nine per cent more videos to consumers […]

Pentagon adopts MAD DEVS tech

Pentagon Motor Group has teamed up with MAD DEVS to roll out new technology that will help drive efficiency across the network and provide a better customer experience. The partnership […]

TrustFord unveils Carlisle site

TrustFord has cut the ribbon of its new dealership in Carlisle following an investment of £500,000. The dealership includes new and used car, used commercial vehicle and motability vehicle sales, […]

CitNOW completes Feasa acquisition

CitNOW Group expanded its ecosystem of specialist automotive software solutions with the acquisition of Feasa, a Salesforce automotive software partner. Working closely with Salesforce, Feasa delivered the first implementation in […]

BV Rees celebrates double anniversary

Franchised dealer BV Rees is celebrating 10 years as a SsangYong affiliate this month, as well as 75 years of trading. The Wales-based family-run showroom is managed by Wyn Rees. […]

Buyers baulk at showroom negotiations

Visiting showrooms remains the most common way for consumers to purchase cars, but a new survey has revealed that other channels are becoming increasingly popular. According to a survey of […]

Motor Ombudsman announces WSG collaboration

The Motor Ombudsman has teamed up with Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) to promote the benefits of accreditation to the Vehicle Sales Code to car dealers offering WSG’s vehicle warranty products. […]

Cybercrime set for record levels

Dealers have been warned to prepare for record levels of cybercrime this year, as the cost-of-living crisis deepens. Automotive technology firm Mad Devs has encouraged them to work closely with […]

Used car market remains robust into 2023

Auto Trader data suggests the used car market has entered the New Year in a robust position, with both retail prices and consumer demand stable in December. Its Retail Price […]