Among the newest of the Chinese car-makers coming to the UK, XPeng has partnered with the people who brought us Subaru and Isuzu in Britain, so let that be a warning to rivals. The Chinese company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Guangzhou, Guangdong, with offices in Mountain View, California, and Munich. It has partnered platform and electrical … [Read more...]
Manufacturers pouring money into registrations
Manufacturer and dealer incentives meant the UK’s new car market grew for the second consecutive month in June, as registrations rose 6.7% to 191,316 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It was the best June since 2019, helping lift first half performance 3.5% above the same period last year, although the market remains -17.9% … [Read more...]
More businesses fitting ev charge points for fleets
More than three out of four UK fleets (77%) either have an electric vehicle (EV) charging strategy in place or are planning to adopt one, according to new research. The 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet and Mobility Barometer looks at three types of charging provision – at home, using public infrastructure and at company premises –either being currently … [Read more...]
Fleet Expo moves to British Motor Museum
A move to the British Motor Museum in Gaydon has been announced for the third annual AFP Expo, being held on 10 September by the Association of Fleet Professionals. The event, sponsored by Ayvens, is designed to create opportunities for AFP members – plus their colleagues and peers from across the fleet sector – to network, learn and collaborate. In … [Read more...]
Slow charging delays EV adoption by fleets
Speed of charging is the top factor for fleets when choosing electric vehicles, according to the new Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. Research shows 69% name this consideration compared to efficiency measured in miles per kilowatt hour at 66% and range at 60%. John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said that the results reflected … [Read more...]
VRA announce speakers for AGM
The speaker line-up has been announced for the 3 July Annual General Meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Association, at BCA Birmingham. An update on the state of the UK automotive retail sector, examining its resilience and new opportunities arising despite economic challenges, will be presented by Omar Mirza and Kevin Lamb of global automotive consultancy … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Tesla Model Y AWD
It can be hard learning to drive, but relearning brings a whole new skill set into the driver’s seat of the latest Tesla Model Y dual motor. Tesla is a pioneer in the new age of electric cars and after their first Model X SUV hit the market in 2015 it then rolled out the Model 3 saloon two years later and completed its range with the larger SUV Model Y in … [Read more...]
FCA move in massive compensation claim
Some of the factors the Financial Conduct Authority will consider if it launches a UK-wide consumer redress scheme as part of its review into car loans commission have been set out. The regulator says it will confirm within six weeks of the outcome of the Supreme Court case, which is hoped to be announced in July, whether it does plan to introduce a redress … [Read more...]
Discounting & incentives drive EV registrations
Heavy discounting by car-makers is pushing fleet and businesses drivers into electric cars. Private buyers still prefer to have petrol or diesel engines, according to the May registration figures. Registrations of petrol cars are higher than the combined figures for pure battery, plug-in and mild hybrid electric models and that’s without the diesel models … [Read more...]
Tax move will hit businesses and employees
Almost half of dealers (45%) say the ending of employee car ownership schemes will hit staff attraction and retention. May’s Startline Used Car Tracker also finds that 38% think the schemes are an important benefit for dealer staff while 41% believe “a lot” of current government actions are negatively affecting car dealers. Paul Burgess, CEO at … [Read more...]
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