The used EV sector is challenging even before the new-plate trade-ins arrive this month, say car makers and dealers. SMMT’s latest used car market data is a welcome indicator that Britain’s EV transition is moving in the right direction – even if not as rapidly as hoped. All-electric models accounted for more than one in 18 transactions between April and … [Read more...]
Finance
Agency sales have worked for some retailers – Car Dealer
Three years after Mercedes-Benz and Volvo became two of the first major brands to switch to agency sales for franchise holders, Car Dealer examined the most recent filed accounts of companies across their dealer networks, along with newer additions Mini and Honda. Early accounts were dominated by wariness about commission levels, volumes and whether … [Read more...]
Police to target false and illegal number plates
A new nationwide crackdown on illegal number plates will target drivers who dodge fines and organised crime gangs as the Department for Transport funds a new roads policing team. The National Roads Policing Coordination Centre (NRPCC) will bring together police forces from around England & Wales to share intelligence, improve collaboration and make … [Read more...]
Fuel margins growing faster than raw costs
FairFuelUK says official UK Government data indicates diesel and petrol drivers have been consistently overcharged over the past 12 months. Using DESNZ monthly retail fuel prices and ONS refined‑petroleum wholesale indices converted into pence per litre, FairFuelUK found that the retail–wholesale margins for both fuels have widened dramatically — in many … [Read more...]
BEVs best ever August registrations
It has again been a very strong month for BEVs, and Kia has led the way as it prepares to launch its new small EV2 series. The New Automotive Electric Car Count indicates: - Strongest August for BEV registrations: BEVs captured 30% of all new car registrations in August 2026, with sales surging 30% year-on-year - spurred in part by shifting fuel market … [Read more...]
September spoilers with new or used premium buys
If you've decided not to buy a new-plate car for 1 September, you might want to indulge in a second hand luxury or supercar with a good reputation for reliability and longevity. Owning a luxury or supercar is a goal for many drivers, but working out whether it's actually affordable involves far more than checking the asking price. Here, John Graeme, Luxury … [Read more...]
Technology is quietly killing off private ownership – LeaseCar
In response to depreciation losses, the UK vehicle leasing sector has experienced unprecedented acceleration. Total vehicle leasing volumes across the country have now crossed the 2.05 million milestone in Q1 of 2026, up 7% from Q1 2025, highlighting the general transition towards fixed-cost personal contract hire as households prioritise budget certainty … [Read more...]
Van fleets struggling with BEV transition
More fleets are turning to their suppliers for support with electrifying their van operations, according to new research. The 2026 Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer shows 88% are making use of expertise from leasing companies and other third parties to help with the transition – up by 14 percentage points since last year. John Peters, Head of Arval … [Read more...]
Making Irish eyes smile again
Some cars arrive at Cambrian Classics needing a service, while others arrive in boxes. This one came in pieces from Ireland on the ferry. A yellow Triumph GT6 that its owner and a rotating cast of friends had been slowly working on for ten years. Much of the restoration work had been completed; the rolling chassis was done, the engine was done. The body … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Skoda Enyaq Coupe Edition 85
Skoda has traditionally been a conservative car-maker but it’s undergone a transformation this decade as it responded to changing buying habits and the arrival of electrified cars, notably from the Far East. Initially it was a little slow responding to the new challenges but as part of the Volkswagen Audi Group it quickly developed some very good cars to … [Read more...]
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