Retail

VW and Skoda announce new petrol engines

18 July 2017

Four efficient petrol engines are now available to order for the first time from Volkswagen Retailers in the popular Passat Saloon and Estate, and Tiguan SUV, model ranges. The comprehensive line-up of new petrol engines now being offered in Passat and Tiguan further broaden the cars’ appeal while also allowing the growing numbers of buyers keen to enjoy … [Read more...]

Ford Fiesta has nothing to fear from rivals

14 July 2017

Britain’s most popular car has just improved. The Ford Fiesta has consistently been the top selling car in Britain and since 2008 over a million have been put on our roads, while over four decades about 4.5 Million have been registered. Those are impressive numbers, but the new seventh generation model now reaching showrooms is arguably the … [Read more...]

Automotive jobs are out there

12 July 2017

With GCSEs and A-Levels just around the corner and degree results out soon, students everywhere are turning their minds to potential careers, but just what jobs are available for those who love cars but don’t fancy a life on the race track? New research by OSV has revealed that there’s more out there for people with oil in their veins than just being the … [Read more...]

Tradelines 12 July

12 July 2017

Production of the latest Nissan Qashqai is underway at its Sunderland plant. There is a new design, upgraded interior, better performance and added mobility technologies, with an advanced self-driving mode from spring 2018. A regional conference for members of the Freight Transport Association will be held at the Celtic Manor Resort on 4 October. It … [Read more...]

Industry should “remain calm” over future of diesel values, says VRA

8 July 2017

Diesel is likely to remain a crucial part of the motor trade’s fuel mix for the foreseeable future and the motor industry should “remain calm” over its future values, says the Vehicle Remarketing Association. The trade organisation – which represents companies that are involved in remarketing more than 1.5 million vehicles every year – says that there is … [Read more...]

Newslines 7 JULY

7 July 2017

Kia has introduced a range of summer savers for buyers. There is free insurance for up to one year on the All-New Picanto and Rio ‘Pulse’; £500 loyalty offer for third-generation Sportage owners to upgrade their SUV; Caravan Club members to receive £1,000 towards Kia accessories; Free upgrade from Optima Saloon to Optima Sportswagon and Free Kia Care-3 … [Read more...]

Golf tops slowing new car sales market

5 July 2017

The UK new car market has declined for a third consecutive month with 243,454 new units registered in June, said SMMT. Registrations fell at a slower pace than in the previous two months, by -4.8%, as demand continued to stabilise following a record first quarter and the subsequent market turbulence caused by the recent changes to Vehicle Excise … [Read more...]

Tighter standards coming for emissions

5 July 2017

The European Parliament's environment committee adopted the EU's Low-emission Mobility strategy, signalling the Parliament's desire for ambitious future CO2 standards for cars and vans just a few months before the European Commission’s proposal is expected in November. This opinion – a reaction to the Commission's communication on a Low Emission … [Read more...]

Kia launch Welsh language survey

4 July 2017

Kia Motors UK has become the first manufacturer to offer dual language customer surveys at its eight Welsh dealerships. This is the first step that the manufacturer has taken to offer dual language amongst its network. Recognising that 19 per cent of the population in Wales speak Welsh the surveys are now available in both languages to give customers … [Read more...]

SUVs now account for a third of global sales