The falling value of the pound is likely to see monthly PCP new car payments rise in 2017, predicts Glass’s. The vehicle data specialist says that manufacturers importing their vehicles into the UK will need to recoup margins somewhere and that PCP payments are the least unpalatable choice. Rupert Pontin, director of valuations, explained, “The pound … [Read more...]
Retail
Service with a smile & luxury break at Celtic Mitsubishi
A lucky winner has scooped a luxury break for two thanks to Celtic Mitsubishi in Swansea. Jay Crouch, from Swansea, scooped the prize, which includes dinner, wine and spa treatments, after entering into a prize draw for having her Mitsubishi Outlander serviced at the dealership in Victoria Road, Gorseinon. The 31-year-old is now planning a romantic … [Read more...]
Dealers positive about 2017
Exclusive findings from Close Brothers Motor Finance’s Dealer Satisfaction Survey reveal 63% are positive about their business prospects for 2017. The Dealer Satisfaction Survey is a continual telephone survey undertaken by Close Brothers Motor Finance and reported on a monthly and quarterly basis. The survey questions 750 new and used car, motorcycle … [Read more...]
Brecon Motors win national award
A Welsh MG dealer has been recognised for the service and sales excellence at the prestigious Car Dealer Magazine Awards. Brecon Motors, which has been serving the motorists of Wales since the early 1900s, received nominations for the Service & Repair Outlet and Used Car Sales Team categories. Jonathan Williams, Managing Director at Brecon Motors, … [Read more...]
All-new Nissan NV300 van has arrived
The all-new Nissan NV300 van has arrived from £21,300. Successor to the hugely successful Nissan Primastar, the new model propels the brand back into the heart of the all-important M-Van segment. Its arrival both strengthens and completes Nissan’s impressive LCV line-up and gives the marque one of the broadest commercial vehicle ranges on the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 30 November
Gain Solutions is rolling out a new version of its unique handheld inspection software. The company offers fleet and dealer solutions covering all aspects of the management of captive, external and hire fleets, vehicle appraisals, refurbishment technologies, logistics and dealership processes. A comprehensive new online resource providing fleet … [Read more...]
This winter’s best 4x4xhpi
As the forecasters predict the weather will take a turn for the worse, many motorists may consider buying a 4x4 for the winter months. Automotive data expert hpi has put together a list of this season's best buys. Motoring expert Tim Bearder, Black Book Editor at hpi considers which vehicles will minimise any potential loss in value if you bought now and … [Read more...]
Distributor delivers another fund raising event for Ty Hafan
Automotive parts distributor, Fast Parts Wales, has announced the date of its second family fund raising event for Tŷ Hafan. The Rainbow Family Rally will take place from Saturday 29 April to Monday 1 May 2017. Due to this year’s success, the Fast Parts Wales Ty Hafan Rainbow Rally will be back for another year in 2017, … [Read more...]
Low prices mean higher margins
A growing trend in recent years means that a sizeable minority of dealers and traders will continue to buy stock well into December in order to “grab a bargain,” says Glass’s. The vehicle data provider says that dealers are even willing to buck recent trends and acquire stock that needs more work, because the margins attainable are so much higher than … [Read more...]
Vauxhall & Fiat launch buying incentives
Vauxhall’s popular Scrappage Allowance Scheme is back, offering customers up to £2,000 including VAT towards a new Vauxhall when they trade-in their car for scrappage. To make the cost of a new car more affordable, customers can combine the Scrappage Allowance with one of Vauxhall’s great finance offers including Flexible Personal Contract Purchase … [Read more...]
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