According to the latest market analysis by Auto Trader based on the current trajectory, the used car market is expected to perform well in the latter half of the year with sales predicted to rise 5% year-on-year (YoY) to circa 7.6m transactions. However, due to unprecedented shifts in supply dynamics, retailers will need to adapt to a rapidly changing parc … [Read more...]
Majority of cars suffering body damage
Eight in ten British motorists have experienced damage to their vehicle’s body at some point, whether now or in the past. Analysing those who have experienced car damage in their lifetime, 81% of these stated that they’d experienced paint scratches/scuffs on their car, making this the most common damage type, they told pollsters for JTape automotive repair … [Read more...]
Tackle depreciation even before you buy a new car
Whenever you buy a car, it’s inevitable that its value will decrease. In fact, within the first 3 years of car ownership, the value can drop by as much as 60%. Some models do better than others, and the arrival of more electric cars is altering the market as well. With the new plate coming in next month, here's advice for readers hoping to understand how … [Read more...]
New expanding brands now supplying service data
Data company epyx is reporting a large influx of new motor manufacturers to its core service, maintenance and repair platform. Their 1link Service Network is used by fleets totalling more than four million cars, vans and trucks to manage their SMR processes, working with thousands of franchise dealers, independent garages and fast fits. Greg Tucker, head … [Read more...]
Giving more for gizzmos
Car manufacturers are implementing a significant number of technology features in modern cars, which are intended to make the driving experience safer and more convenient. Uswitch car insurance conducted a survey to identify the tech features car owners think are most useful and which would influence them to pay more for a vehicle. Most popular car tech … [Read more...]
Stellantis models hit with major safety failure
Stellantis models in America have been hit with safety recall notices by the authorities to fix potentially faulty airbags which may not deploy in accidents. The recall affects over 330,000 models sold since 2017 and up to this year through Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep dealers. Stellantis UK said there were no UK models affected by the recall. Drivers and … [Read more...]
Tradelines 10 July
INEOS Automotive becomes part of a portfolio of 45 carmakers in the UK that have so far pledged their adherence to The Motor Ombudsman’s Chartered Trading Standards Institute best practice, and to going beyond the standards required by law with regards to the provision of new vehicles and new car warranties. The 4X4 maker’s accreditation under the Vehicle … [Read more...]
Kia charge in with EV incentives and low finance
With sales soaring, Kia has launched big incentives to switch to its expanding range of electric models. Offers begin this week and end Monday,30 September, with 2.9 per cent APR on finance options for EV6 (above), Niro EV and Soul EV; 4.9 per cent APR available on the fully electric Kia EV9; upgrade to EV with a £500 saving for existing finance customers … [Read more...]
Tradelines 3 July
FJ Chalke & Vale Motors Isuzu proudly announced its sponsorship of local resident and esteemed customer John Binding, member of The Alaskan Malamute Working Association, as he competes in the World Sleddog Dryland World Championship in November 2024. The Alaskan Malamute Working Association, host of the WSA Dryland World Championship 2024, anticipates … [Read more...]
Go.Compare reports falling premiums
Go.Compare car insurance says car insurance costs are beginning to fall, with the average insurance premium now at £447. The comparison website’s latest price index has revealed that even though the average cost of car insurance fell by £18 in the last quarter - from £465 to £447 - prices are still up on 2023 figures, with the average policy costing £343 … [Read more...]
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