International Motors Ltd, a leading UK-based vehicle importer and distributor, will introduce new Mitsubishi vehicles to the UK from next summer. The new models, drawn from Mitsubishi Motors’ global lineup, will bring the brand’s latest advancements in innovation and four-wheel drive technologies, to the UK market, it said today. Complementing the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 12 November
Proposed pay-per-mile scheme on EVs will not extend to vans, according to reports in the national media. But The Times said plug in hybrids will be expected to pay per mile on top of their current fuel duties as the Treasury scrambles to recoup billions of pounds it has lost over the last few years in the growing move towards evs and the AA called the plans … [Read more...]
Used BEVs becoming accepted
The number of dealers who say the arrival of electric vehicles is the biggest challenge facing the used car sector has fallen by a third in the last 12 months. November’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows the percentage who perceive electrification as an issue has fallen from 54% to 37%. The research also indicates dealer enthusiasm for selling EVs has … [Read more...]
Home charging will drive greener vans at a price
Electric vans are becoming a more regular feature on UK driveways, and with them, growing pressure on household energy use. In line with new government regulations and grants, it is expected that more drivers will charge their electric vans at home. Energy experts at Uswitch, the comparison and switching service, are encouraging homeowners to ensure their … [Read more...]
EV Rally Cymru is coming down the line
Greenfleet is bringing back the EV Rally Cymru for 2025—an electrifying two-day event designed to highlight Wales’ progress in clean transport and infrastructure. Following the success of previous rallies, EV Rally Cymru 2025 on 22 and 23 October will once again take drivers on a scenic and strategic journey across Wales, starting in Wrexham and passing … [Read more...]
Majority of drivers want controversial kerbside charging
Nearly nine out of 10 people (88%) support government plans for "charging gullies" which allow residents in terraced houses to charge electric cars at home by running cables under pavements. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 62% think the move will make it practical for people in terraces to buy an electric car and 37% that it will … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 September
Škoda is set to deliver a double bonus for customers with the addition of a new long-range model to the award-winning Elroq line-up along with official confirmation of models eligible for the Band 2 £1,500 UK Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG). To further maximise value for buyers, Škoda is introducing a new model to the Elroq line-up that allows buyers … [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...]
Tradelines 4 June
Car dealers are having to battle increased levels of fraud and attempted fraud to go with a number of other challenges currently facing the motor trade. That is according to the latest Forecourt Foresight report from Close Brothers Motor Finance which found that one in five automotive retailers have fallen victim to fraud and a further 31% of dealers have … [Read more...]
BYD pass Tesla in Europe
China's BYD models have overtaken Tesla in Europe for the first time. Latest registration figures show BYD registered 7,231 BEVs in April, ahead of Tesla's 7,165 units. Europe and the UK has become increasingly concerned about the rapid surge by BYD which are making models with good specifications and undercutting the legend car brands which … [Read more...]
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