Almost half of used dealers (45%) say they have added cars from Chinese new entrants to their stock, according to new findings. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 45% say they sell quickly, 33% they represent good value and 20% buyers like the cars on offer. However, 37% of motor retailers are waiting to see how reliable they prove to be, 20% … [Read more...]
Majority of UK drivers considering Chinese cars
More than seven out of 10 motorists (72%) would “consider” buying a car made by one of the new Chinese manufacturers entering the UK market, according to new research. Startline’s June Used Car Tracker shows BYD is the brand with the highest level of recognition among these potential customers at 28%, followed by Maxus (19%) and Chery (14%). Aiways, Denza … [Read more...]
Tradelines 26 June
Van maker Stellantis is considering its options at Ellesmere Port and Luton, it has told an SMMT automotive conference. It's is very concerned about UK Government zero emissions plan and increasing tighter limits on percentages of evs made. Oil and gas companies, carmakers and textile manufacturers make up the biggest recipients of European green funds … [Read more...]
