Toyota and Lexus have teamed up with Amazon to launch new online stores which aim to harness the convenience of online shopping for their customers.
The recruitment and retention of mechanics and MOT testers is set to remain as a key challenge for garages and workshops this year, according to The Motor Ombudsman.
Hyundai Motor UK is rolling out a new fully contactless digital aftersales system across its dealer network.
High performing car or van service workshops are urged to put themselves forward for the 2022 AM Awards, following the introduction of categories aimed specifically at the service, maintenance and repair sector.
Long-serving Mercedes car retailer Sandown Group has opened its first venture with the Mercedes-Benz Vans franchise.
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has donated £20,000 to automotive charity Ben to help the charity provide vital support to people in the automotive sector.
Cazoo has partnered with WhoCanFixMyCar to launch two and three-year CazooCare servicing and MoT plans for its UK customers at point of purchase.
Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) InMotion Ventures fund, Porsche Ventures and Silicon Valley-based Autotech Ventures have contributed to a £9 million fund-raising round by Bumper.
Vertu Motors has completed a £600,000 investment a new Bristol Street Motors aftersales service centre specialising in Stellantis brands Vauxhall, Citroen, and Peugeot.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has announced its IMI Student Membership has received sponsorship from Autotech Academy.
A new technology platform has been launched to help dealers drive longer customer relationships and greater lifetime value.
In AM’s latest ‘5 Minutes with…’ supplier interview Petronas Lubricants International UK market manager, Carl Sault, reflects on the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the switch to electric vehicles (EV).
Halfords has redoubled its focus on offering vehicle servicing and tyres with the £62 million acquisition of the National service centre network.
Steer Automotive Group has laid claim to the title of “UK’s fastest growing accident repair group” after completing the acquisition of Tyne Tees Vehicle Repair Group (TTVRG).
Subaru UK has followed Isuzu UK with the offer of a free Quick Check winter safety and condition inspection.
Devonshire Motors have invested over £750,000 in a refurbishment project to maximise its dealership space following the introduction of new franchise partners Hyundai and Isuzu.
Vertu Bradford Land Rover is on a recruit drive to support its service department, with new employees receiving a £2,000 signing bonus.
Volkswagen’s range of service plans, as well as the new All-in integrated aftersales service package, are subject to a 25% discount until December 15.
Bumper has integrated with Keyloop’s car dealer management systems to facilitate the provision of digital aftersales payments.
Vertu Motors has appointed Darren Binge as head of business and Stuart Porter as service manager at its Harrogate Volkswagen dealership.
