The SMMT said sluggish private registrations and shrinking EV demand signal the challenge for 2024, despite 10.4% growth overall in March.
Sales of new electric cars held their own during the traditionally slow month of February
Sytner has been rewarded for its engagement during National Apprenticeship Week’s #DMCApprenticeTakeover campaign
Auctioneer Aston Barclay has achieved Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation for its Donington Park site.
News that first MOT tests are to remain at three years from registration has been welcomed by car dealerships.
The Spring Budget will offer the opportunity for retailers to lobby the Treasury on what it sees as its priorities.
Range, lack of chargers and cost of electric vehicles risk stalling the EV transition, according to the NFDA’s latest survey of dealerships.
December proved to be one of the toughest months for European car sales, shrinking after 16 consecutive months of growth
The UK has failed to hit its target of having six or more rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle chargers at every motorway service area
The UK new car market enjoyed its best November for four years with registrations staging a near return to pre-pandemic levels
The UK Chancellor has moved to boost advanced automotive manufacturing and industry apprenticeships as part of the UK’s latest budget review.
This week’s Government’s Autumn Statement could prove a pivotal point for UK motor retail businesses and their customers, according to the NFDA.
An absence of consumer incentives could mean the EV market could be lacklustre next year with the SMMT revising down growth to a market share of 22.3%.
Consumer incentives must be put in place by the UK Government as a matter of urgency in the wake of its decision to delay the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035.
Volvo Car UK will reveal how it has worked with retail partners to develop its agency model at AM Live after the Swedish brand decided to delay its introduction earlier this year.
The National Franchised Dealers Association is launching a campaign entitled #ChooseAutomotive to make GCSE and A-level exam students more aware of the varied jobs and careers available in automotive retail and repair.
The NFDA is urging its motor retailer members to get in touch if they need additional support ahead of the new Consumer Duty regulations that launch on July 31.
New car registrations increased by 16.7% in May, but the private market dropped slightly by 0.5% and fleets are driving the market with growth of 36.9%.
The NFDA said it has been in “production discussions” with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on new Block Exemption guidelines.
Awards for some of the strongest businesses in UK motor retail were a highlight of the 2023 NFDA Spring Ball last weekend, organised by the National Franchised Dealers Association.
