Dealers are unhappy about the return on investment they are making in equipment training for EV and plug in vehicles. That’s one of the key findings of the second NFDA Electric Vehicle Dealer Attitude Survey. When asked about their satisfaction with return on investment in equipment training for EV and plug-in vehicles, retailers gave the… Continue reading Dealers unhappy about return on investment in EV training
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May used car values fall up to 4% in ‘market correction’
Used car values have fallen by up to 4% so far in May according to new data from cap hpi. It said the used market was undergoing a “market correction” and the pace of change has accelerated in May. The 4% fall equates to an average of over £350 on a one-year-old car and over… Continue reading May used car values fall up to 4% in ‘market correction’
SsangYong recruits 10 dealers to network in six months
SsangYong Motors UK has recruited 10 new dealerships to its ranks over the past six months. The brans is ramping up its recruitment in order to attract new players to its network and aims to have 90 dealers in place the close fo 2020 compared to 65 now. Nick Laird, managing director at SsangYong Motors… Continue reading SsangYong recruits 10 dealers to network in six months
Bowker Motor opens Porsche dealership in Preston
Lancashire-based Bowker Motor Group has opened a new Porsche Centre in Preston. The 43,000 square feet business features a 35-car showroom and a 13-bay workshop. There are two customer handover bays and two direct dialogue bays, which enable service advisors to demonstrate scope of technical work from every perspective; and, also electric vehicle charging points.… Continue reading Bowker Motor opens Porsche dealership in Preston
Electric Vehicle Approved scheme to recognise dealers
A new scheme has been launched to recognise dealerships skilled at selling and servicing electric vehicles. The Electric Vehicle Approved scheme will encourage car dealers to develop their expertise in servicing electric vehicles, as the country continues to move towards a zero-emission future backed by the government’s comprehensive £1.5 billion Road to zero strategy. The… Continue reading Electric Vehicle Approved scheme to recognise dealers
Stoneacre to expand with £6m Volvo Sheffield dealership
Work has begun on a multi-million pound relocation for Stoneacre Motor Group Sheffield. The new site on Penistone Road, Sheffield, is a £6m investment by the Group to improve facilities for customers. The Volvo dealership will have a larger showroom and offer the Volvo Personal Service, which means that technicians will liaise with the customer… Continue reading Stoneacre to expand with £6m Volvo Sheffield dealership
Dealer profitability rises 4.4% in March to £118,000
220119 Trust Ford Edgware. Generic shots The average dealer saw profits rise 4.4% to £118,000 in March compared to the same period last year. Dealer profitability specialist ASE said the performance was “very creditable” and underlined the resilience of UK motor retailing. “To improve profits whilst consumers and businesses were faced with the massive Brexit… Continue reading Dealer profitability rises 4.4% in March to £118,000
Pendragon to sell two JLR dealerships in California for £60m
Pendragon has struck deals to sell off two Jaguar Land Rover dealerships in California for £60m as part of its strategy announced two years to pull out of the US. The group has sold Mission Viejo to Lithia Motors for £29m in cash and Newport Beach for £31m. Lithia Auto had previously bought Pendragon’s Aston… Continue reading Pendragon to sell two JLR dealerships in California for £60m
EMaC launches aftersales academy for dealers
Service plan provider EMaC has launched an Aftersales Academy, offering free training to dealers on their books to help them maximise aftersales opportunities. The programme includes on-site workshops, webinars, incentives, hosted events and awards for star performers. Modules offer interactive group activities, discussions and self-directed learning to support individuals’ personal development. The academy has been… Continue reading EMaC launches aftersales academy for dealers
Suzuki GB opens its second Midlands dealership in Redditch
Suzuki GB PLC has announced the opening of Startin Suzuki Redditch, This brings its dealer network count for the UK to 159 locations and is the second Suzuki franchise to be opened by the Startin Group in the Midlands. The dealership will serve motorists in the key catchment area covering Alcester and Bromsgrove, through to… Continue reading Suzuki GB opens its second Midlands dealership in Redditch