More than half of UK dealers say April’s pay hike is the biggest hit to profitability.
Dealership leaders reveal what they expect from existing suppliers and how they want prospective new ones to add value to their business
Another Isle of Man car dealership has announced it is to shut at the end of the month, days after family-owned Mylchreests said it was closing its multi-franchise business after six decades.
Hyundai UK has joined forces with automotive data solutions provider Loop to enhance productivity, profitability, and consistency across its retailer network.
Unlocking 'the promise of information technology' is a key factor in improving dealer group profitability over the next five years as macro-economic factors and market competition look set to constrain growth in return on sales.
The latest outlook survey from the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) reveals widespread pessimism among dealers, reflecting their fears about navigating financial pressures and regulatory changes.
Research from Startline Motor Finance reveals that rising staff costs are the greatest concern for UK car dealers in 2025, with 40% of dealers identifying this as the factor most likely to negatively affect their business.
A leading expert on automotive economics is calling for a comprehensive overhaul of UK policy, including incentives, infrastructure development and a clear industrial strategy to address domestic production woes and accelerate the EV transition.
The results of the latest research by Automotive Management and BDO into the UK's biggest franchised dealer groups is here in the 2024 AM100 report.
US and Canadian investors are looking for opportunities in the UK’s automotive retail market and further acquisitions are expected to take place this year.
UK independent dealer Glyn Hopkin Group has been sold to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
As the July 4 General Election approaches, AM examined the contrasting visions from the major political parties on transport and environmental policies.
A sub-£3,000 2008-plate BMW Z4 Coupe offered the biggest profit potential at auction last month, according to Carwow.
Dealers struggling to find the right used cars at affordable prices may be looking in the wrong places
New data from cap hpi shows that only 17% of independent dealers stocked and advertised an electric vehicle last month, according to cap hpi.
Having the right partnerships will go a long way to ensure good outcomes for any car dealership. Alex Wright reports
Autotech Group founder Gavin White is to partner with commercial finance broker independent commercial finance broker Activate Business Finance
MINI’s iconic hatchback has appeared in Dealer Auction’s Retail Margin Monitor top 10 models for the first time.
Volvo Cars reports that its gross profit margins on its electric cars increased fourfold during the second half of 2023, contributing to a record trading year for the company.
While watched by the Financial Conduct Authority, finance and insurance still delivers welcome profit for car dealers. Debbie Kirlew reports
After some consolidation or break-ups of a few major groups, the AM100 also has four new entrants this time. See the report for details.
Car retailers from around the country are facing a series of rapid clean-up operations following the flood damage caused by Storm Babet.
A trading update by Pendragon has reported a "robust performance" in the first half of 2023, despite the headwinds of rising interest rates and inflation.
Chorley Group managing director Adam Turner explains to AM why multi-franchising is playing a key part in tackling the rising costs of business.
Caffyns, the AM car dealer group based in East Sussex, has blamed a 30% decline in profits on to inflation and higher business rates in its latest financial year.
