New car sales hit 22-year high in February
New car sales rose by 7.2% in February to 90,100 registrations, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This makes it the highest February […]
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UK vehicle auctions bidding for strong 2026
Healthy retail demand drove a positive performance for UK vehicle auctions, according to the National Association of Motor Auctions. It reported that members were still being impacted by continued supply […]
New Car Code turns 50 ahead of ’26 plates
To mark the new ’26 vehicle registration, the Motor Ombudsman is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the New Car Code. The Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars was […]
New car sales down despite EV growth
New car sales fell by 3.9% in the EU in January, according to new figures published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). The decline was driven largely by falling […]
Hybrid demand doubles in January
New data has revealed a surge in hybrid demand during January, with its market more than doubling during the month. According to Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review, hybrids accounted for […]
Home charging key to used electric car sales
Six out of 10 dealers believe funding for free or low-cost home chargers would be the most effective government boost to used electric car sales. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker […]
Used car market rises for third year in a row
The UK’s used car market grew by 2.2% to 7,807,872 transactions last year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The increase marks three consecutive years of growth. Meanwhile, […]
Used car market on the front foot in 2026
The used car market has made a strong start to 2026, according to data from Percayso Vehicle Intelligence. Following a dip in December, January has seen average retail advertised prices […]
Used car values at BCA rise 5.8% in January
Average used car values rose sharply at BCA in January, increasing by 5.8% or £415 month-on-month to £7,630. This was the highest average price recorded since October last year. More […]
New car sales make strong start to 2026 – SMMT
New car sales in the UK grew by 3.4% in January to 144,127 units, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This makes it […]
Unexpected expenses take priority over car purchases
More than half of consumers are saving their money for unexpected expenses instead of buying another car. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker has revealed fragile confidence among UK customers, with […]
Trade profits surge 20% on Dealer Auction
Retail sales on Dealer Auction was recorded at £570m last year, with trade profits more than £15.6m. This represents an increase of 20% on 2024’s figures. Analysis of the data […]