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Diesels Could Be Making A Comeback In The Used Car Sector
- September 26, 2019
- Posted by: John Swift
- Category: Automotive Industry
No CommentsDealers who push the eco-benefits and cost advantages of the latest Euro 6 diesel could see their sales rise as the message gets home that these engines can be cleaner, and cheaper, to run than a petrol or hybrid. For the past four years (since September 2015) all-new diesel vehicles sold in the UK have
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Independents Maintain Advantages Over Franchises and Supermarkets
- August 22, 2019
- Posted by: Josh Locke
- Category: Automotive Industry
Independent retailers held fractionally more used cars and vans last month than a year ago. However, they saw a much bigger stock increase relative to franchised dealers and also to supermarkets. Both held fewer vehicles and took longer to sell them. The latest monthly market analysis by Motors.co.uk reveals a typical stock pool among independent
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Cost Benefits Drive Used Diesel Sales – For Now
- July 23, 2019
- Posted by: John Swift
- Category: Automotive Industry
Used car buyers are still opting for the better fuel economy delivered by a modern diesel than a petrol model and the oil-burners are moving faster off dealers’ forecourts – but hybrids are catching up. New data from cap hpi adds to the mountain of evidence pointing towards diesel still being the fuel of choice
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Do Hybrids Pose Dangers For Dealers?
- July 1, 2019
- Posted by: John Swift
- Category: Automotive Industry
Dealers handling hybrid or electric vehicles either on their forecourts or workshops have been advised that they should not face higher insurance premiums – but have been issued with a health and safety warning about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries catching fire. The Independent Garage Association says it has heard that some members are being
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Growing EV Demand Gives Dealers Sales Opportunities
- April 11, 2019
- Posted by: John Swift
- Category: Automotive Industry
Independents should be stocking electric and hybrid cars and vans this year to capitalise on growing demand for these vehicles as their range increases, the national recharging infrastructure improves and cities begin to roll out Clean Air Zones putting a renewed focus on cutting emissions. Auto Trader named the all-electric Nissan LEAF, the fastest selling
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Revhead Ramblings: Say Goodbye to Mainstream Hybrid Tech
- February 12, 2019
- Posted by: Alex Baker
- Category: Revhead Ramblings
Toyota Pioneered the self-charging hybrid in the 90s, other than Honda, few manufacturers took notice. When Europe got serious with emissions though, they scrambled to catch up. The thing is, having a hybrid engine doesn’t automatically make a car environmentally friendly. They must be driven correctly to reap the benefits and these skills are only
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Revhead Ramblings: 2019 is a Huge Year For Cars
- January 3, 2019
- Posted by: Alex Baker
- Category: Revhead Ramblings
The new year is upon us and every car fanatic is waiting with baited breath for the cars we’ve been so cruelly teased with over the past year; or in some cases decades! Electrification is obviously due to be a big element this year, however that’s not to say we’ll be without our beloved fossil
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‘Road to Zero’ Strategy Should See More Charging Points Installed
- September 14, 2018
- Posted by: Alex Baker
- Category: News
The government have announced plans under their ‘Road to Zero’ strategy, to increase the number of charging points nationwide for our ever-increasing number of electric cars. With ambitions to see at least half of new cars be either zero or ultra-low emission by 2030, greater efforts must be made to improve our infrastructure. New homes,
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SUV Purchase Patterns Affected by Petrol and Hybrid Options
- September 7, 2018
- Posted by: Alex Baker
- Category: Automotive Industry, News
Premium SUVs date back to the 70s with the launch of the Range Rover. A capable off roader with a refined interior; this design has remained popular for decades and has recently exploded with every manufacturer throwing their hat into the ring. When debuted, these cars were never marketed as fast or economical. They were
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Alternative Fuel Vehicle Sales Expected to Grow
- July 24, 2017
- Posted by: Kari Jones
- Category: News, Tips For Dealers
Recently, there has been increasing concern and public awareness of the impact that diesel vehicles have on the environment. Consequently, there is speculation around the extent to which this will affect the car market and it’s sales…
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