Evolving technology, legislation and regulation mean the dealer landscape continues to shift rapidly. By understanding what the landscape demands – and why – finance and …
Five predictions for 2019 that you will not read elsewhere February 19, 2019 Deal or no deal? advice on buying a car dealership
Gareth O’Hara, motor industry specialist and managing partner at Midlands legal practice, The Wilkes Partnership, provides a guide on what to look for during the …
Motor finance advertising: is it at risk of being clamped?
Following a number of upheld motor advertising complaints by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and a recent warning issued by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) …
The digital age of customer communication
There is an increasing expectation on motor finance providers to smooth the journey for today’s demanding consumers. Nick Lee, UK head of marketing at Paragon …
Consumer finance: don’t be weak in spotting vulnerability
The outcome of the latest Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) consultation into high-cost credit is expected to strengthen protection for vulnerable consumers. Martin Kisby, head of …
Time to be open about dealer finance expertise
The FCA’s proposed new directory of financial services professionals would further reinforce a culture of best practice and openness, and is an approach that simply …
Signing up to the E-volution
In one of the hottest industry trends, almost every vehicle manufacturer is looking at how to introduce electrification into their ranges, and how quickly they …
Vehicles at auction: tech and dealers’ new confidence
The fast-changing nature of the automotive world means that if auction houses take their eye off the ball, they may struggle to keep up. But …
Used cars: market strong despite issues
Rupert Pontin, director of valuations at Cazana, looks at the SMMT’s figures for September, and finds that the quick-turn sub-12-month sector’s retail values continue to …
UK car production: bumps in the road lie ahead
The SMMT’s announcement that UK car production has declined for a third month in a row came as no surprise, with a perfect storm of …
