The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has urged the government to act swiftly in order to secure the long-term future of the automotive sector. The SMMT considers automotive to be one of the country’s most important assets. Return to Growth The timing of the push comes as the sector begins its recovery from […]
Read More →BMW has revealed more about its direct-sales agency model, which will see it invoice customers directly and retailers receive a fixed fee for each sale. Sales and marketing boss Pieter Nota said it will start with Mini in 2024 and all BMW cars in 2026. Often Misunderstood Nota was keen to stress “the agency model […]
Read More →Lookers’ Charles Hurst car retail division is to develop the only Lotus Car dealership in Northern Ireland. Boucher Road, Belfast The Geely-owned performance car brand’s new Emira coupe – an all-electric SUV will be introduced to the group’s Boucher Road car retail complex in Belfast. The deal has taken place under a new agency model […]
Read More →Yeomans Group has completed the acquisition of 11 Audi, Volkswagen, VW Commercial Vehicles and Skoda franchised car dealerships from Helston Garages. The deal was closed for an undisclosed sum. This will be the first time Yeomans, who are based in Worthing, have represented Volkswagen Group brands. Yeomans also represents Citroen, DS, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Peugeot, […]
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