All articles by Verdict Staff
Verdict Staff
Data affects behaviour and drives down costs
Telematics has long been a feature of fleet monitoring, but its potential for private use is rising. Saad Ahmed investigates the developing technology, its potential uses in motor finance, and its possible role in an increasingly interconnected world
Cox Automotive UK: High volumes dont increase stocking times in September
Cox Automotive has reported strong market activity in the wholesale and retail used car markets in September.
Citroën could sell cars online in the UK from 2017
Citroën is gearing up to introduce fixed prices and online sales in the UK from 2017, according to press reports.
Impounded vehicles and the role of Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain
Paula Swain, partner at law firm Shoosmiths, warns that failure to prepare carefully in cases where financed vehicles have been seized for improper use could lead to an unwelcome decision at the adversarial impounding hearing
DSGs new lending business takes shape
With new money flooding into the motor finance market, the potential for partnerships, and even integration, between investment companies and industry operators is growing. Jonathan Minter speaks to DSGs Richard Hoggart about Unity, the brokers new lending business
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Cybersecurity in the motor finance industry: Sponsored by Intelligent Environments
The rise of digital has provided benefits to consumers and businesses, such as faster, more efficient processes and systems, however it has also created new threats. Jonathan Minter looks at how companies are looking to combat these threats.
Is the end of the road for PPI claims in sight?
Following feedback from firms, trade bodies and consumer organisations, the FCA has confirmed plans to implement its proposals on PPI mis-selling, writes Gowling WLGs Greg Standing
Recovering money owed by a judgment debtor from the hands of a third party
Obtaining judgment does not ensure that payment will be made by the judgment debtor; the onus is on you to take enforcement steps, write Addleshaw Goddards Jonathan Mills and Georgina Skuse
What’s next for the online finance industry?
With a reported 4.18 million vehicles sold in the first half of the year, it is the first time that any half-year sales have risen above the four million mark, which makes for encouraging reading for the motor industry as a whole.
Toyota takes first steps towards customer connectivity
In July Toyota Financial Services soft-launched a new online finance tool, allowing consumers to manage their agreement entirely online. Jonathan Minter spoke with Doug Gillies, managing director and Fiona Mackay, general manager, marketing and digital experience, about the project