All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

DCAs: a turning point for motor finance?

Court of Appeal rulings, FCA reviews, and a Supreme Court appeal could reshape industry practices. A legal comment by David Allinson of RPC

London boroughs dominate vehicle crime rankings: ONS data

Haringey, Camden, and Islington record highest vehicle crime rates per million miles in England and Wales.

The Leasing Foundation announces date for summer party

Event to be held on 17 June alongside charity partner Coach Core and the FLA

Trump 2.0 policy shifts signal new direction for automotive sector, says GlobalData

JBR Capital extends Supercar Driver partnership for three more years

Renewed collaboration to enhance supercar ownership experience with exclusive events and tailored finance solutions.

Carwow launches digital wallet in partnership with Airwallex

New service aims to streamline online auction transactions.

UK banks’ motor finance provisions set to exceed £2bn in 2025: Fitch

Court ruling on commissions raises financial and operational risks for lenders.

Lloyds triples car finance compensation provision to £1.2bn

Bank’s profits hit as it boosts reserves for mis-selling claims

The ripple effects of Turo’s IPO withdrawal on the UK car-sharing market

Turo’s decision to abandon its IPO plans and Getaround’s US shutdown could have several implications for UK providers, including increased investor caution, market consolidation, regulatory scrutiny, and a potential decline in consumer appetite.

Beyond the tick-box: how dealers should address customer vulnerability

With financial vulnerability in sharp focus, automotive professionals need data-driven, systematic approaches to meet Consumer Duty requirements and protect their businesses, writes Jonathan Barrett at Comentis.