All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

UK vehicle production rose in March, but Q1 figures decline: SMMT

The rise was driven by export demand, with car manufacturing growing for the first time in 12 months.  

EU new car registrations dips 1.9% in Q1 2025: ACEA

According to the industry body, this decline reflects the challenging global economic environment impacting automakers.  

Wholesale vehicle market remains steady in April 2025 ahead of Easter: NAMA

The market has remained stable with positive movements, particularly in van conversions.  

Ogilvie Fleet introduces Ogilvie ReLease for sustainable mobility

Ogilvie ReLease supports ESG goals by focusing on leasing used electric vehicles instead of new units.

Used hybrid cars dominate sales in April 2025: Auto Trader 

These vehicles are stated to be selling at a record pace, lingering on forecourts for an average of just 25 days, six days faster than in April 2021.  

Confidence vital for used EV market growth, says AFP 

AFP board director Ric Baird emphasised the need for EVs to be seen as “secure and sensible” purchases, comparable to petrol or diesel vehicles.  

Consumer car finance volumes fall by 2% in February 2025: FLA

The value of new business increased by 5% over the same period. 

UK vehicle ownership hits new high in 2024 with more than one million EVs 

The total number of vehicles in the UK increased 1.4% to 41,964,268, with cars in use up 1.3% to 36,165,401.  

CA Auto Bank reports 35% drop in net profit for 2024

The lender reported a 16% decline in operating income compared with 2023, totalling €390m. 

BMW leads retail margins; Nissan Qashqai emerges as fast mover

In the sub-£10,000 retail model chart, BMW’s 1 Series and 3 Series claimed fourth and fifth positions, respectively.