All articles by Vishnu Priya N
Vishnu Priya N
UK new car market sees growth in May 2025: SMMT
Growth of 1.6% was reported for the month, driven by fleet and business purchases.
SMMT reports 11.8% shrinkage in UK van market in May 2025
Weak business confidence is impacting fleet investment, driving the downturn.
Toyota Group initiates privatisation of Toyota Industries
Toyota Fudosan, a company held by Toyota Group entities, will invest approximately Y180bn ($1.25bn) to foster collaboration within the group.
UK used car market remains stable with seasonal price dips in May
Auto Trader’s Retail Price Index, based on 800,000 daily pricing observations, reported the average price of a used car at £16,825.
Irish company EasyGo secures £300m Scottish EV infrastructure deal
The contract will see the installation of 570 new charging points by 2028.
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UK vehicle production decline hits record low in April 2025: SMMT
The UK vehicle production was the lowest output since 1952, excluding the first Covid lockdown in 2020.
Motor dealers face surge in fraud, research finds
New research from Close Brothers Motor Finance indicates that 76% of dealers conduct customer ID and credit checks.
AFP calls for measured response to cybersecurity risks in company vehicles
The association cautioned about the potential for vehicles, particularly EVs to be hacked or used for spying and espionage.
UK public service vehicle registrations surge nearly 50% in Q1: SMMT
In the quarter, registrations of double-deckers in the UK rose by 77.1% to 542 units.
Marshall acquires Jaguar Land Rover Swindon
The Swindon facility, located on Dorcan Way, boasts a range of modern amenities including a 130-space rooftop car park.