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Latest BCA Motorbike Sale sees record number of buyers
The latest sale of motorbikes by British Car Auctions (BCA), was a record for the company, with an entry of 203 motorbikes, scooters, quads and mopeds attracting 150 registered bidders. The high number of buyers underlined the enduring popularity of motorbikes, particularly with anyone trying to save on motoring costs. A total of 172 bikes were sold on the day, with sales totaling nearly £300,000. Among the stars of the show, a 2007 Harley-Da... [more]
Mazda establishes Mazda3 MPS Specialist Dealer Programme
The all-new Mazda3 MPS has gone on sale on 1 October, priced at £21,500 (on-the-road). To celebrate its introduction, Mazda is establishing a select nationwide network of dealers to operate its new ‘Mazda3 MPS Specialist Dealer Programme’. This new specialist approach to sales of the Mazda3 MPS is designed to provide prospective customers with an enhanced, more performance-orientated customer experience. Every ‘Specialist’ dealer will have a ... [more]
Motorists could save up to £10,100 by pre-ordering their 59-Reg vehicle now from Motorpoint
Traditionally, motorists have held on until September to change their car in order to benefit from so-called ‘special offers’ from dealers. However, Motorpoint believes that with amazing deals such as the 59-Reg Land Rover Freelander 2 2.2 Td4 SE at £19,999, a saving of £10,058 - there is absolutely no reason to delay. In fact, the car supermarket claims that motorists could save themselves as much as £10,100 by pre-ordering their 59-Reg vehic... [more]
Look out for stolen V5s
HPI warns dealers not fall victim to the threat involving stolen or forged V5s related to the new scrappage scheme. Whilst the scheme aims to revive the new car market and remove older, less eco-friendly cars from the road, it is likely to attract opportunistic criminals as well as the legitimate car buyers. HPI urges dealers to remain vigilant when it comes to checking vehicle documents. “In a bid to make the most of the scrappage scheme to s... [more]
Scrappage scheme paid by fuel duty bombshell
The AA has welcomed the Chancellor’s plans for a vehicle scrappage scheme whereby the consumer will receive a benefit of £2,000 (£1000 government grant and £1000 from vehicle manufacturers) if they cash in vehicles registered before 31 July 1999, but attacked the unexpected plans to hike fuel duty by 2p per litre in September as a “body blow” and “fuel duty bombshell”. In effect, motorists will be paying for the scrappage scheme at the pumps. ... [more]
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Car dealers fume over temp tag program; DMV to delay changes until March
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Car and truck dealers across West Virginia oppose a state proposal that would require them to switch to an electronic temporary license plate program initially scheduled to start Aug. 31. The dealers say the Division of Motor Ve...
Car dealers win VAT court battle against HMRC
The Court of Appeal has today (Friday July 30) ruled in favour of a group of five motor dealers seeking compound interest from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on VAT repayments.
Mercedes dealers win aftersales customers back
Mercedes-Benz dealers are bringing more car buyers back into their aftersales workshops, following initiatives agreed between the network and the manufacturer.
Car dealer gets reinstated with Cadillac, GMC trucks
Waynesboro car dealer Pat Berrang is officially back in business as a Cadillac/GMC truck dealer.
Self-stopping car tours Western Washington
BELLEVUE, Wash. - Volvo dealers are showing off their self-stopping car as it tours Western Washington. The 2011 Volvo S60 is stylish enough, but it is what it can do all by itself which turns heads. The sedan can stop itself at speeds up to 22 miles per hour. The safety feature is hoped to cut down on the number of drivers who hit pedestrians because they are distracted. The option will add ...
Local Dealers Await Chevy Volt
Endicott, NY (WBNG Binghamton)Chevrolet's newest hybrid car will be on the market early next year and New York State is one of just seven states to carry it. This week, local dealers began taking orders for the Chevy Volt. Action News Reporter Jenna Hanchard tells us how one local dealer is getting ready for its much anticipated arrival.
Auto dealers using city land at issue
For years, car dealerships in Orillia have "taken for granted" being able to prominently display their vehicles along roadways in front of their business, says Bob Brown, co-owner of Thor Motors Orillia Ltd.[...]
More dealers commit to backing BEN
Ford Retail and ACF Car Finance have both committed to supporting the Dealers Backing BEN campaign.
Automobile sales slow down in Summit County but dealers are upbeat
Automobile sales slow down in Summit County but dealers are upbeat
6 reasons to get a credit union car loan
A credit union car loan can be obtained through certain dealerships these days. Find out how.
