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Welsh dealers see 4pc slip in new car sales last month
Feb 7, 2012
New car sales dipped over 4pc in Wales last month compared to 12-months ago and a near flat performance in Britain as a whole
Get ready for the squeeze, dealers are warned by analysts
Feb 7, 2012
Rising used car trade values will increase the squeeze on dealer profitability in February and beyond
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Feb 7, 2012
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Industry moves to improve standards
Feb 4, 2012
Training drives businesses to greater success and raises bottom line
Franchises face tough times and Chevrolet enforces new terms
Feb 2, 2012
Franchised dealers will experience a fall in workshop business as a result of falling new car sales and aggressive pricing strategies from independent and fast-fit outlets and Chevrolet prepares for expanded range with larger premises demanded
Bocanegra is good buy on used market as well as new
Feb 1, 2012
SEAT's style icon, the exotic Ibiza Cupra Bocanegra, is proving to be as hot a property in the used car market as it is among eager new car buyers
Dealers distort marketing plans for manufacturers, claims consultancy
Jan 27, 2012
Sales opportunities are not fully followed through after enquiries and lost as a result
Garage of the Year competition is relaunched with Havoline support
Jan 24, 2012
Consumer preferences are changing in the used car market
Mercedes-Benz dealers and manufacturer celebrate finance gains
Jan 23, 2012
Mercedes-Benz is celebrating doubling the amount of vehicles financed since 2009
Welsh are the most faithful car owners & like to use "their" repairer
Jan 21, 2012
Good work and loyalty pays for Welsh garages and their customers
Very challenging 12 months ahead traders warned
Jan 19, 2012
Used car sales finely balanced througout 2012 say two reports
Chinese brand begins search for good "customer focused" dealers
Jan 7, 2012
Geely Auto has high ambitions to build on customer satisfaction and good dealers
Diesels overtook petrol car sales for first time in Britain last year
Jan 6, 2012
New car sales were slightly worse than expected last year and it's going to be even tougher this year for manufacturers and dealers
Dealers can beat fraudsters by keeping up to date
Jan 6, 2012
The launch of a new mobile enabled browser for HPI is delivering its market leading vehicle history and mileage checks as well as valuations to dealers on the move
Mitsubishi dealers really are on a charge
Jan 5, 2012
Network will be fired up to deal with new generation of EVs and technology savvy customers
Retailers training will come under IMI
Jan 5, 2012
Projects to boost enterprise, jobs and growth with £3 Million investment
Renault Cardiff lead on EV model introduction
Dec 24, 2011
Renault Cardiff is the only French car maker's site in Wales selling and servicing the Kangoo Van ZE electric vehicle
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Dec 24, 2011
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Nissan Qashqai is best used car you can buy, say analysts
Dec 24, 2011
Nissan Qashqai has been voted ‘Used Car of the Year' for the 2nd year running
More buyers looking for financial assurance turn to FLA scheme
Dec 23, 2011
The Finance and Leasing Association has praised motor dealers for their commitment to better information for car buyers, after a record year for its Specialist Automotive Finance scheme
Renault dealership network will be reorganised and reduced
Dec 21, 2011
Renault has issued 12 month termination notices to its network and told dealers the number of outlets will be reduced by over a third by the beginning of 2013
Web-wise dealers can better serve customers and their profits, say Mazda
Dec 20, 2011
Pioneering changes to the Mazda retail experience will bring it in-line with modern car buying behaviour
Welsh family garage is Mitsubishi Motors UK top dealer of 2011
Dec 20, 2011
A strong reputation for outstanding customer service backed up by dedication and professionalism of loyal staff wins top British award for Welsh dealership
Staff are dealers biggest asset and need skills improving
Dec 19, 2011
Investing in skills is good for business and has a positive effect on the bottom line
Forecourt finance is growing again as buyers look for best deals
Dec 16, 2011
Motor finance sales for private new cars continue to grow, with a 6% increase in October compared to the same period in 2010
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