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Surge in winter demand for 4x4s could be history, says Glass’s

The traditional winter surge in values for 4x4s may no longer be a feature of the market. The surge has failed to materialise again this year, says Glass’s, with the

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Used car values come under pressure in December

Values of used cars are under pressure in December as carmakers continue to push for market share in the new car market in Q4. The National Association of Motor Auctions

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Chevrolet Cruz: fastest selling used car, says Glass’s

The fastest selling used car in the UK in November was the Chevrolet Cruze (pictured) hatchback, according to Glass’s.  It took 27.2 days to sell at a price of £6,327

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Glass’s foreasts 3% rise in new car registrations in 2016

Glass’s is forecasting that new car sales in 2016 will increase by 3% over 2015. “Employment levels will continue to increase through 2016 and into future years, personal disposable income

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Dealers told to prepare for bumper post-Christmas car sales

Dealers have been advised to prepare for a bumper sales period following Christmas day as car buyers return to the market after the festivities. James Broadhead, CEO of Close Brothers

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Honda Motor Europe Logistics Renews Partnership with GEFCO UK

Under the new agreement, GEFCO UK will continue to provide a range of services to Honda Motor Europe Logistics including; inbound parts supply, weekly groupage, Less than Truck Load (LTL)

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The differences between new and used car buyers

Predicting behaviour from buyers who conveniently fit a certain profile is somewhat of a pipedream in a fast-moving digital world where lines blur, overlap and conflict, making it increasingly difficult

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VW sees registrations fall 20 per cent amid emissions scandal fallout

THE fallout from the VW emissions scandal has been reflected in detailed figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), which shows registrations of VW Group

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Average dealer profit rises 40% to £7,000 in October

In the 12 months to October the return on sales was 1.3%, well down on the 1.47% achieved in the 12 months to October 2014, according to dealer profitability specialist

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