News this week that the country will remain in lockdown until at least the beginning of May was tough for everyone to hear, even if expected. However, signs that this mammoth national effort is starting to stem the spread of the coronavirus should strengthen our collective resolve to get through this. The automotive industry is […]
In a major step of market validation, the UK’s first and largest cryptocurrency automotive trader AutoCoinCars has reported a 1000% increase in sales within the last month, despite the current economic climate. Having recently announced its partnership with some of the UK’s biggest and most renowned car dealers, including Redline Specialist Cars, Saxton 4×4 and […]
Figures released by SMMT showed the UK new car market fell more than -44% in March – hardly a surprise with showrooms locked down for most of the month to contain the spread of the coronavirus, but very concerning nevertheless. Some 203,370 fewer cars were registered, making it the lowest March since we moved to […]
More than 100 of the UK’s top car dealers have signed up to partner with London-based AutoCoinCars, the country’s market leader in trading cars with cryptocurrency. Some of the UK’s biggest car dealers, including Redline Specialist Cars, Saxton4x4 and Benz Bavarian, have joined forces with the cryptocurrency platform, which sells hundreds of cars across the […]
SMMT is working hard to support members – and the entire automotive sector – and address the immediate challenges presented by Covid-19. This means working with other trade bodies at home and abroad at times, to coordinate efforts, but also daily dialogue with government. It is important we provide feedback to government on how its […]
According to research from international real estate advisor Savills, 2019 marked a record year for new store openings in the out of town retail market with operators taking advantage of falling rents and increased supply through insolvency activity. The firm also notes that, as we move into unprecedented and challenging times as a result of […]
