Shows
Ignite & Scale - The Cambria Private Capital Podcast with Mike AllenNavigating 2025: EV Trends, China’s Rise & the State of the UK Car Market with Philip NothardEpisode overview:In this data-rich and candid conversation, Philip Nothard, one of the UK’s most respected automotive analysts, joins Mike Allen to unpack the major shifts shaping the sector in 2025. Fresh from Autopalooza and the FT Future of the Car Summit, Philip shares insights from the latest Cox Automotive Insight Quarterly report and explains what they mean for founders, operators, and investors.Topics covered include:Philip’s journey from shopfloor to boardroom insightWhy new car registrations are rebounding—and how long it might lastThe EV paradox: record growth but still behind policy targetsWhy used E...
2025-06-2519 min
The Motor SectorThe Motor Sector Podcast with Philip Nothard, Insight and Strategy Director at Cox AutomotiveThis content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages...
2023-03-0222 min
Motor Trade RadioMotor Trade Radio mid-week special interview with Steve Young, Managing Director of ICDP - September 2022Catch our Motor Trade Radio weekday special with auto retailing industry guru and ICDP MD Steve Young. Topics up for conversation include: 🚗 The dos and don'ts of customer service 🚗 Why the road to 100% EVs is problematic 🚗 And Steve's take on the significance of Pendragon's move to represent BYD in the UK. #AllTheChatterThatMatters with Philip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson "live" now on your podcast feed.
2022-09-2936 min
Motor Trade RadioMotor Trade Radio 17th September 2022 Podcast Exclusive with Dale Wyatt, Suzuki GB's Director of Automobile episode 49 season 8We have an unmissable interview on the Motor Trade Radio podcast powered by eBay Motors Group. Joining us this week is Suzuki boss Dale Wyatt for an update on how the brand's performing and future plans. Plenty to discuss. From bad car brand marketing (he's not a fan) to agency (he's definitely not a fan!). By way of push/pull supply/demand dynamics (he has a middle path); being 100% hybrid; BEV plans; what makes customers and dealers happy; and lots more! Plus, #AllTheChatterThatMatters with your hosts Curtis Hutchinson and Philip Nothard. Catch the sh...
2022-09-1727 min
Motor Trade RadioMotor Trade Radio 14th September 2022 special with Andy Conde, Manheim Auctions & David Bilsborough, Cheshire Cars Episode 48 Season 8As both Curtis & Molly take a well-earned rest, on this week's special @Motortraderadio podcast, we discuss the state of the retail & wholesale used market, powered by @ebaymotorsgroup. With special guests Andy Conde from Manheim Auctions and leading independent dealer David Bilsborough from Cheshire Cars. 📈Reviewing the year to date market 🚗 Retail & wholesale supply and demand activity ⛽️ Impact of the cost of living and fuel price rises 📉 Is there a trade to retail lag 🔮 What the outlook looks like for the next quarter #AllTheChatterThatMatters from Philip Nothard (and Curtis Hu
2022-09-1435 min
Motor Trade RadioMotor Trade Radio 20th August 2022 with special guest industry thought-leader Ian Godbold episode 43 season 8We have another headline-busting show podcast from Motor Trade Radio podcast, powered by eBay Motors Group. 🚗 Why focus and grip are needed for dealers during economic challenges 🚗 New approach needed for dealers selling older used stock 🚗 IMI predicts staff shortfall 🚗 EVs, MoTs and tyre wear 🚗 CitNOW Group expands with Real-Time Communications acquisition 🚗 PLUS digital marketing guru Ian Godbold drops in for a chat #AllTheChatterThatMatters with Philip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson, "live" now on your podcast feed!
2022-08-2037 min
Motor Trade RadioMotor Trade Radio 29th January 2022 episode 5 season 8Who's making the news on the Motor Trade Radio podcast this week, powered by eBay Motors Group? 🚗 cap hpi's Derren Martin on January's used car values 🚗 Jato Dynamics on European EV sales overtaking diesel in 2022 🚗 Lastest on Cazoo's falling share values 🚗 The SMMT sound a positive note on 2022 UK car production 🚗 CarShop adds new site to expanding network 🚗 iVendi on how all car dealers can be digital disruptors 🚗 Plus a sneak preview of our forthcoming aftersales chat with ICDP's Steve Young #AllTheChatterThatMatters from Curtis Hutchinson and Phili...
2022-01-3030 min
The Cox Automotive PodcastFuel/talk episode 17: Philip Nothard talks AutoFocus issue oneIn this episode… Philip Nothard joins James Davis once more, this time to talk about AutoFocus, the new quarterly insight digital magazine from Cox Automotive. Philip explains the rationale behind AutoFocus and shares an overview of what readers can expect to find in this first issue – including a look at the current new and used car sectors and Cox Automotive’s revised Q2 and 2021 new and used forecasts. Plus he discusses AutoFocus’ first article on the EV revolution - a look at where we are now, what customers and dealers think, and what needs to be done for national EV targe...
2021-04-1514 min
The Cox Automotive PodcastFuel/talk episode 16: James Leese and Philip Nothard talk dealers reopeningIn this episode… James Davis is joined by Cox Automotive’s Chief Customer Officer, James Leese and Philip Nothard, Insight & Strategy Director to discuss their expectations and hopes as showrooms in the UK start to reopening following the third national lockdown. They discuss how this latest lockdown has differed to those preceding it, how the market has performed during Q1 and their expectations for Q2, and the ways in which Cox Automotive continues to support its dealer customers as they start to resume business as usual.
2021-04-0816 min
The Cox Automotive PodcastFuel/talk episode 8: Philip Nothard talks Insight Report 2020In this episode… this week, Cox Automotive and Grant Thornton published their third Insight Report. The report is once again packed with valuable insight, predictions and commentary on some of the biggest trends and topics influencing the automotive industry today. The impact of COVID-19 on the automotive sector is of course a recurring theme, but it also discusses what’s next on the road to zero; the growing subscription economy; digital retail; big data, connectivity and technology; and business strategy for 2021 and beyond. Plus, for the second year, the Cox Automotive insight team have revealed their predictions for new and used...
2020-11-2512 min
Motor Trade RadioAndy Bruce exclusive interviewOn this Sunday's special Motor Trade Radio podcast, Andy Bruce CEO of Lookers, updates Philip Nothard on the progress of the group's BEN Charity Industry Challenge. Last year Andy was nominated as the industry leader to follow Jeremy Hicks and Daksh Gupta to raise funds for the motor industry's hard working charity. The ambitious Lookers Electric Charge will see staff across Ireland and the UK undertake a 2,000 mile carbon neutral EV relay drive from dealer to dealer. The Electric Charge started in May in Dublin and will finish in Eastbourne later in the y...
2018-07-1523 min
Motor Trade RadioWhat GDPR means for your dealerships with Suzanne DibbleJoining Philip Nothard today is Suzanne Dibble, former ITV and Virgin Group lawyer who is an expert in the minefield that is GDPR. Suzanne offers practical, actionable tips on how you can ensure compliance and dispels some of the myths around GDPR.
2018-07-0840 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 30th June 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COXAutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we discuss the stories of the week as @AM reveals the top 100 performing franchised dealer groups in the UK. Whilst @CarDealerMag revealed who won what at Car Dealer Power 2018 with @RadarVideoUK being Highly commended for Video Provider of the Year. @Dailytelegraph reports on the potential gamechanger for #EV as @BP_plc opened its chequebook to buy Chargemaster, the UK's biggest electric vehicle recharging operator. @Motortrademag reports twice on #WLTP as Cap hpi forecasts wave of ca...
2018-06-3027 min
Motor Trade RadioOnline Car Sales: Is Digital Delivering?This special Motor Trade Radio podcast is themed around digital car shopping. With a growing number of car makers and dealer groups offering online car sales, Curtis Hutchinson quizzes our special guest panel on current and future digital shopping trends for retailers and buyers. Panel Guests Philip Nothard Co-host MotorTradeRadio and Cox Automotive Dermot Kelleher Director of Marketing & Insight, Media Solutions James Davis Director of Commercial Vehicles, Manheim Stuart Masson Editor at The Car Expert & The Van Expert Host Curtis Hutchinson Co-host MotorTradeRadio & Curtis Hutchinson Communications
2018-06-2432 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 23rd June 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we discuss the stories of the week as @BBCNews reports on the Audi chief Rupert Stadler arrested in diesel emissions probe whilst @SunMotorsUK headline reads BACKTRACK: Total ban on petrol and diesel cars might NOT come into force by 2040, according to Government. @Motortrademag exclusive reports on analysis carried out by @CoxAutomotiveUK that #dealers have reduced their exposure to #diesel holding less stock than they did a year ago. @AutoRetail report exclusively that @Rockar101 promises profitability in 2018...
2018-06-2323 min
Motor Trade RadioIs diesel still the Daddy?Is Diesel Still the Daddy? Find out on our special Motor Trade Radio podcast this Sunday...on Father's Day! I'll be posing all sorts of questions themed around the ongoing diesel debate to our special guest panel: Curtis Hutchinson asks the questions and joining Cox Automotive's Philip Nothard on the panel are: Dermot Kelleher, director of marketing and business intelligence at Motors.co.uk Stuart Masson, editor of The Car Expert and The Van Expert websites James Davis, director of commercial vehicles at Manheim Remarketing and the man who came up with the title for this week...
2018-06-1719 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 16th June 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we discuss the stories of the week as @AutoNewsEurope reports on Jaguar Land Rover launches subscription lease service whilst @BBCNews reports on the Land Rover Discovery model moved to Slovakia from the UK. From Friday the 22nd of June, Derek Blair hosts the brand new monthly 'Sell more vehicles podcast', focusing on how to sell more cars, vans, commercial and leisure vehicle using paid-for social media ads. @AMChatter reports on London Motor Show 2018...
2018-06-1624 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 2nd June 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we discuss the stories of the week as @AMChatter reports on @HendyGroup acquiring Portsmouth's @Unbeatablecar used car supermarket. @Motortrademag reports that big SUVs are coming under pressure and experiencing some of the biggest prices falls in the used car market. Whilst, @AMChatter reports on @CaffynsGroup 16% profit decline amid 'very disappointing' performance of volume car brands. @AutoRetil reports Retail group @JohnsonsCars has reported a reduction in certain manufacturers' volume targets - "Manufacture...
2018-06-0222 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 26th May 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we discuss the story of the week from @AMChatter as @VolvoCars has teamed up with online retail specialist @AmazonUK in a bid to drive convenient access to its vehicles with a 'Prime Now test drives' initiative. Whilst @Motors.co.ukpartners with Top Gear to give its car dealer partners' stock "even greater exposure" online @Motortrademag reports #dealers can boost their sales conversion rates by offering test drives geared towards customer usage, according to Coachworks Consulting...
2018-05-2633 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 6th May 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as @amchatter reports - Now Motor Retailing has gone into administration, however its five Vauxhall dealerships have been rescued by PSA's own dealer group, Go Motor Retailing, and @EdenMotorGroup, whilst @ASE_global report the average UK dealer made a profit of just under £107,000 in March, marking a fall of £7,700 from the prior year total. @PendragonPLC appoints director to spearhead used car sales reported on @Motortradermag @Dailymirror reports New MOT rules to be introdu...
2018-05-0519 min
Motor Trade Radio28th April 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we add some context to two stories this week from @COXAutomotiveUK rep
2018-04-2823 min
Motor Trade Radio21st April 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of @COX AutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as we add some context to the story of the week – as all Vauxhall franchise contracts are being terminated as the brand begins a complete refranchising programme reported by @amchatter and @AutoNewsEurope report that PSA Group will focus its slimmed-down Opel/Vauxhall dealership network across Europe on sales performance and customer satisfaction. Jaguar Land Rover said it will cut 1,000 jobs and reduce production at two of its UK factories as demand for diesel cars slumps be...
2018-04-2120 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 7th April 2018Today Philip Nothard of @COXAutomotiveUK is joined by Curtis Hutchinson to chat about this week's news and Philip adds some context, as @BBCNews report about UK car registrations plunge in March whilst Vauxhall to build new Vivaro van at Luton.
2018-04-0725 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 31st March 2018Join Philip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson as they discuss the headlines from around the automotive industry this Easter Saturday.
2018-03-3127 min
Motor Trade RadioSatrday 24th March 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as AM reports plans to "cull more than 100 of Vauxhall's 324 UK retail locations" and Ford announces new retail partnership with Rockar in Manchester's Arndale shopping centre. KPMG appointed administrators to North Wales-based Nissan and Citroen retailer, whilst former Leekes home furnishing store to reopen as Trade Centre UK supermarket. Group 1 retailer considers introducing its US value brand to sell older part-exchanges and former Jaguar Land Rover director Peter Bell joins Manheim as managi...
2018-03-2429 min
Motor Trade RadioJames Davis Director of Commercial Vehicles, ManheimPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews James Davis Director of Commercial Vehicles, Manheim. James shares his what's happening in the UK new van market as we end Q1and how the wholesale market is performing. Then James dusts off his crystal ball, to share his views for the remainder of 2018 and beyond and more importantly the impact and considerations regarding the external influences affecting the commercial vehicle market.
2018-03-1842 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 17th March 2018On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive is joined by Curtis Hutchinson chat about this week's news as Marshall Motor Holdings reports 19.4% turnover growth and increased profit for 2017. TrustFord named Fleet Dealer of the Year at the Fleet News Awards 2018, plus Karl Davis, managing director of Coachworks Consulting, on why entering industry awards is good for staff morale as well as business. A spat between two iconic marques about who leads the way in EV luxury, as car wars erupt between Aston Martin and Rolls-Royce and carmakers should pay for air pollution, say MPs...
2018-03-1751 min
Motor Trade RadioSunday interview: Liam QueganPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Liam Quegan, MD at NextGear Capital UK & Ireland. Liam gives a stock funding market overview and insights into how Q1 has been shaping up while discussing thoughts on a recent visit to the US.
2018-03-1131 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 10th March 2018Today Philip Nothard of COX Automotive is joined by Curtis Hutchinson to chat about this week's news. February new car sales fall, as diesel continues to lose favour while Stoneacre Motor Group make their third acquisition in 2018
2018-03-1027 min
Motor Trade RadioThe Sunday Interview with the IMDAPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Jim Reid and David Bilsborough of the IMDA to discuss the growth of the association since its launch in November 2017 and a couple of the current industry topics being discussed by its members. They raise the recent news; that dealers should be checking their Facebook reviews, as many have reported them disappearing overnight. And the more industry-wide topic of ex-business use vehicles and some best practice for dealers. And finally, they announce the launch of the first Independent Dealer Round Table event on the 21st February a Manheim Shepshed
2018-02-1848 min
Motor Trade Radio17th February 2018 Saturday Morning ShowJoin Philip Nothard of Cox Automotive and Curtis Hutchinson as they round up the weeks headlines from around the motor trade.
2018-02-1724 min
Motor Trade RadioSunday Bonus - 'State of the market' special with Andy CondePhilip Nothard of COX Automotive and Andy Conde, General Manager Auctioneers Manheim, discuss the January used car market, the strength of conversion and values, driven by demand for quality and ready to retail product. Andy explains the importance of highly experienced and knowledgeable auction management teams, to deliver and complete, committed and connected service to customers. He concludes with observations on the existing balance of supply and demand, and how the remainder of the first quarter of 2018 could perform.
2018-02-1124 min
Motor Trade RadioStuart Masson - TheCarExpert.co.ukPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Stuart Masson - Editor - The Car Expert and The Van Expert. They share some of the observations influencing the sector in 2017; from the decline in new-car sales, the changing share of diesel and what the future of the fuel market could look like. Stuart shares his views of the potential outcome of the pending results from the bank of England and FCA investigations into the finance sector. They conclude by discussing what 2018 could look like, some of the key factors influencing the year and both the opportunities and threats they could present.
2018-01-2839 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 20th January 2018Today Derek Blair and Philip Nothard discuss Volkswagen sales jump to 6.23 million in China, Continental hires JP Morgan for possible structural overhaul and 70% of UK motorists prefer independent garages, according to Servicing Stop. Also, job firm warns Brexit will 'turbocharge' technician shortage, Lookers invests £12m in Glasgow for Volvo and Jaguar, Rockar partners with Next shops and Mercedes expects 25% of sales will be online by 2022.
2018-01-2039 min
Motor Trade RadioSunday interview Martin Dew of Autoweb DesignPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Martin Dew, Operations Director of Autoweb Design. Martin discusses what's been happening at Autoweb Design, and some of the key trends they've identified in digital in 2017. He shares some if the key trends in automotive digital marketing, and what we could expect to see in 2018. Martin also shares his thoughts on how dealers can make sure they are getting the most from their websites, and make more from their digital marketing spend. And finishes with some thoughts about what to expect for the year ahead in digital and from Autoweb Design.
2018-01-1428 min
Motor Trade RadioBonus episode WMS Rescue and recoveryPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive, interviews Rajiv Kapoor, Head of Operations at WMS Rescue and Recovery. Raj explains the product and why it's different to other companies in that sector.
2018-01-0128 min
Motor Trade Radio2017 - A year in reviewToday's Christmas Special episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive is joined by Curtis Hutchinson to discuss the car retailing highlights of 2017 with a month by month look at the biggest headlines. Stories covered include Sytner moving into the car supermarket business with two acquisitions, March's record registrations, falling dealer profitability, the growing importance of Facebook for dealers, the launch of the Independent Motor Dealers Association and much, much more! A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone, and a thank you for all the support throughout 2017 and we look forward to...
2017-12-2336 min
Motor Trade Radio16th December 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor at Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, as pre-tax profits up 9.9% to £1.07bn amongst the UK's biggest franchised dealer groups and Sytner, UK's biggest dealer group consolidates its used-car business with second car supermarket purchase. Meanwhile the Finance & Leasing Association reports finance sales now tracking -6% down year on year. Cox Automotive releases positive trading figures for November, as trade and retail demand holding up as sector hold for seasonal slowdown. As, Ford extends scrappage scheme for cars and vans into Q1...
2017-12-1623 min
Motor Trade RadioTim Hudson, MD, Manheim Inventory SolutionsPhilip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Tim Hudson, MD of Manheim Inventory Solutions. Tim discusses the main trends noticed in the industry over the last year and what the future of the sector looks like. He also, shares the background of why double-blocking was recently introduced to Bruntingthorpe and some of the biggest challenges the sector has faced, and how they are responding; whilst summarising some of his key thoughts about vendors and buyers should be thinking about.
2017-12-1023 min
Motor Trade Radio9th December Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor at Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, as SMMT report that the new car market falls for the eighth consecutive month with diesel demand down 30%, along with Van sales falling -11% across the board with small LCVs hit hardest. Franchised dealers go into the red in October reports ASE, as the average dealer site made £2,000 loss as return on sales fell to 1.01% in the rolling year. Pendragon to reduce Stratstone premium brand locations, the dealer group will reduce its p...
2017-12-0926 min
Motor Trade RadioPhil Morgan, Head of FindAndFundMyCar.com Philip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Phil Morgan, Head of findandfundmycar.com. Phil discusses the reason for entering what is already a crowded market and with his background at Gocompare, shares the challenges of making it a success and a household name. Phil shares how the relationship with Motonovo will work, whether the dealers will need to support Motonovo and which dealers, it is aimed at. He also shares the launch strategy and hints at the jingle they have created, to try to top Gocompare for the most annoying jingle of all time.
2017-12-0326 min
Motor Trade Radio2nd December 2017 Saturday Morning ShowToday Philip Nothard of COX Automotive is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor at Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines inc. Facebook, Motorpoint, cap hpi, Lookers and Luscombe Suzuki in Leeds.
2017-12-0221 min
Motor Trade Radio25th November 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor at Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines
2017-11-2529 min
Motor Trade RadioAlastair Jeff - The Sunday Interview Philip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Alistair Jeff, Head of Operations at GardX AD-Vantage. Alistair discusses what 'going digital' means for them, and the importance of keeping up to date with the way in which consumers engage throughout the buying process. The why and what's about spin, the hot spots and utilising digital to present products. They discuss the strategy behind the recent partnership with MODIX UK to deliver 360° and why it's more efficient and stronger to work together. And finally, a hint of what the future looks like from the GardX AD-Vantage family, as they keep their finger on the pul...
2017-11-1930 min
Motor Trade RadioThe Sunday Interview - Gavin White Autotech recruit Philip Nothard of COX Automotive, interviews Gavin White, MD of Autotech Recruit Ltd. Gavin shares how he got into the industry, and why he created Autotech Recruit and some of the current issues facing recruitment in the automotive industry. They discuss some of the long and short-term challenges, surrounding school leavers entering the sector, and skills required of the evolving technology in the vehicles of the future.
2017-11-1241 min
Motor Trade Radio11th November 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by show host Derek Blair, CEO of Radar Media, to discuss the latest headlines from MotorTrader.com
2017-11-1136 min
Motor Trade RadioDarren Sinclair, Managing Director Modix UK, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive interviews Darren Sinclair, MD of MODIX UK. Darren shares some of the key consumer trends in digital retailing, how the role of the dealership has evolved and what are the key challenges we face ahead. They discuss the opportunities for dealers who innovate and embrace digital, and where MODIX UK are supporting retailers with solutions such as Adbox, 360° imagery, and more importantly, what the future development road-map looks like.
2017-11-0525 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday 4th November 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor of Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines. The Independent Motor Dealers Association (IMDA) has revealed plans to offer members an online dealer-to-dealer trade-in service as well as collective buying packages from approved suppliers. The new trade association launches on 5 November and will be hosting a special launch event at the Motor Trader Summit on 21 November. Meanwhile, Arnold Clark has introduced a five-day working week for new and existing sales staff across its dealerships and Motor Stores in...
2017-11-0435 min
Motor Trade Radio28th October 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor atMotortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, Pendragon is carrying out a strategic review of its business as it announced that underlying pre-tax profits for the year to 31 December 2017 will fall 20% to £60m compared to £75.4m in 2016. And, a big push on commercial vehicles helped Ford dealer group Peoples generate record turnover in the year to 31 July 2017 although profits dipped. Conversely, Inchcape turned in a strong international performance in the third quarter, up 14.6% to £2.3bn. In other news, the rate of pay ri...
2017-10-2827 min
Motor Trade Radio21st October 2017 - Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard of COX Automotive joined by Curtis Hutchinson, editor at Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, Lance Bradley to step down as MD of Mitsubishi UK in 2018 and Motors.co.uk to launch Price & Go part-exchange and disposal service. Vertu Motors is poised to support its online used car buying service with an "aggressive" marketing campaign following its soft launch in May. In other news, Polestar, Volvo Car Group's performance arm, has announced that its cars, which go into production in 2019, will be configured and ordered online using...
2017-10-2143 min
Motor Trade RadioThe Sunday Interview - Sally Owens - Promotor GroupPhilip Nothard interviews Sally Owens, Head of Sales at Promotor Group. Sally shares why it was created, what it does and where listeners can find out more and discuss opportunities. Sally also shares some of the feedback they have received and what the future looks like.
2017-09-2439 min
Motor Trade Radio16th September 2017 Saturday Morning ShowPhilip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson of Motortrader.com discuss the latest headlines, including a certain Philip Nothard being appointed head of external relations of Cox Automotive UK
2017-09-1628 min
Motor Trade RadioThe Sunday interview with Ian Ferguson of AutoApprovalPhilip Nothard, interviews Ian Ferguson, Co-Founder of Auto Approval (and David Carruthers Co-Founder) Ian shares the whys, what's and where's of pending exciting launch of Auto Approval and remarketing plans with Autorola. More importantly how it works, the relationship between the dealers and manufacturers, the team and funding behind it and short and long-terms plans.
2017-09-1038 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 9th September 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson of Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, Renault, Nissan, Kia, Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo and Abarth have become the latest brands to announced scrappage schemes in the UK to boost sales in the September plate-change and the final quarter of 2017. Whilst, New car registrations fell for the fifth consecutive month in August, down -6% to 76,433 units; year-to-date the market is down -2.4%, with 1,640,241 registered, according to figures from the SMMT. In other news, Kia is the most highly rated fran...
2017-09-0928 min
Motor Trade RadioAndrew Duthie of A for AudiPhilip Nothard, interviews Andrew Duthie, Director at A for Audi Express Ltd. Andrew shares the why, what's and where's of their recent launch of Express Ltd and partnership with QParks, along with the results of the survey which highlighted a potential opportunity for such an operation, as consumers become ever increasingly time poor.
2017-09-0325 min
Motor Trade Radio2nd September 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Curtis Hutchinson of Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, as the SMMT has taken the unusual step of reissuing its used car sales figures for Q2, and recalculated figures revealed, that UK used car transactions experienced a decline of just -0.7% instead of the previously quoted -13.5%. Whilst, a survey by Warrantywise of 1,320 people showed that repair garages – independents and franchised dealers – beat estate agents into first place, with plumbers taking the third spot. In other news, Hyundai is the latest carmaker to launch a scrappage s...
2017-09-0230 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 26th August 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard andCurtis Hutchinson of Motortrader.com to discuss the latest headlines, Ford has a launched a scrappage scheme covering all makes of cars and vans registered before the end of 2009. Whilst, The South Africa-based Imperial Holdings has acquired Pentagon Motor Holdings for an undisclosed sum. And, the Trade Centre Wales' first site in England has doubled its monthly pre-tax profits to an average of £2m since opening in April 2017, according to a trading update issued by the group. In other news, Pendragon has confirmed its latest Evans Halshaw Ca...
2017-08-2635 min
Motor Trade Radio12th of August 2017 - Saturday Morning ShowGet ready to have your ears blown off as Philip Nothard is joined today by Paul Fieldson, the Operations Director for Radar Video. Paul shares his 23 years in the motor trade and he also offers his opinion on, well, pretty much everything!
2017-08-1244 min
Motor Trade RadioPhilip Nothard is joined by James Hind, CEO of Car WowAn overview of why and where carwow was formed, and the initial demand for such a product in the automotive industry. Then, discussing the latest round of £30m investment, along with the Who and Why's, and more importantly what the investment will create. Then we discussed what's happening for the remainder of 2017, in terms of additional product functionality, the strategy for 2018. We finished off with, the insights the behaviours of consumers creates and how the sharing of the data can help both the retailers and manufacturers, but more importantly, the consumers.
2017-08-0620 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 5th August 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Peter Zinkewycz of Radar Video to discuss the latest headlines, including re-entering the car supermarket sector with the opening of its first Lookers Outlet site in Gateshead on 4 August. Whilst, Pendragon plans to open five new Evans Halshaw Car Stores in the second half of 2017. The new stores will open in Ipswich, Norwich, Borehamwood, Dartford and Ashford. And, Dodge is returning to the UK after a seven-year absence under a new import and distribution deal with Auto Export Corporation (AEC). The move will also see the introduction...
2017-08-0524 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show - 29th July 2017This week Philip Nothard is joined by Jason Jeggo, of Radar Video. The guys discuss the latest developments at Radar and the launch of the Suzuki Instant Ad Creator - the instant video tool for automotive marketing, plus the headlines from Motor Trader.
2017-07-2924 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show - Motor Trader Awards Special 2017Today's episode features Philip Nothard and guest Curtis Hutchinson of Motor Trader Magazine. They discuss the winners of last week's #MTraderAwards at the prestigious JW Marriott Grosvenor Hotel on Park Lane, London. Special mentions are given to: New Dealership of the Year – TrustFord Epsom Text book example of opening a new site in a busy town and hitting the ground running Social Media – Group – Day's Motor Group South Wales based group shows how to integrate social media platforms to drive interaction and sales Social Media – Single Site – Luscombe Su...
2017-07-2232 minMotor Trade RadioSunday Interview - Jon Sheard, Operations Director, enquiryMAXJon Sheard is the Operations Director of enquiryMAX, a UK-based company and provider of leading automotive retail software. Today he talks to Philip Nothard on what enquiryMAX can do for your dealership.
2017-07-1622 minMotor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com,Philip Nothard is joined by a guest co-host, Andy Lycett, an avid listener to the show, and works at the sharp end of the industry. They discuss the latest headlines fromMotortrader.com, including Lookers latest news, to move to new HQ in Manchester in 2017. Whilst, The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has warned the motor retail sector is failing to train enough technicians in electric technology to keep pace with growing electric vehicle (EV) sales. In other news, Dealers have been warned to...
2017-07-1535 min
Motor Trade RadioNeil Hodson, CEO, Aston BarclayOn today's bonus Sunday interview, Philip Nothard talks with Neil Hodson CEO of Aston Barclay Group. Neil shares how the recent acquisition plans came about, whilst discussing the excitement surrounding the new 'super centre' in Donnington and how they plan to double in the next five years.
2017-07-0228 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 1st July 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines, including why The Bank of England has highlighted the risk of soaring consumer credit and the booming car finance market. Whilst, Land Rover had the largest number of authorised claims for four-year-old vehicles, according to analysis of Warranty Direct customers over three years. Jaguar, Vauxhall and Renault led other manufacturers with the highest proportion of authorised claims. In other news, #Diesel car values continue to fall at a steeper rate than petrol, cap hpi on values in May plus...
2017-07-0128 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 24th June 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines, including the recent popular subject that Pentagon has hit out at some carmakers who are putting dealers under pressure with their volume targets. Whilst, the majority of dealers (76%) said they expected profits to drop or remain static for the year, an increase of 20 percentage points over 2016, according to the second annual MHA Motor Dealer report. In other news, Volkswagen UK is to open its first store next month in the Bullring shopping centre in Birmingham. Trust Ford...
2017-06-2426 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show, 10th June 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor ofMotortrader.com. They discuss the latest headlines, including the key findings of the JD Power 2017 UK Customer Service Index (CSI) Study.
2017-06-1031 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 3rd June 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor of Motortrader.com. They discuss the latest headlines, including the an always popular subject of salaries, as the average dealer principal saw annual salary in 2016, including commission, rise 23.4% to £116,000 compared to the previous year. Inchcape rated 5 in the Motor Trader Top 200 with annual turnover of £2.7bn, has introduced the package to retain its current 950 technicians while also attracting 350 new technicians to its business. In other news, Rybrook Holdings has bought Paymill Motor Holdings, which operates a BMW and Mini and Mo...
2017-06-0325 min
Motor Trade Radio27th May 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor of Motortrader.com. They discuss the latest headlines, including the exclusive news that Auto Trader has terminated its contract to supply a stock feed to MotoNovo's forthcoming FindAndFundMyCar classified website. Ford is aiming to boost all-makes parts and servicing sales for dealers with the launch of the Omnicraft range of parts, whilst Vauxhall has relaunched its £2,000 Scrappage Allowance promotion for certain models ordered and registered before 30 June. In other news, according to Jato Dynamics, April new car registrations dip 7% in E...
2017-05-2749 min
Motor Trade Radio20th May 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor of Motortrader.com. They discuss the latest headlines, including the exclusive news that Vertu Motors has confirmed it will continue its programme to grow by acquisition with existing partners as well as attract new car brands to its portfolio. Plus, they debate the research carried out by Centre for Economics and Business Research for Trustpilot; online car sales to 'cost' 27,000 automotive sales jobs in a decade? In other news, Peugeot UK is to launch a Peugeot Direct used car programme...
2017-05-2029 minMotor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 13th May 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor of Motortrader.com. They discuss the latest headlines including the exclusive news that Vertu Motors has launched an online used car sales platform and a round-up of the second annual dealer-led London Motor Show 2017. Plus, Motor Trader has revealed the finalists for the 2017 Motor Trader Awards. A team of roving judges will be visiting the shortlisted companies and will report their findings back to the judging panel. In other news, Vertu Motors has achieved record turnover and profit for the year end...
2017-05-1328 min
Motor Trade Radio6th May 2017 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines from Motortrader.com, and Philip reports on the success of COX Automotive debut Summit at the Ricoh Arena. Whilst Dealers are reporting a year-on-year decline in physical footfall in April according to a survey from cap hpi. They also put some context around the headline '' New car registrations plummeted -19.8% to 152,076 units in April as buyers brought forward purchases ahead of the switch to new VED rates, which came into force on 1 April 2017''. In another news, Marshall Motor Holdings...
2017-05-0627 min
Motor Trade Radio29th April 2017 Saturday Morning Show On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines from Motortrader.com, and updates and highlights from recent events they've attended over the week. Whilst Ford is rolling out its Ford Mobile Service programme nationwide after a successful trial around Greater London; Used cars and aftersales powerPendragon in first quarter. In another news, Auto Trader has acquired Macclesfield-based Motor Trade Delivery (MTD) for an undisclosed sum. An exclusive to Motortrader.com, Theresa May's call for a snap election in May will not have a negative impact on the n...
2017-04-2943 min
Motor Trade RadioEaster Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's Easter Weekend special episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Jason Jeggo Director of Sales - Radar Video to discuss the latest headlines, including the latest from Cox Automotive, as they launch into the Dealer Management Systems (DMS) market in the UK with Incadea. In other news, Cox Automotive UK has launched a used car benchmarking data tool, the long-awaited competitor to Auto Trader's i Control – presents dealers with a dashboard that highlights imagery, pricing, search volumes and days in stock. Whilst, Ford Motor Company has entered the UK consumer savings market wi...
2017-04-1536 min
Motor Trade Radio1st April 2017 Motor Trade RadioCurtis Hutchinson joins Philip Nothard to discuss on today's #AprilFools day episode. This week's headlines from MotorTrader.com including exclusives from Exchange & Mart, Honda, SsangYong and Radar Video plus news from AutoTrader, CAP HPI and CarShop
2017-04-0132 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 25th March 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines from Motortrader.com including real life testing carried out by Which? on diesel cars that revealed big variations among leading brands. They also discuss research from Dealerweb suggesting the average purchase price of a GAP policy was down 1% in 2016 compared to 2015. In other news, Ford is offering its premium Vignale sub-brand to all of its 466 UK dealers having previously restricted sales to its top-end FordStore network and Porsche Centre West London has become the latest dealer to be confirmed...
2017-03-2538 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of Motor Trade Radio, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines from Motor Trader. This week, a big story for the industry broke, when individuals responsible for car clocking offences amounting to more than seven million miles have been successfully prosecuted. In dealer news, Inchcape turned in a strong performance in the UK and Europe in 2016 with trading profit up 9.2% to £97.1m on turnover up 14.9% to £4.06bn. And Derbyshire-based Pentagon Group turned in flat pre-tax profits of £4m (£4.2m in 2015) in 2016 on turnover of £472m (£484m). And Vertu has issued...
2017-03-0432 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the latest headlines from Motortrader.com. This week a new survey from cap hpi showed dealers believe car buyers are unaware of the implications of the changes being introduced to the way Vehicle Excise Duty. Also, Motor1.com is to launch into the UK online car classified market over the next few weeks. In manufacturer news, Volkswagen has appointed Matt Benns as head of customer quality and network development and SsangYong has added three new dealers to its dealer network. And the...
2017-02-2547 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com, including this week's lead headline, that PSA has confirmed it is in talks to buy General Motors' European Opel and Vauxhall operations. Jaguar Land Rover has announced plans to boost its London sales operations by opening two new sites, including a flagship facility operated by Sytner, as well as significantly upgrading its existing showrooms in the capital. They also look at reports that New car prices have risen by an average of 5.2% in the past seven...
2017-02-1836 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 11th February 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com, Thursday's Driving Digital conference and the AM Awards at the ICC in Birmingham. The headlines include how augmented reality, the blending of virtual reality with real life, will become a vital tool in new vehicle sales processes over the next five years. They also look at reports that dealer profitability fell 11% to £178,000 in 2016 as dealers pumped more new cars through the system for less margin. Plus, Oodle Finance is targeting dealers and the used car finance mark...
2017-02-1133 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowThis Saturday on MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson to discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. This week, West Country Ford dealer Foray Motor Group is taking delivery of 350 extra Fiesta and Ka+ models worth £4m to pre-empt the new VED changes that take effect in 1 April, and Volkswagen is facing another group action in the UK over the emissions' issue. Dealer group bosses are lobbying MPs next week to highlight the importance of the car retailing sector to the economy following the vote to leave the EU. In a...
2017-02-0441 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show - 21st January 2017On this week's MotortradeRadio.com Philip Nothard and Jim Reid from JimReidVehiclesales discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. As College Harwoods Group plans to buy land from Chichester College for a new Jaguar Land Rover business in Pulborough, Philip and Jim look at the novel ways dealer groups are locating land for new showrooms. They also discuss new research by Marketing Delivery that claims dealers are missing key data out on a third of their customer aftersales records. And new research into 1,000 motorists by the NFDA that shows buyers are increasingly prepared to buy...
2017-01-2148 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 14th January 2017On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, the first for 2017, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair return to discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. This week, Vauxhall is the latest high-profile name to join the line-up of the 2017 London Motor Show. Following the successful relaunch of the event in 2016, the show returns to Battersea Park with Motor Trader as the B2B media partner. New car registrations hit a new record with 2.69 million vehicles sold in 2016, with many commentators predicting a slowdown in 2017. Lloyd Motor Group, the family-owned Carlise-based retailer, has acquired Clelands Jaguar...
2017-01-1420 min
Motor Trade Radio24th December Saturday Morning ShowSome Christmas Eve fun on this today's #MotorTradeRadio with Andy Lycett & Jim Reid doing a hilarious #spoof of Derek Blair & Philip Nothard. Subscribe today at www.MotorTradeRadio.com which is supported by cap hpi, Carsnip.com,InAutomotive UK and www.MotorTrader.com On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, the last for 2016, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair are joined by Curtis Hutchinson, to discuss the headlines from Motortrader.com. This week, an exclusive for MotorTrader.com, as Vauxhall is investigating new ways of showing its cars to potential buyers, and Inchcape UK appoints former Stratstone...
2016-12-2435 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 17th December 2016On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair, discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. This week we hear that two more high profile dealers, Sytner and Clive Sutton join London Motor Show line-up, and the RAC launches a used car code accredited by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. RA Creamer & Son is closing its Jaguar business in Kensington after 90-years with the brand. It is handing back Royal Warrants after 40 years and closing the business by year-end. And dealer leads from online enquiries grew by 62% in Q3, according to new...
2016-12-1724 min
Motor Trade Radio10th December 2016On this Saturday's 45-minute episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair, discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. Auto Trader is offering dealers the opportunity to advertise their finance deals on used and new cars for free until early 2018. It will also launch a facility to search by monthly payments in the first half of 2017, profitability at the average dealer plummeted to just £187 in October compared to £7,400 a year ago, according to dealer profitability specialist ASE. Also in this week's headlines, New car registrations in November rose 2.9%to 184,101 units and year to date re...
2016-12-1045 min
Motor Trade Radio3rd December 2016 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair, discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com. VT Holdings subsidiary CCR Motor is consolidating its eight Mitsubishi operations by concentrating sales through three main sites at Bristol, Cheltenham and Swindon, whilst Hyundai Motor UK is to launch Click To Buy in January, a website that enables customers to buy new cars online. Also in this week's headlines, Swansway has acquired the family-run Thompson Motor Company, which operates three Audi sites in the north west of England, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition sees...
2016-12-0337 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Derek Blair discuss the week's headlines from Motortrader.com and we announce our new partnership with InAutomotive.com SsangYong targets 20 open points as volumes grow, and exclusive Motor Trader story with Steve Gray interviewed. Korean brand is making progress from low base and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has teamed up with Amazon in Italy to sell cars online for the first time. The Amazon deal will initially only be available on Fiat 500, 500L and the best-selling Panda models in Italy, targeting younger consumers, according to a Reuters report...
2016-11-2641 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 19th November 2016On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard and Phil Hayes discuss some of this week's industry headlines from Motortrader.com. From Vauxhall launching a scrappage scheme offering customers up to £2,000 towards a new model when they trade-in their car for scrappage to Pendragon announcing plans to recruit 300 technicians before the end of this year. Identifying the increasing demand for skilled roles, the additional 300 vehicle technician jobs, including a number of apprenticeships, will add to the 9,000 strong staff already employed by the company across the UK. Also in this week's headlines, Fiat has launched an end of...
2016-11-1933 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 12th November 2016�On this Saturday's episode of MotortradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard welcomes the return of Derek Blair, show host, as he runs through what's been keeping him so busy with RadarVideo.co.uk over recent weeks. Together they discuss some of this week's industry headlines from Motortrader.com; Dealer group Lookers.co.ukwas positive on the outlook for the remainder of the year saying the EU referendum had not dented consumer demand for cars, and GForces has partnered with HPI to help provide vehicle history checks on dealer websites. Furthermore, in this week's headlines, The Irish Independent re...
2016-11-1236 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 29th October 2016On this Saturday's episode of MotorTradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor of MotorTrader.com to discuss Peugeot's decision to start selling new cars online, in a move it claims is an industry first. Plus much more.
2016-10-2938 min
Motor Trade RadioMarmite and Pot noodles?On this Saturday's episode of MotorTradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Curtis Hutchinson, Editor, MotorTrader.com, to discuss how dealers have excelled in the 2016 Sunday Times Top Track 250; the annual round-up of the UK's fastest growing mid-market companies by turnover. Plus, Vertu delivers record first half profits of £18.7m, with a strong first half to 31 August 2016 and pre-tax profits up 14% to £18.7m on turnover up 17.7% to £1.454bn. In the week's headlines, supplied by MotorTrader.com, Arnold Clark joins expanding MG Motor network, Lookers open a flagship Jaguar Land Rover site in west London following a £12m inve...
2016-10-1530 min
Motor Trade Radio24th September 2016 Saturday Morning ShowOn this Saturday's episode of MotorTradeRadio.com, Philip Nothard is joined by Umesh Samani of SpecialistCars-Stoke.co.uk to discuss the unfortunate administration of City Motor Holdings, one of this week's most viewed headlines on Motortrader.com, and Umesh shares his views on how September is performing. In the week's headlines supplied by MotorTrader.com, Listers describe how a number of premium brands helped drive profitability; Rockar introduces Telematic's software to track test drives and deliver mechanical and behavioural feedback. Whilst Dick Lovett is to represent Aston Martin for the first time, with a 25-car showroom and 10-bay...
2016-09-2453 min
Motor Trade RadioPhilip Nothard, Jim Reid & Andy Bruce, CEO of Lookers plcOn this week's BUMPER episode Philip Nothard hosts today's show with Jim Reid, covering the week's headlines from MotorTrader.com Also, Derek interviews Andy Bruce, CEO of Lookers plc who discusses how one of the UK's top PLC's operate in today's market.
2016-09-171h 05
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show 23rd April 2016Derek's on holiday this week so Motor Trader editor Curtis Hutchison joins Philip Nothard to discuss the weeks news and events. With plenty of exclusives, today's episode is a must listen if you are in the motor trade.
2016-04-2342 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show - 19th March 2016Philip Nothard and Derek Blair announce our new partnership with MotorTrader.com, we welcome Daksh Gupta and Mark Raban of MMH plc on a call and we recap the week's episodes and the rest of the weeks industry news.
2016-03-1947 min
Motor Trade RadioQUIZ NO. 3 - Phil HayesPhil Hayes, Chief Executive of BuyersCompared.com rejoins the show to test his knowledge of LCV's on MotorTradeRAdio.com. Will Philip Nothard move up from bottom position or will John O'Hanlon be knocked off the top spot?
2016-03-1313 min
Motor Trade RadioSaturday Morning Show - 5th March 2016Philip Nothard @PhilipN_cap and Derek Blair share their first TWO Exclusive industry news bites from @vertumotors today, in amongst many other topics. These include: @vertumotors @MercedesBenzUK acquisition, DVLA selling data, @Jeep_uk 75th anniversary plus much, much more.
2016-03-0530 min
Motor Trade RadioThe very first QUIZ on #MTR with our very own Stooge - Philip NothardA mad idea for a quiz for the industry was born a few weeks ago. Today you can hear the first episode. Philip Nothard of CAP HPI has bravely volunteered to be our stooge (sorry, ... first guest) to take part. We hope you will, too! Enjoy ...
2016-02-1913 min