Manufacturer News
Keep up to date with the latest news from the brands we are proud to represent.
From new car launches, to developing technologies, our Manufacturer News section details the latest news, updates, and information from the brands we proudly represent.
Aston Martin News
Latest Aston Martin News
Aston Martin Celebrates 30-Year Legacy of the Vantage V550
09 Nov 2023
30 years ago, a select group of Aston Martin fans began taking delivery of the Vantage V550, the most potent Aston Martin production motor car yet.
Aston Martin Bulldog on Show at the British Motor Museum
30 Oct 2023
The Aston Martin Bulldog, which earlier this year reached 205.4mph, has gone on display at the British Motor Museum until November 13th 2023.
Grant Awarded for Aston Martin's EV Programme
10 Oct 2023
Aston Martin’s high-performance EV strategy has been awarded £9 million of government funding through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK.
Aston Martin Celebrates 60 Years of the Iconic DB5
14 Sep 2023
The Aston Martin DB5 has turned 60 and the famous British car company is leading the celebrations for what is possibly its greatest model.
BMW News
Latest BMW News
New Racetrack-Inspired Centrelock Wheels Available for BMW M Models
17 Nov 2023
BMW is releasing model-specific retrofit products for its M2, M3 and M4 performance models using technology adapted from motorsport.
BMW Announce New iX2 Electric Coupé-SUV
11 Oct 2023
The first electric coupé-SUV from BMW, the iX2, will be on the road in the spring of 2024, joining a new line-up of X2 models.
Two Plug-In Hybrids Added to New BMW 5 Series Range
28 Sep 2023
Two plug-in hybrids are joining the new BMW 5 Series range, which was recently launched as an all-electric i5 and a mild-hybrid saloon.
BMW Announce a New AI Customer Service System
27 Sep 2023
A customer care service that uses artificial intelligence is being introduced by BMW.
BYD News
Latest BYD News
New BYD Dolphin and Seal Receive Top Safety Scores
26 Oct 2023
The upcoming BYD Seal and smaller Dolphin hatch all-electric vehicles have been awarded 5-star safety ratings by Euro NCAP.
BYD ATTO 3 Receives Full Five Stars from Green NCAP Testing
05 Oct 2023
The all-electric BYD ATTO 3 has achieved the top rating in the latest Green NCAP round of testing.
New BYD Seal Joins the BYD Vehicle Range
31 Aug 2023
Electric vehicle giant BYD is continuing its push into Britain with the arrival of the Seal performance-oriented saloon.
New BYD Dolphin: Prices and Specifications
14 Aug 2023
BYD is shaking up the UK EV market with a budget-priced zero emission supermini; the BYD Dolphin.
Jaguar News
Latest Jaguar News
Jaguar Land Rover Announces £15 Billion Investment in EV
20 Apr 2023
Jaguar Land Rover is to invest more than £15 billion over the next five years to transform the brand into an all-electric vehicle manufacturer in the UK.
New Jaguar F-TYPE 75 Edition Revealed
11 Oct 2022
The last ever series of Jaguar's iconic F-TYPE sports car has just gone on sale, with first deliveries happening in early 2023.
Jaguar Land Rover Launches New Charging Service
10 Oct 2022
Drivers of Jaguar or Land Rover EVs can now benefit from the launch of Jaguar Charging and Land Rover Charging.
Jaguar Land Rover in Bid for Bond
28 Jul 2022
Land Rover Defender, Range Rover and Jaguar stunt cars from the James Bond film No Time To Die are among lots being auctioned to mark 60 years of Bond movies.
Land Rover News
Latest Land Rover News
New Updates to the Range Rover Evoque
26 Jun 2023
The Range Rover Evoque is being updated with changes to the exterior and significant upgrades to onboard technology and interior trim.
New Range Rover SV Bespoke Service Launched
31 May 2023
Range Rover is launching an SV Bespoke commissioning service, which gives enhanced levels of personalisation and refinement.
Jaguar Land Rover Announces £15 Billion Investment in EV
20 Apr 2023
Jaguar Land Rover is to invest more than £15 billion over the next five years to transform the brand into an all-electric vehicle manufacturer in the UK.
New Range Rover SV ‘Lansdowne Edition’ Unveiled at Stratstone Land Rover Mayfair
10 Feb 2023
The new Range Rover SV Lansdowne Edition, a unique Range Rover, was revealed at an exclusive event at Stratstone Mayfair on 7th February 2023.
Mercedes-Benz News
Latest Mercedes-Benz News
New Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé: Prices and Specifications Revealed
08 Nov 2023
The new Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé has been released in the UK, with prices starting from £46,605 for the CLE 200 AMG Line.
Prices and Specifications Revealed for New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate
02 Nov 2023
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate will cost from £57,930 with the model will be available with petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Mercedes-Benz of Bradford Celebrates 70th Anniversary
31 Oct 2023
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Mercedes-Benz of Bradford, after the contract was negotiated and signed in July 1953.
New Upgrades for the Mercedes-AMG GLA Performance SUV
13 Oct 2023
The Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S performance SUV is getting a rework with a new front appearance, added technology and LED lamps being used throughout.
MINI News
Latest MINI News
MINI Reveals New John Cooper Works Countryman Model
10 Nov 2023
The flagship of the new MINI Countryman line up is to be a John Cooper Works model, sitting alongside an all-electric version in the SUV range.
Original MINI Goes Electric As New MINI eMastered
25 Sep 2023
The original MINI has become an electric car with the launch of the MINI eMastered by specialist British company David Brown Automotive.
MINI Invests Millions Into Oxford EV Production Plant
11 Sep 2023
MINI is to build its next generation of electric models at its factory in Oxford in a £600 million deal that secures some 4,000 jobs.
MINI Reveal New Electric Countryman and Cooper Models
04 Sep 2023
MINI have publicly debuted new zero emission versions of the Cooper hatch and the larger Countryman, showcasing MINI's electric future.
smart News
Latest smart News
Stratstone smart of Glasgow Roadshow from Friday 16th June to Thursday 22nd June 2023
15 Jun 2023
The new all-electric smart #1 will arrive on UK shores later this summer, signalling the start of a new era for the smart brand.
smart #1 Wins Top Design Awards
11 May 2023
The new smart #1 has been awarded two leading design prizes by international expert juries.
New smart #1 Electric SUV: Prices and Specifications Revealed
25 Apr 2023
The new all-electric smart #1 will arrive on UK shores later this summer, signalling the start of a new era for the smart brand.
New smart #3 EV Revealed | All-Electric Coupé SUV
17 Apr 2023
smart has launched its first sports utility coupe, the smart #3, at an event during the Auto Shanghai show.
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