Setting the right tone Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Research published last year suggested that a survey of over 500 UK CEOs found that 74% placed sustainability and its social and governance (ESG) factors is at the top of their agenda. A committed approach to sustainability can reduce costs and risks and […]
AutoProtect Group are pleased to announce their latest partnership with the UK’s largest software provider to the leasing sector. Automotive Media Systems join a list of suppliers who have chosen AutoProtect Group to offer their clients an additional revenue stream and add value for the end user. Through direct integration with the CALAS platform, AutoProtect […]
Full speed ahead Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Chapelhouse is a dynamic, collaborative retailer with which it is a pleasure to work with. I say that confidently because AutoProtect Group has worked with the business for 18 years! I like the thinking and inherent agility of Chapelhouse in this case study. Above […]
Service and reputation Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer As we look to the coming year, we appreciate that for many people and businesses, the environment could be a challenging one. Therefore, it was great to read the Llanelli Motor Company insight story. Expansion based upon a strong track record of delighting customers […]
Following a successful year of growth fuelled by investment in digitisation and innovation, AutoProtect Group became the only automotive Value-Added Product provider recognised in the prestigious Insurance Times Top 50. It was the second successive year in which the Group has featured in the Top 50. The Group rose two places in the overall rankings […]
Harnessing opportunity Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer John Clark provides timely insights on the importance of adapting to the prevailing trading conditions, combined with some valuable honesty about the lessons learned over the recent turbulent years. Group Managing Director Chris Clark’s recognition that the business needed to address ‘historic issues’ is refreshing, […]
Fundamentally different Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer The ability to change and reinvent itself continuously has been a major strength for the motor retail sector. Part of this agility has been driven by fresh thinking from potential market disruptors. The shift towards EVs and agency retailing models represents the latest and very […]
This year’s Motor Trader Independent Dealer Awards were held at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham attended by representatives from retailers across the country as well as suppliers to the sector.
Part of the solution Author: Mike Edwards, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Research published by Autotrader in July suggesting that 30% of franchised dealers had no plans to sell an EV until 2030 came as something of a surprise. The reality is that based on the current trajectory from 2026, there will be more electric […]