News / Investor

18th May 2026

Nine out of 10 used dealers say oil price shocks drive interest in electric cars

More than nine out of 10 dealers (92%) say events such as the war in Iran make more car buyers think about switching to electric, research shows.

18th May 2026

Fixing minor dents is cosmetic repair most likely to enhance showroom appeal, say dealers

Six out of 10 dealers (61%) say repairing minor dents is the cosmetic fix most likely to increase the showroom appeal of a used car, according to new research.

13th May 2026

Used Car Tracker - June 2026

Startline carries out monthly research to determine used car sentiments from both consumers and dealers.

11th May 2026

Three-quarters say potholes make them less likely to keep politicians in power

Almost three out of four motorists (72%) say the state of UK roads make them less likely to keep local and national politicians in power, new research shows.

20th Apr 2026

Six out of 10 dealers expect at least one major European car maker to disappear

Six out of 10 (62%) used car dealers believe at least one existing major European car maker will be driven out of business in the next 10 years, research shows.

20th Apr 2026

Used Car Tracker - May 2026

Startline carries out monthly research to determine used car sentiments from both consumers and dealers.