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6th Aug 2024

Limited potential for online-only sales is top reason for collapse of Cazoo, say dealers

Limited potential for online-only motor retail was the top reason for the recent collapse of Cazoo, dealers believe.

15th Jul 2024

Nine out of 10 used car buyers want to know how well battery looked after by previous owners

Almost nine out of 10 motorists (87%) say it is important to have an independent, certified used electric car assessment showing how well previous owners have looked after the vehicle’s battery.

8th Jul 2024

Six out of 10 dealers expect a better second half of 2024

Six out of 10 dealers (60%) say that the second half of 2024 should improve on the first six months, new findings indicate.

4th Jul 2024

Used Car Tracker - July 2024

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

1st Jul 2024

Six out of 10 people think UK should impose tariffs on Chinese electric car makers

Six out of 10 people (61%) think that the UK should impose tariffs on Chinese electric car makers following similar moves by the US and EU.

24th Jun 2024

97% of dealers say more support needed from motor finance providers for EV funding

Almost all dealers (97%) surveyed in June’s Startline Used Car Tracker say that more support is needed from motor finance providers for electric vehicle (EV) funding.