News

2nd Aug 2023

Two-thirds of dealers concerned about margin erosion, new research shows

Two-thirds of car dealers (66%) are worried about future margin erosion affecting their business, new research shows.

17th Jul 2023

More than half of motorists are against pence-per mile road tax for EVs

More than half of motorists are against a new proposal to make electric vehicle (EV) drivers pay six pence per mile to counter a tax shortfall compared to petrol and diesel cars.

12th Jul 2023

Third of dealers say used EV market has steadied – but others expect further falls

More than a third of used car dealers (36%) believe that the market for electric vehicles (EVs) has now stabilised after dramatic falls in values in the last year, new research reveals.

3rd Jul 2023

Used Car Tracker - July 2023

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

26th Jun 2023

Used car dealer optimism hits 14 month high, Startline Tracker shows

Dealer optimism about the used car sector has reached a 14 month high, according to the new Startline Used Car Tracker.

14th Jun 2023

84% of motorists back introduction of roadside “sleep driving” test

An overwhelming number (84%) of UK motorists would back the introduction of new “sleep driving” tests, similar to existing roadside drink and drug checks.