Launching HP Balloon - a Q&A with Luke Curtis
HP Balloon is our newest product in the MotoNovo Commercial offering, helping dealers to sell more commercial finance with products tailored to their customer's needs. We spoke to Head of Commercial, Luke Curtis, to learn more about it...
Read articleUsed car buyer perceptions - independent dealers lead the way
A recent survey of 1,500 used car buyers revealed that consumers have a better attitude toward independent dealers than dealer groups. CEO Mark Standish reflects on these findings...
Read articleThe regulatory opportunity for dealer finance
As regulation tightens in the industry, our award-winning risk based pricing model, MotoRate is delivering a positive change for dealers. Take a look as we explore the latest FCA developments, SM&CR and MotoRate's influence on the industry.
Read articleCreating an online personality
In your urgency to provide extensive vehicle images and 360-degree views of your used car stock as well as sparkling video content and the latest digital tools on your website, don’t overlook the humble ‘About Us’ page.
Read articleWill there be greater demand for used EVs?
It’s becoming much easier for dealers to predict the future appeal of EVs on their used forecourts and remaining unplugged from EVs might not be an option. The challenge for dealers is to carefully and gradually increase supply to meet rising demand from buyers looking for value for money. Here’s why…
Read articleRealising the used car finance opportunity
Finance sales from dealers switching to MotoRate have increased by over 70 per cent YoY consistently over recent months. Deputy CEO, Karl Werner, explores the used car finance and the impact of MotoRate in this latest release...
Read articleHow Covid-19 is impacting consumer behaviour
While we may have put the brakes on large purchase decisions during the lockdown, it’s clear that now the showrooms are open, customers are feeling a bit more confident about looking for their next car again. Industry expert, Tom Seymour, dives into consumer behaviour during Covid...
Read articleCovid-19 Government support update
With local lockdowns increasing around the UK, the Government have announced increased measures to support businesses over the winter months, including an extension to CBILS.
Read articleThe buyer shift to used cars
Since dealerships reopened their doors, demand for used cars has sky rocketed. From revenge buyers to those wanting to avoid public transport, dealers will need to stay on top of their stock to keep up with this pent-up demand...
The opportunity of embracing FCA mandated pricing changes
Reflecting upon the changes ahead stated in the FCA Policy Statement, Deputy CEO Karl Werner is clear that lenders and dealers have a duty to protect car buyers and the broader dealer finance industry...
Read articleNew FCA rules - what is it, what does it mean
The FCA announced its ban on all discretionary commission models that will come into play from January 28th, but it's not the only change that the FCA announcement will create. Industry expert, Debbie Kirlew explains...
Read articleThe art of remote communication - the great coronavirus lesson
Throughout the pandemic, online platforms have been a lifeline for dealers to continue communicating with customers. Industry expert, Debbie Kirlew sums up how this digital transformation in automotive retail has been a long time coming…
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