Data from Dealer Auction’s Retail Margin Monitor for November 2024 revealed that while Land Rover continue to top the makes chart, nothing is certain with Hyundai’s debut and Renault’s return.

The automotive sector is gearing up for a transformative 2025, driven by changes in consumer behaviour, regulatory pressures and technological advancements.

Using the latest automotive market data and the insights from industry experts, we’ve broken down top automotive trends for the year ahead.

Manheim Auction Services are launching a new fortnightly sales programme at its Gloucester super centre

Volkswagen Group, BMW, Genesis, Honda and Mercedes-Benz have all announced plans that could usher in an automotive sales transformation by implementing an OEM agency model. However, many manufacturers have expressed no such plans, while others have reverted to the traditional franchise model, after making the switch.