- October 16, 2023
- By Shannon Fairbairn
Press Releases
MotorVise creates new role to head up its expanding Automotive Training Academy
Automotive consultancy MotorVise has appointed the highly experienced Tim Roelich to head up its Automotive Training Academy. The newly created role of account manager highlights the growing demand for its wide range of courses which are designed to develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of dealership staff. Tim, a former Vertu Sales Manager of the
- September 19, 2023
- By Fraser Brown
A huge proportion of the nation faces being effectively locked out of EV ownership
EV ownership risks becoming elitist unless the government provides more practical help for motorists make the switch, writes Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy MotorVise. The negative publicity surrounding zero-emission cars, which has grown louder over the past six months, is breaking through and is burying itself in the consciousness of consumers. This is underlined by
- August 17, 2023
- By Shannon Fairbairn
Encouraging signs as used EV market reaches record levels – but charging infrastructure must keep pace
The used electric vehicle market continues to grow at pace as prices approach parity with their internal combustion equivalents – sparking renewed interest among buyers, writes Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy MotorVise. During the second quarter of 2023, sales of used EVs increased by 81.8% to 30,645 units, which represents a record 1.7% share of
- July 10, 2023
- By Fraser Brown
Now is the time for dealerships to become ‘raving advocates’ for EVs
Now is the time to create raving advocates for electric vehicles in every dealership in the country, writes Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy MotorVise. The reputation of EVs has admittedly taken a battering in recent months – a combination of rising household energy costs, ongoing range anxiety, a patchy and expensive public charging infrastructure and
- July 6, 2023
- By Shannon Fairbairn
Sailing Trainee Anya Returns to Hartlepool in Tall Ships Race
Teenager Anya Brown has had an “experience of a lifetime” after taking part in the Tall Ships Race as a sail trainee. The 15-year-old, from Richmond, North Yorkshire, who goes to school in Hartlepool, docked in the port at 9.30am this morning (Thursday 6th July) aboard Wylde Swan – the world’s largest top sail schooner. It
- July 5, 2023
- By Shannon Fairbairn
MotorVise launches EV-specific dealership sales training and events
MotorVise has launched what is thought to be the first bespoke sales and training package aimed at ensuring dealerships and their customers are ready to take advantage of an increasing number of new electric vehicles now rolling off production lines. Fraser Brown, founder and managing director of MotorVise, is urging motor dealers to respond by
- May 2, 2023
- By Andrew Rogers
Brayleys Cars adds Grovebury Kia Dunstable to growing dealership network
Brayleys Cars has grown its number of franchised dealerships to 18 following the acquisition of Grovebury Kia Dunstable. This further strengthens the dealer group’s relationship with the marque, adding to its current Kia dealership network in Enfield, Harpenden, and Oxford. It now represents several of the world’s best known automotive brands: Kia, Honda, Mazda, Renault
- April 25, 2023
- By Andrew Rogers
Government EV incentives should be directed towards improving the charging infrastructure
The government’s pledge to end the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2030 could be in question unless the government incentivises potential buyers to make the switch, says Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy MotorVise. Auto Trader’s Commercial Director Ian Plummer has already warned that the goal of mass adoption is at risk without tax incentives,
- January 27, 2023
- By Andrew Rogers
Is There A Solution To The Workshop Skills Shortage?
Difficulties in recruiting qualified and experienced technicians remains challenging for dealerships nationwide, says Fraser Brown, managing director of automotive consultancy MotorVise. Many are deterred from offering huge pay rises to tempt new starters through the door as it either creates pressure to increase existing staff wages or creates a divide within the team. It’s a
- January 19, 2023
- By Andrew Rogers
New Car Orders ‘Drop Off A Cliff’ Despite Predictions Of Returning Consumer Confidence
Never has the UK motor trade experienced such a swing in the market, says Fraser Brown of MotorVise. Years of limited supplies of new vehicles combined with huge consumer demand since the end of the first 2020 lockdown created a pressure cooker market for motor retailers. However, this week the strong message from all the
- December 19, 2022
- By Andrew Rogers
Recruitment Platforms Having ‘De-humanising’ Effect on Automotive Recruitment
The number of job vacancies in the UK between September and November stood at 1,187,000 – revealing the extent of the challenge the automotive industry faces in recruiting the right people, says Fraser Brown of automotive consultancy MotorVise. Released this month (December), these Office for National Statistics figures highlight the level of competition that dealerships
- December 1, 2022
- By Andrew Rogers
MotorVise Scoops Industry Recruitment Award For Second Consecutive Year
Automotive consultancy MotorVise has been named Recruitment Agency of the Year for a second year running at the prestigious Motor Trader Industry Awards. Featuring the very best in the industry, the accolade was presented to company founder and managing director Fraser Brown in front of a 1,000-strong audience at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel. The business,
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