News / Investor

12th Jun 2025

Seven out of 10 motorists would buy a Chinese car

More than seven out of 10 motorists (72%) would “consider” buying a car made by one of the new Chinese manufacturers entering the UK market, according to new research.

4th Jun 2025

Half of dealers say revised ZEV Mandate brings “breathing space” for electric car market

More than half of dealers (53%) say the revised Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate should create “breathing space” for new electric car sales.

27th May 2025

Almost half of dealers say end of ECO schemes will hit staff recruitment

Almost half of dealers (45%) say the ending of employee car ownership (ECO) schemes will hit staff attraction and retention, new research shows.

21st May 2025

One in five ignore MOT advisories, research shows

More than one in five people (21%) say they ignore “advisories” highlighted on their MOT test, according to new research.

21st May 2025

Used Car Tracker - June 2025

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

19th May 2025

Higher minimum wage is having biggest single impact on dealer profits in 2025

More than half of dealers (52%) say the higher minimum wage introduced in April is having the biggest single effect on their profitability this year, new research shows.