# charging infrastructure (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover charging infrastructure. Page: Feed: --- ## [Alfa Romeo and DS name top dealers at Prestige Awards](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/alfa-romeo-and-ds-name-top-dealers-at-prestige-awards/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Stellantis &You Leicester won Retailer of the Year for both brands. ## [Vauxhall named Official Vehicle Partner of Rali Ceredigion](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/vauxhall-named-official-vehicle-partner-of-rali-ceredigion/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The brand will provide a fleet of 10 support vehicles for the safety and organisation teams. ## [Bowker Motor Group to open LEPAS dealer in Blackburn and Preston](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/bowker-motor-group-to-open-lepas-dealer-in-blackburn-and-preston/) _2026-08-21 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ The Preston dealership will operate from its temporary location on Channel Way while plans continue for a permanent site. ## [New car interest and ad volumes up ahead of plate change – Autotrader](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/new-car-interest-and-ad-volumes-up-ahead-of-plate-change-autotrader/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ With average discounts rising to 10.5%, up from 9.8% in August 2025, Autotrader said the industry is well-placed for a strong September. ## [Dealers turning to older cars due to ex-fleet stock shortage – Indicata](https://www.motortradenews.com/used-cars/dealers-turning-to-older-cars-due-to-ex-fleet-stock-shortage-indicata/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Indicata found that fleets have been extending vehicle contracts, leading to a shortage of three to four-year old vehicles. ## [Jaguar tops JudgeService brand loyalty survey, Land Rover follows](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/jaguar-tops-judgeservice-brand-loyalty-survey-land-rover-follows/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ 79% of Jaguar buyers stayed with the brand after switching dealership, despite it not having sold new cars since late 2024. ## [Brindley Group opens dedicated Genesis dealer in Cannock](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/brindley-group-opens-dedicated-genesis-dealer-in-cannock/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The dealership has a dedicated customer lounge area, intended to reflect 'Son-nim', the Korean approach to hospitality. ## [Carwow to support 76-plate launch with marketing campaign](https://www.motortradenews.com/marketing-digital/carwow-to-support-76-plate-launch-with-marketing-campaign/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Dealers that took part in Carwow's previous September plate-change campaign saw a 24% increase in factory order enquiries. ## [Chery boosts warranty following dealer, aftersales feedback](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/chery-boosts-warranty-following-dealer-aftersales-feedback/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Alternators, brake calipers, catalytic converters, fuel injectors, and oil pumps now benefit from seven years and 100,000 miles of cover. ## [RAW Charging opens RHS Garden Wisley hub, offers free charging to celebrate](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/raw-charging-opens-rhs-garden-wisley-hub-offers-free-charging-to-celebrate/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The hub, located near the M25's Junction 10, has a total of 32 charge points, split between eight 50kW chargers and 24 22kW chargers. ## [Watch Chovy Code Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TM25VjDkVIaH) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Join live coding streams with real-time collaborative screen sharing, open source and free. ## [Smaller cars offer more opportunities for dealers, finds Revive!](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/smaller-cars-offer-more-opportunities-for-dealers-finds-revive/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ Smaller cars like the Mini Cooper and Ford Fiesta presented the highest percentage sale price increases on properly prepped cars. ## [Close Brothers becomes bronze partner of Club Doncaster](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/close-brothers-becomes-bronze-partner-of-club-doncaster/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ As a bronze partner, Close Brothers Motor Finance will work with Club Doncaster to support its wider community ambitions. ## [Volkswagen offers £1,000 off new cars in End of Summer Sale](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/volkswagen-offers-1000-off-new-cars-in-end-of-summer-sale/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The sale is offered across the Volkswagen car range, except for the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3 Neo and Golf GTI EDITION 50. ## [Conversational AI can boost EV confidence, says Keyloop](https://www.motortradenews.com/electric-vehicles/conversational-ai-can-boost-ev-confidence-says-keyloop/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Keyloop said that the primary barrier to EV uptake is confidence, not cost, and that consumers are reluctant to ask questions in face-to-face interactions. ## [RAC Warranty boosts Scratch and Dent coverage, reports strong demand](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/rac-warranty-boosts-scratch-and-dent-coverage-reports-strong-demand/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The cover will now contribute up to £250 towards motor insurance excess, if the customer decides to claim via insurance. ## [Gateway2Lease appoints Jade Bickerton as sales director](https://www.motortradenews.com/new-appointments/gateway2lease-appoints-jade-bickerton-as-sales-director/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Bickerton previously ran her own consultancy firm, where she supported SMEs with growth plans.