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Market Insight: Four Key Challenges Facing the Automotive Market

The automotive market is no stranger to disruption, but several issues are creating a level of uncertainty that is particularly challenging for many businesses across the sector: motor finance commission claims, the impact of US tariffs, rising payroll costs, and the evolving zero-emission mandate. In this month’s One Auto API Market Insight , CEO Mark Fretwell looks at the issues currently shaping the market. 1. The Long Road to Clarity on Motor Finance Commissions The Read more…

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Market Insight: Tariffs, Trade Wars & Open Doors  – How US Tariffs Could Hit the UK

With US tariffs on imported vehicles, parts, and raw materials set to increase costs across the automotive sector, UK manufacturers face significant pressure. JLR, heavily reliant on US sales, is particularly vulnerable, while American consumers are also expected to bear the brunt of rising prices. In this month’s One Auto API Market Insight , CEO Mark Fretwell looks at an industry braced for disruption. In 2024, the US imported $246 billion in passenger vehicles. From Read more…

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Market Insight: Shifting Gears

From falling EV lease prices to a game-changing finance commission case, there’s plenty on the horizon that could redefine how we buy, sell and finance cars. In this month’s article, One Auto API Mark Fretwell gives his take on the major trends, the rising importance of data and why businesses that adapt quickly will thrive.

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Market Insight: Lean & Mean

As we kick off 2025, One Auto API CEO Mark Fretwell explores how the automotive sector can get into top shape to tackle a fresh mix of challenges and opportunities.  So here we are. Another year begins.  A year where the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate remains a key driver of change, operational cost pressures weigh heavily on dealers and consumer confidence continues to shape market dynamics. As always, it’s sure to be a year Read more…

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