JLR downtime spans two weeks, Harwoods offloads Land Rover sites, and FCA redress scheme due next year – with Steven Douglas, episode 223
About this episode
A deep dive into the automotive industry's current challenges, featuring Steven Douglas from Dealerway. The episode discusses the significant JLR cyber attack that halted production and registrations, affecting thousands of vehicles. Harwoods offloads multiple JLR dealerships amid financial struggles, while Lloyd Motor Group acquires others. The conversation also touches on the FCA's upcoming redress scheme for mis-sold car finance, with Douglas expressing concerns about consumer responsibility. The episode highlights the evolving landscape of car sales, the impact of technology, and the importance of trust in dealer transactions.
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Kia Picanto
"...mber. So you're saying just by buying a couple of picantos, you could win a day on the track with Matt Watso..."
Renault Zoe
"...ous. It was for a ridiculous price. I bought that Renault Zoe for £500. And you've been down this week, John. W..."
Land Rover Range Rover
"let's say Steven has a problem with his Range Rover what actually happens from our point of view"
Ford Fiesta
"from that car finance deal you had on a Ford Fiesta in 2007 he says that is very much not"
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