Motor Trade Radio

Nona Bowkis of Lawgistics returns today to talk about the case of the Mercedes buyer who wanted £30,000 compensation - for buying a £20,000 car!

John O'Hanlon, CEO of Ridgeway Group takes the hot seat for a bit of fun as the first 'proper' guest on the #MTRquiz Listen in as John answers questions on his own company and then tackles the general knowledge round!

Philip Nothard @PhilipN_cap and Derek Blair share their first TWO Exclusive industry news bites from @vertumotors today, in amongst many other topics. These include: @vertumotors @MercedesBenzUK acquisition, DVLA selling data, @Jeep_uk 75th anniversary plus much, much more.

Joining me today is Mr. John O'Hanlon, one of the most charismatic, charming and highly respected dealer group CEO's in the UK. John recounts the history of the business, it's progress and success over the last 19 years.

Sir Stirling Moss OBE joins Derek Blair to discuss his legendary career in motor racing, car history & charity work. Sir Stirling also describes falling down a lift shaft at 83 and winning the Mile Miglia where he AVERAGED 96 mph for 10.5 hours on open public roads.

Discussing Phil's valiant attempt at being the first guest on the MTR quiz, Carsnip.com's impressive impact on the industry, the Car Wow debate, Lipscombe cars new Volvo showroom and Volvo's strong V90 offer. Plus new car buyers changing earlier than before, Pendragon's record sales with 11.3% rise in turnover. David peel is announced as Peugeot UK MD, while discussing Nona Bowkis article on finance companies forcing dealers to pay out after complaints. Lastly, we talk awards with Skoda's top trio of retailers announced plus Sinclair Group named as Mercedes-Benz retailer of the year.

A mad idea for a quiz for the industry was born a few weeks ago. Today you can hear the first episode. Philip Nothard of CAP HPI has bravely volunteered to be our stooge (sorry, ... first guest) to take part. We hope you will, too! Enjoy ...

An influential member of the automotive industry, having been a lifelong member of the IMI, current Vice Chairman of the Charters Group and former National Chairman of the Peugeot Dealers Association, David is also the MD of Automotive Assets Limited.

We're chatting today about the NFDA Trusted Dealers conference, Facebook's enhancements in video ads, Starbucks new app, Carsnip.com, Vertu's new Land Rover dealership in Leeds and Thursday night's #AMawards.

Due to popular demand, today we are broadcasting Jim Reid's episode from December. Jim shares his experience using Facebook to help his business in the tough times since the Oil Industry boom ceased in neighbouring Aberdeen.