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The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
‘Highly recommended' car dealership with nearly perfect review scores suddenly shuts
A HIGHLY recommended car dealership with excellent reviews has closed suddenly. The Evans Halshaw location ceased trading quietly earlier this month with no warning given. Advertisement 3 The tiny location bought second hand cars from locals Credit: Google One of the firms 'direct hubs' the small location in Stoke on Trent ceased trading without a word. It boasted glowing reviews from happy customers and an impressive 4.7 stars on Google. The little site in the carpark of a Morrisons could be used by locals to sell or part exchange their motors. Evans Halshaw has wound down operations in the UK with several dealerships and locations closing across the country. Advertisement Read more in Motors The move comes after the firm's parent company, Pendragon, was taken over by US-based Lithia Motors last year. With the takeover restructuring was implemented and it was reported in February that several dealerships would close. The Evans Halshaw Renault and Dacia site in Doncaster and its Vauxhall sites in Portsmouth and Wolverhampton were earmarked for closure. The firms Edinburgh Vauxhall dealership was sold off to Arnold Clark as part of the restructuring. Advertisement Most read in Motors Exclusive Several of its direct hub sites were also slated to cease trading with the Stoke location shutting up shop this month. Lithia reportedly cut 250 jobs last year when the US business killed off the 'CarShop' used car supermarket brand. The Stoke Evans Halshaw Direct Pod was closed without warning and still shows as open online. Why are so many car dealerships closing down? By Summer Raemason According to Business Rescue Expert there are multiple reasons why car dealerships are folding across the UK. The first major factor is rising online car sales which are beating in-person sales at dealerships. With an extensive range of comparison and second-hand sites to chose from, may car buyers don't even step foot into a dealership anymore. Secondly, the actual cost to physically run the sites has soared. Rent, wages and energy bills have all been increasing for roughly the past five years, putting many out of pocket. Car manufacturing across the globe was also hit by a semiconductor chip shortage in 2022 which made it difficult to produce new motors. The high demand with limited supply created a backlog, which although has eased, is still having an impact on the industry. A third reason for recent closures is the shift to electric cars. They are becoming more popular, given the Government initiative to be Net Zero in 2050. The industry is also affected when companies merge or are bought by rivals. This may lead to some independent names falling victim to the ongoing spate of closures. The only indication of the impending closure was a small line of text buried away on the Evans Halshaw site. Advertisement It read: "The following dealerships ceased trading in May 2025: Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Stoke." The Sun contacted Evans Halshaw for comment, with the company saying: "The Direct pod at Stoke has now closed for business." The direct pod in Stoke boasted glowing online reviews with dozens of customers offering four or five stars. An employee, James, was frequently mentioned and applauded for his good communication. Advertisement The site also offered a "very good price" to customers looking to sell their cars according to the reviews. Customer David Pratt said: "Many thanks to James at Car Store Direct who made the whole experience of selling my car as easy and trouble free as possible, even providing a better price for my car than a number of competitors. "A very fair and professional service I would have no hesitation in recommending my friend's and relatives to Car Store Direct and James in particular." 3 It ceased trading without a word Credit: Google Advertisement Stephen Wood, another former customer added: "Highly recommend James and the service we received. "Quick efficient and easy, money arrived in our account earlier than expected, well done." Craig Kennedy said: "Sold my car today and I must say the overall experience via carstore has been fantastic. "James was a pleasure to deal with. I would definitely deal with James and the company again if needed." Advertisement Jayne Taylor said: "James was very helpful we turned up with a flat battery he helped to restart the car he was very polite and any queries were dealt with really promptly a very easy selling of my car." All four customers offered five star reviews to the Evans Halshaw location. Evans Halshaw confirmed that eight dealerships ceased trading earlier this year. Dacia Doncaster, Dacia Sheffield, Renault Doncaster, Vauxhall Portsmouth, Vauxhall Wolverhampton, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod St Albans, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Hanworth and Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Orpington all shut shop in January. Advertisement 3 The site had sparkling reviews from customers Credit: Google
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
‘Highly recommended' car dealership with nearly perfect review scores suddenly shuts
The closure is part of a large restructuring project CLOSING UP 'Highly recommended' car dealership with nearly perfect review scores suddenly shuts Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HIGHLY recommended car dealership with excellent reviews has closed suddenly. The Evans Halshaw location ceased trading quietly earlier this month with no warning given. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The tiny location bought second hand cars from locals Credit: Google One of the firms 'direct hubs' the small location in Stoke on Trent ceased trading without a word. It boasted glowing reviews from happy customers and an impressive 4.7 stars on Google. The little site in the carpark of a Morrisons could be used by locals to sell or part exchange their motors. Evans Halshaw has wound down operations in the UK with several dealerships and locations closing across the country. The move comes after the firm's parent company, Pendragon, was taken over by US-based Lithia Motors last year. With the takeover restructuring was implemented and it was reported in February that several dealerships would close. The Evans Halshaw Renault and Dacia site in Doncaster and its Vauxhall sites in Portsmouth and Wolverhampton were earmarked for closure. The firms Edinburgh Vauxhall dealership was sold off to Arnold Clark as part of the restructuring. Several of its direct hub sites were also slated to cease trading with the Stoke location shutting up shop this month. Lithia reportedly cut 250 jobs last year when the US business killed off the 'CarShop' used car supermarket brand. The Stoke Evans Halshaw Direct Pod was closed without warning and still shows as open online. Why are so many car dealerships closing down? By Summer Raemason According to Business Rescue Expert there are multiple reasons why car dealerships are folding across the UK. The first major factor is rising online car sales which are beating in-person sales at dealerships. With an extensive range of comparison and second-hand sites to chose from, may car buyers don't even step foot into a dealership anymore. Secondly, the actual cost to physically run the sites has soared. Rent, wages and energy bills have all been increasing for roughly the past five years, putting many out of pocket. Car manufacturing across the globe was also hit by a semiconductor chip shortage in 2022 which made it difficult to produce new motors. The high demand with limited supply created a backlog, which although has eased, is still having an impact on the industry. A third reason for recent closures is the shift to electric cars. They are becoming more popular, given the Government initiative to be Net Zero in 2050. The industry is also affected when companies merge or are bought by rivals. This may lead to some independent names falling victim to the ongoing spate of closures. The only indication of the impending closure was a small line of text buried away on the Evans Halshaw site. It read: "The following dealerships ceased trading in May 2025: Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Stoke." The Sun contacted Evans Halshaw for comment, with the company saying: "The Direct pod at Stoke has now closed for business." The direct pod in Stoke boasted glowing online reviews with dozens of customers offering four or five stars. An employee, James, was frequently mentioned and applauded for his good communication. The site also offered a "very good price" to customers looking to sell their cars according to the reviews. Customer David Pratt said: "Many thanks to James at Car Store Direct who made the whole experience of selling my car as easy and trouble free as possible, even providing a better price for my car than a number of competitors. "A very fair and professional service I would have no hesitation in recommending my friend's and relatives to Car Store Direct and James in particular." 3 It ceased trading without a word Credit: Google Stephen Wood, another former customer added: "Highly recommend James and the service we received. "Quick efficient and easy, money arrived in our account earlier than expected, well done." Craig Kennedy said: "Sold my car today and I must say the overall experience via carstore has been fantastic. "James was a pleasure to deal with. I would definitely deal with James and the company again if needed." Jayne Taylor said: "James was very helpful we turned up with a flat battery he helped to restart the car he was very polite and any queries were dealt with really promptly a very easy selling of my car." All four customers offered five star reviews to the Evans Halshaw location. Evans Halshaw confirmed that eight dealerships ceased trading earlier this year. Dacia Doncaster, Dacia Sheffield, Renault Doncaster, Vauxhall Portsmouth, Vauxhall Wolverhampton, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod St Albans, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Hanworth and Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Orpington all shut shop in January.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
‘Highly recommended' car dealership with nearly perfect review scores suddenly shuts
A HIGHLY recommended car dealership with excellent reviews has closed suddenly. The Evans Halshaw location ceased trading quietly earlier this month with no warning given. One of the firms 'direct hubs' the small location in Stoke on Trent ceased trading without a word. It boasted glowing reviews from happy customers and an impressive 4.7 stars on Google. The little site in the carpark of a Morrisons could be used by locals to sell or part exchange their motors. Evans Halshaw has wound down operations in the UK with several dealerships and locations closing across the country. The move comes after the firm's parent company, Pendragon, was taken over by US-based Lithia Motors last year. With the takeover restructuring was implemented and it was reported in February that several dealerships would close. The Evans Halshaw Renault and Dacia site in Doncaster and its Vauxhall sites in Portsmouth and Wolverhampton were earmarked for closure. The firms Edinburgh Vauxhall dealership was sold off to Arnold Clark as part of the restructuring. Several of its direct hub sites were also slated to cease trading with the Stoke location shutting up shop this month. Lithia reportedly cut 250 jobs last year when the US business killed off the 'CarShop' used car supermarket brand. The Stoke Evans Halshaw Direct Pod was closed without warning and still shows as open online. Why are so many car dealerships closing down? By Summer Raemason According to Business Rescue Expert there are multiple reasons why car dealerships are folding across the UK. The first major factor is rising online car sales which are beating in-person sales at dealerships. With an extensive range of comparison and second-hand sites to chose from, may car buyers don't even step foot into a dealership anymore. Secondly, the actual cost to physically run the sites has soared. Rent, wages and energy bills have all been increasing for roughly the past five years, putting many out of pocket. Car manufacturing across the globe was also hit by a semiconductor chip shortage in 2022 which made it difficult to produce new motors. The high demand with limited supply created a backlog, which although has eased, is still having an impact on the industry. A third reason for recent closures is the shift to electric cars. They are becoming more popular, given the Government initiative to be Net Zero in 2050. The industry is also affected when companies merge or are bought by rivals. This may lead to some independent names falling victim to the ongoing spate of closures. The only indication of the impending closure was a small line of text buried away on the Evans Halshaw site. It read: "The following dealerships ceased trading in May 2025: Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Stoke." The Sun contacted Evans Halshaw for comment, with the company saying: "The Direct pod at Stoke has now closed for business." The direct pod in Stoke boasted glowing online reviews with dozens of customers offering four or five stars. An employee, James, was frequently mentioned and applauded for his good communication. The site also offered a "very good price" to customers looking to sell their cars according to the reviews. Customer David Pratt said: "Many thanks to James at Car Store Direct who made the whole experience of selling my car as easy and trouble free as possible, even providing a better price for my car than a number of competitors. "A very fair and professional service I would have no hesitation in recommending my friend's and relatives to Car Store Direct and James in particular." Stephen Wood, another former customer added: "Highly recommend James and the service we received. "Quick efficient and easy, money arrived in our account earlier than expected, well done." Craig Kennedy said: "Sold my car today and I must say the overall experience via carstore has been fantastic. "James was a pleasure to deal with. I would definitely deal with James and the company again if needed." Jayne Taylor said: "James was very helpful we turned up with a flat battery he helped to restart the car he was very polite and any queries were dealt with really promptly a very easy selling of my car." All four customers offered five star reviews to the Evans Halshaw location. Evans Halshaw confirmed that eight dealerships ceased trading earlier this year. Dacia Doncaster, Dacia Sheffield, Renault Doncaster, Vauxhall Portsmouth, Vauxhall Wolverhampton, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod St Albans, Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Hanworth and Evans Halshaw Direct Pod Orpington all shut shop in January. 3
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Legendary Scottish road trip with stunning views ranked least EV-friendly in UK
The road trip offers stunning scenery but limited EV charging, requiring careful planning The North Coast 500 may be famed as one of Britain's most breathtaking drives, but for electric vehicle owners, it's also one of the least friendly routes in the UK, according to a new study. The study, conducted by Evans Halshaw, analysed some of the best road trips across the UK based on several key factors important to electric vehicle owners: The number of EV charging locations nearby, charging density (charging points per kilometre), the number of full charges required to complete the route, accommodation options with parking, and the number of nearby attractions along the journey. While the North Coast 500 is celebrated for its breathtaking scenery, its infrastructure for electric vehicles was found to be modest, and it ranked worst out of the 10 routes analysed. With 80 EV charging locations within close proximity to the route, careful planning is needed to cover its long distances. The study highlighted its charging density at just 0.10 charging points per kilometre, ranking lower than any other road trip analysed, meaning drivers will need to plan their charging stops carefully, especially in more isolated areas. As the longest route featured in the study, stretching 839 km, it typically requires 1.69 full charges to complete, demanding a little planning depending on an EV's range. For comparison, the study found the South Downs takes the top spot for charging accessibility with 250 charging locations nearby, the most of any route ranked. The Peak District (129) and Cotswolds (125) also followed closely for charging point availability, offering drivers more options with minimal range anxiety. Despite its charging challenges, the North Coast 500 did fare well in other aspects crucial for a successful road trip. It ranks amongst the best for EV-friendly lodging, with 165 accommodation options along the route offering parking, making it ideal for a multi day escape. Furthermore, for those looking to explore beyond the drive, the route boasts 540 nearby attractions, including over 375 in Inverness alone where the route begins. The journey also includes highlights like Gairloch, seen as one of the UK's hotspots for cetacean and whale spotting, and the dramatic Bealach na Bà road on the final miles to Applecross, considered one of the nation's great driving roads. Commenting on the study, Rob Miller, Group Vice President at Evans Halshaw, stated: 'Evans Halshaw has completed this study and found these great routes for EV owners to enjoy across the UK, which have stunning sights to see, places to stay and attractions to visit. "There are plenty of EV charging locations available throughout these road trips too, so you'll only need a tiny bit of route planning, when driving along any of these spectacular routes.' Here's how the EV road trips ranked overall: Rank Road Trip Country Score 1 South Downs England 100.00 2 Peak District England 95.72 3 Cotswolds England 69.22 4 Norfolk Coast England 61.38 5 Lake District England 53.77 6 Causeway Coastal Route Northern Ireland 46.92 7 Jurassic Coast England 42.08 8 The Yorkshire Dales England 39.50 9 Pembrokeshire Wales 34.95 10 North Coast 500 Scotland 28.23 Meanwhile, a new guide aims to highlight the delights of south west Scotland specifically for electric car drivers. The South West Coastal 300 route loops through Dumfries and Galloway and Ayrshire, showcasing the area's natural beauty and heritage, from untamed coastlines and timeless forests to storybook castles and quaint small towns. VisitScotland has created this new guide to the scenic SWC300 drive with electric vehicle drivers firmly in mind. It covers everything from accessible charging points and eco friendly stays to relaxed daily drivers, offering what is described as the perfect way to enjoy the popular route as a low emission road trip typically covering three days.
The National
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- The National
NC500 named least EV-friendly road trip in UK study
The study by Evans Halshaw considered the number of EV charging locations nearby, the number of EV charging locations per km, the number of full charges needed, the number of accommodation options with parking along the route, and the number of nearby attractions. Overall, the NC500, the longest route at 839km, was bottom of the list. The North Coast 500, which has been dubbed the Route 66 of Scotland, was launched in 2015 and has since attracted thousands of tourists to the area as well as plenty of controversy from locals because of this. With 80 charging locations along the route, and 0.10 charging locations per kilometre, the route had the lowest score. READ MORE: See inside this Scotland's Home of the Year finalist on the market for £600,000 It was also found to have 540 nearby attractions and 165 accommodation options along its route. Where can I charge my electric car on the NC500? ChargePlace Scotland is one of the largest providers in the area for electric vehicle charging, with stations being found on Harbour Road, Stadium Road, Bishop's Road and Kilveab Road in and around Inverness. Several more ChargePlace Scotland stations exist along the A9 near Alness, Invergordon, Knockbreck, Ardgay, Dornoch, and Golspie. On the Western side of the route, two can be found in Ullapool, while another can be found in Achnasheen. EV charging is also present in Dingwall on Ormidale Place off High Street. To see all the charging points available, please visit the ChargePlace Scotland website. The UK's most EV-friendly road trip The South Downs drive was crowned the UK's most EV-friendly road trip, with the most EV charging locations. With 250 spots found within two miles of each stop along the route, it has the most charging points per kilometre at 1.39 stations. South Downs (Image: EDDIE MITCHELL) The road trip across 180km of the south of England also has the second most nearby attractions of all 10 routes analysed, as well as ranking third best for accommodation options with parking. Northern Ireland also featured on the list with the Causeway Coastal Route in third place. The trip did rank number one for the number of full charges being needed for EV drivers to complete this 111km-long road trip. The drive starts in Ballycastle and ends in Derry. Here is the full list with their full route: South Downs – 100.00 : Starts in Eastbourne. Travels through Lewes, Brighton, Arundel and Petworth. Finishes in Chichester. Peak District – 95.72: Starts in Chesterfield. Travels through Bakewell, Buxton, Castleton and Bamford. Finishes in Manchester. Cotswolds – 69.22: Starts in Oxford. Travels through Burford, Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham, Painswick and Cirencester. Finishes in Chippenham. Norfolk Coast – 61.38: Starts in Norwich. Travels through Hemsby, Cromer, Blakeney and Hunstanton. Finishes in King's Lynn. Lake District – 53.77: Starts in Kendal. Travels through Windermere, Ambleside, Grasmere and Keswick. Finishes in Penrith. Causeway Coastal Route – 46.92: Starts in Ballycastle. Travels through Bushmills, Portrush, Portstewart and Castlerock. Finishes in Derry. Jurassic Coast– 42.08: Starts in Dorchester. Travels through Weymouth and Wareham. Finishes in Swanage. The Yorkshire Dales – 39.50: Starts in Penrith. Travels through Kirkby Stephen, Hawes and Malham. Finishes in Harrogate. Pembrokeshire – 34.95: Starts in Fishguard. Travels through St Davids, Marloes and Pembroke. Finishes in Tenby. North Coast 500 – 28.23: Starts in Inverness. Travels through Wick, Thurso, Durness, Ullapool and Gairloch. Finishes in Applecross. Rob Miller, group vice president at Evans Halshaw, said: 'Evans Halshaw has completed this study and found these great routes for EV owners to enjoy across the UK, which have stunning sights to see, places to stay and attractions to visit. 'There are plenty of EV charging locations available throughout these road trips too, so you'll only need a tiny bit of route planning, when driving along any of these spectacular routes.'
