New car sales in Northern Ireland, one of the most accurate measures of consumer confidence, rebounded last month, paving the way for a busier year for car dealers.
A total of 4,161 new cars were registered in the province in January, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), an increase of 79% on the same time last year.
The jump is a continuation of the recovery for the sector from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic which saw retailers close their doors and sales come to a halt.
