The Latest Breaking News from Vertu Motors

Vertu says prolonged Iran war could spark higher vehicle prices

The company said profits were impacted by Government EV (electric vehicle) targets and last year’s Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack.

Evening Standard · May 13

Vertu Motors warns of up to £5.5m hit to yearly profits from JLR shutdown

It was ‘disappointing for the industry’ to experience issues during September, a key month for vehicle number plates being changed, Vertu said.

Evening Standard · Oct 8, 2025

Bank of England warns of risk of AI market correction; gold hits new $4,000 an ounce record – as it happened

Soaring tech valuations could drop amid potentially ‘disappointing’ progress on AI, central bank says; gold has doubled in two years and extends 50% rally so far this year

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2025

New Toyota car dealership coming to Ayrshire town after plans are given green light

The company will build a new car showroom on land at the rear of Old Farm Road.

Daily Record · Jun 15, 2023

People on the move: key appointments and promotions of the week

Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Gentoo Group,

Birmingham Post · Jun 9, 2023

North East business life: charity, community and award events

Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Vertu Motors, Miller Homes, Kromek, NBS, The Inn Collection Group and The Dunelm Foundation

Birmingham Post · May 25, 2023

Two ways of thanking fellow drivers could see you fined

People appreciate being thanked, but you could be breaking the rules

Wales Online · Mar 21, 2023

Motor retailer Vertu invests £2.7m in solar power to counter rising costs

The Tyneside firm, which as 191 sales outlets now, has also taken action to mitigate against interest rate fluctuations

Birmingham Post · Mar 2, 2023

Motor retail giant set to move into Ayr as new Toyota dealership plan is announced for town

The company behind the proposals, Gateshead-based Vertu Motors PLC, are the fourth largest motor retailer in the UK.

Daily Record · Feb 8, 2023

North East deals of the week: key acquisitions, contracts and investments

Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Vertu, Fairstone and Fenwick

Birmingham Post · Dec 13, 2022