Autotrader reports used car transaction growth across all retail channels in August
Franchise, independent, and supermarket retailers recorded growth. Used EV prices rose 3.8%, while older models showed resilience against wholesale softening trends.
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UK automotive marketplace and vehicle transaction platform
plc.autotrader.co.uk- Headquarters
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Company type
- Public company
- Number of employees
- 1,700–5,000
- Industry
- Auto & Truck Manufacturers
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Latest news about Autotrader
In short: Autotrader reported strong financial results for 2026, launched AI-powered features, and saw EVs achieve price parity with petrol cars.
Company announcements
Auto Trader delivers 1 million high-intent leads via Buying Signals
The tool uses behavioural data to prioritise buyers, and enhancements will provide earlier insight to inform pricing decisions.
Auto Trader comments on proposed ZEV mandate revisions
Stability and consistent policy are needed, not political debate, as EV interest rises.
Autotrader releases April 2026 Retail Price Index
Used car prices rise 1.8% month-on-month to £17,397, the strongest since 2021. EV demand surges 59% year-on-year amid fuel cost pressures. Older vehicles show fastest growth.
Media coverage
Autotrader (LSE:AUTO): What Does Its Full-Year Results And Marketplace Update Reveal?
Explore what Autotrader Group's full-year results and marketplace update means for digital car-buying engagement and retailer tools, operating resilience and the evidence London-market readers can...
Holding(s) in Company | Company Announcement | Investegate
FIL Limited, through its controlled undertaking FIL Investments International, has crossed upwards the 5% threshold for voting rights in Autotrader Group PLC, now holding a...
Autotrader Group advances Thursday, outperforms market
Shares of Autotrader Group PLC AUTO advanced 2.28% to £5.12 Thursday, on what proved to be an all-around favorable trading session for the stock market...
Transaction in Own Shares | Company Announcement | Investegate
Autotrader Group plc has announced the purchase of 940,000 ordinary shares for cancellation between August 17 and August 21, 2026, with an average price of...
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