Autotrader | Insight blog
Insights from the UK’s leading automotive marketplace
Where are we on the journey to electric?
Explore the current state of the EV market and what the latest developments mean for retailers.
Available Car appoints new entrant Open Closed Software as technology partner
We sat down with Available Car to find out why they’ve appointed newcomer Open Closed Software as their new technology partner.
What are Gen Z looking for from their cars?
A new generation of car buyers are coming to the market. So discover what generation Z want from their cars.
The latest on used car prices
Discover what we are seeing with used car prices in our latest update.
The three things we discovered at the NADA show 2025
We headed to the NADA show 2025 to discover the latest trends and challenges on the global automotive retail market.
The tax changes coming to pick-ups and what it could mean for retail
April will see double cab pick-up trucks categorised as passenger vehicles, changing the way they are taxed. Find out what this means for buyers and retail.
The latest on used car prices
Our first used car prices update of the year reveals what we saw from used car prices in the first month of the year, as well as what we are seeing with demand right now.
The fastest-selling, most popular used cars of 2024 (and what we’re seeing so far this year)
What were the fastest-selling, most popular cars of 2024 and what are we seeing in the first weeks of 2025?
An update from our CEO
Our CEO shares details of how Auto Trader is investing in partnership, tools and insights to drive retailer performance in 2025
Product updates to help you ‘Unlock 2025’
Check out some of our product updates and enhancements from the past 12 months - along with some hidden gems - which are designed to help you achieve even greater success in 2025.
The latest on used car prices
Our latest used car prices update reveals what we saw with pricing in the final month of 2024 and what we can expect as we enter the new year.
Advert updates to set you apart
We’re excited to introduce a series of updates to our product page, designed to help you craft high-quality adverts that highlight your unique value and resonate with consumers.
Advancing Bike Taxonomy
Our latest advancements in Bike Taxonomy offer retailers a seamless, data-driven solution to enhance efficiency, improve data quality, and elevate the user experience.
Are You Maximising the Value of Your Auto Trader Package?
Packed with real-time insights, expert support, and cutting-edge digital tools to help drive your success.
Rolling out grid view for desktop search
We are advancing the search experience to meet the evolving needs of consumers in an increasingly complex marketplace.
Supporting Ben and the automotive industry
Auto Trader is a proud partner of Ben - a charity dedicated to supporting the people of the automotive industry.
The latest on used car prices
In our final used car prices update of 2024, we share our latest analysis of used car pricing along with where retailers may be missing out on profit.
Our Podcasts
All Chat, No Charts is a short weekly podcast where in just 10 minutes, we unpack pricing trends, shifts in consumer demand, and the insights retailers need to make smarter decisions.
No slides, no dashboards, just straightforward analysis.
Join Erin Baker Autotrader Editorial Director, award-winning motoring journalist and single mum of 2, as she chats to inspiring women from across the automotive industry about work, family, ambition and everything in between. Honest and uplifting, this podcast celebrates success, learns from setbacks, and reminds listeners they’re not alone.
We’re handing you The Keys on YouTube
Actually useful automotive advice from industry experts brought to you each week. Giving you tips and tricks to make your retailer smarter and more profitable. And to get you a good night's sleep.
Our dealers put their personalities front and centre. Their views, experiences and stories shared with you. Expect high energy, debate, and different perspectives all coming to the table.
Dealers on the day to day - in their own words, in their own worlds. We travel across the UK to visit real dealers to see how they work and achieve great things. We're proud to partner with every single on of them.