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The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code marks 50 years of service and covers virtually all ’26 plate car buyers

3rd March 2026

The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). The ‘Motor Industry Code of Practice’ was launched in 1976 as the first set of guidelines for vehicle manufacturers when selling new cars and providing warranties to consumers Over the course of the last half a century, the New Car Code, which has remained unrivalled in its scope and content, has formed the … [Read more...]

CHERY UK accredited to The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code

3rd February 2026

The Motor Ombudsman adds CHERY UK to its growing New Car Code portfolio. The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and photographs from The Motor Ombudsman). The comprehensive and long-standing Code covers best practice guidelines for carmakers in relation to the supply of new vehicles and associated warranty products and services to consumers CHERY UK’s accreditation to the Code brings … [Read more...]

The Motor Ombudsman marks 20 years since its New Car Code gained full approval

27th September 2024

The Motor Ombudsman celebrates the 20th anniversary of its New Car Code being given full approval. They tell us: (All words and images from The Motor Ombudsman). On this day, 20 years ago, it was announced that the Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars had gained ‘Stage Two’ and full approval from the former Office of Fair Trading (OFT), becoming the first Code of … [Read more...]

OMODA joins The Motor Ombudsman’s growing New Car Code portfolio

23rd January 2024

Vehicle manufacturer OMODA gains accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman's New Car Code... The Motor Ombudsman tells us: (All words and image from The Motor Ombudsman). Vehicle manufacturer OMODA has gained accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars, ahead of the OMODA 5 crossover SUV going on sale in March in the UK A total of 44 … [Read more...]

Alpine joins The Motor Ombudsman’s New Car Code

3rd January 2024

The Motor Ombudsman starts 2024 on a high with Alpine joining New Car Code. They tell us: Sports car brand Alpine has gained accreditation to The Motor Ombudsman’s long-established Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars Today, more than 40 vehicle manufacturers adhere to the comprehensive Code, which covers 98% of new cars sold across the UK Being signed up to the … [Read more...]

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