How Does Arnold Clark Expand Its Market in the UK and Seize Market Share

Yifan Wang

Strategic Management Insights, 2025, vol. 2, issue 1, 96-102

Abstract: Against the backdrop of global efforts to combat climate change and promote the transition of the transportation sector toward sustainability-given that transportation is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions-the United Kingdom has emerged as a leader in the shift to electric vehicles (EVs). The country has implemented ambitious policies, including a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 and a mandate for all new cars and vans to achieve 100% zero emissions by 2035. Simultaneously, evolving consumer preferences for sustainable mobility have contributed to a rapidly growing yet intensely competitive EV market. Within this context, Arnold Clark faces dual pressures: aligning with national carbon neutrality goals while sustaining its market leadership. The company must also navigate a series of complex challenges: first, traditional competitors and direct-to-consumer EV manufacturers are aggressively pursuing market share through various purchase incentives; second, the EV industry depends on intricate global supply chains, with battery production and raw material procurement heavily reliant on international markets, creating risks of potential disruptions; third, consumers continue to express concerns regarding EV technology sustainability-particularly battery lifespan and reliability-as well as limitations in charging infrastructure and range anxiety compared with conventional internal combustion engine vehicles.

Keywords: UK electric vehicle (EV) market; Arnold Clark; EV market challenges (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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