Peter Waddell in court, Polestar boss hails 'renaissance of the dealers', and latest on finance redress scheme – with Mike Askew, episode 244

Used car sales generated more than 18,500 customer complaints in 2025 – Motor Ombudsman FCA agrees to climbdown over car finance redress scheme with carmakers set for exemption Peter Waddell accused of using disabilities as a ‘fig leaf’ as High Court trial continues Waddell ran ‘fiefdom’ and complained about ‘too many muslims’, court hears Polestar boss hails ‘renaissance of the dealers’ as brand unveils biggest product push yet Car Dealer Live 26 manufacturer panel now complete with Subaru and Xpeng chief joining line-up