The deal with Renault is part of a wider effort by Ford to revive its fortunes in Europe

Electric models surge to an 18.4% share as Toyota heads for another year on top

New car market so far this year is up 3.4 per cent with premium brands performing well

Change will leave dealers with handover and aftersales business

Sales of electric vehicles are not keeping pace with the overall market growth, up just 1.4 per cent on the first two months of last year