Alan Feldberg

Admiral ‘changing repair network strategy’

UK motor insurer Admiral has announced it is changing its repair network strategy in a move that could have a telling effect on some bodyshops. According to the NBRA, Admiral […]

Manufacturing revival continues through August

UK car manufacturing output rose for the fourth consecutive month in August, up 34% to 49,901 units. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the performance was still […]

CV production enjoys summer spike

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 92.9% in August, with 6,132 new vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis manufactured. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), […]

MOT tester disqualifications surging

New data has found that almost 700 MOT testers have been disqualified in the last two years, representing a rise of 49% compared to the previous two years. According to […]

Regional ranges in insurance premiums

New data has revealed wild variations in insurance premiums according to region in the UK. According to insurance comparison platform Quotezone, drivers in London are forking out considerably more than […]

IAAF calls for further automotive support

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has warned that recently announced energy support packages will not be enough on their own to safeguard the future of independent repairers. Chief executive […]

Mazda unveils new training centre

Mazda UK has opened a new bespoke training centre that will centralise training for dealer staff from across its network. The 11,000 sqf facility in Bedfordshire will deliver training for […]

Stellantis names new policy chief

Stellantis has named Sally Clift as head of UK government relations and public policy. Clift brings with her comprehensive experience in corporate, consumer and tech communications across a range of […]

Energy prices cooling EV demand

Surging energy prices is dampening demand for electric vehicles. An AA survey of 12,500 drivers showed 63% of respondents said the increase in home electric bills was contributing to their […]

IMI awards inaugural Centre of Excellence

The Institute of the Motor Industry has named BMW Group UK Academy in Berkshire the first IMI TechSafe Centre of Excellence. The prestigious inaugural award recognises the outstanding achievements of […]

Nissan Sunderland continues EV drive

Nissan has emphasised its commitment to UK manufacturing by announcing that five million units have now rolled off the lines at its Sunderland plant, while  the first electric vehicle models […]

RHCV celebrates awards hat-trick

RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) has been recognised as one of the leading commercial vehicle dealers in the UK at the Renault Trucks awards ceremony. The East Midlands-based site took home […]