Alan Feldberg

IGA announces awards winners

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has revealed the winners of the British Independent Garage of the Year Awards 2022. Recognising businesses and individuals who have excelled in 13 separate categories, […]

Launch Tech develops digital strategy with Carter appointment

Diagnostics specialists Launch Tech UK has appointed Mike Carter as technical manager to help the company deliver key product support and technical training. His role will involve providing technical support and demonstrations to customers, sales support and […]

Lavery lands top job

SMP Europe has appointed Brian Lavery as sales director at the company. Lavery brings over 25 years’ experience in automotive, engineering and product development to the company, which is home […]

GT Motive strengthens teams

GT Motive has appointed Jane Riley as implementation project manager. With over 25 years’ experience within the automotive claims industry, she joins the GT Motive following nine years with repairer […]

RWC introduces new IMI-approved EV course

RWC Training has gained IMI approval to deliver a new Electric Vehicle Technician Accreditation. This will create the necessary progression route from the Level 3 EV Qualification and is considered […]

 UK government unveils new automated agenda

The UK government has announced plans which could see automated vehicles on public roads by 2025. It is creating legislation to support the roll-out of self-driving cars within three years […]

TrustFord angling for charity triumph

TrustFord has continued its commitment to supporting the wider community by raising over £1,850 for Cancer Research UK. It achieved this through its annual fishing match in Scunthorpe, which saw […]

New data reveals abandoned vehicle numbers

According to a recent Freedom of Information request to 50 councils across the UK, 21,106 cars were abandoned during 2021. The data was requested by Riverdale Leasing, and revealed the […]

IMI report reveals looming skills crisis

The Institute of the Motor Industry is predicting a 160,000 shortfall in skilled workers by 2031. Its latest Automotive Sector Employment report attributes this growing skills gaps to the electric […]

Polestar to establish UK headquarters

Polestar will establish its UK commercial headquarters and a new customer Test Drive Hub at Bicester Heritage. Opening in December 2022, Polestar Bicester will be a new multi-purpose location following […]

 EVs experience higher MOT failure rates

Electric vehicles have higher MOT failure rates than equivalently aged hybrid and petrol vehicles. According to new research by BookMyGarage, DVSA data showed electric vehicles have a MOT failure rate […]