Alan Feldberg

Shorade secures distribution deal

Shorade UK has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with LKQ Coatings. The agreement covers all existing sites – Shorade Cannock, Finesse Dorking, Finesse Redhill – and all of the bodyshop’s […]

IMI publishes diversity report

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has published the final Diversity Task Force report, which has identified five key steps to take the lack of diversity within the sector. […]

Muir the merrier after IMI recognition

Founder and chief executive of the Automotive 30% Club Julia Muir received the Sue Brownson Award at the IMI Dinner, in recognition of the significant strides she’s achieved in increasing […]

SMEs in the dark about carbon emissions

NatWest research has revealed that 87% of UK SMEs are unaware of their business’s total carbon emissions. This is despite the fact that almost half (45%) recognise it will be important […]

IMI celebrates outstanding achievers

Over 350 members, supporters and industry partners of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) met at a gala awards night in London to applaud the accomplishments of individuals and […]

Autotech Training names first MD

Autotech Training has named Colin Gleghorn as its first managing director dedicated to the brand. The decision to create a role responsible solely for Autotech Training, a division of Autotech […]

TrustFord cuts ribbon on upgraded site

Ford dealer group TrustFord has opened its newly upgraded Transit Centre in Barnsley after an investment of £500K. The site has been extensively redeveloped to create the group’s largest commercial […]

Heat pumps could cool range anxiety

New research has identified solutions that can mitigate the loss of range for electric cars caused by cold weather. According to What Car?, electric car range can reduce by as […]

Smart Repairs set for major growth

Independent cosmetic vehicle repairer Smart Repairs has announced major expansion plans following a record-breaking year. The Leeds-based company, which has recently bought 18,000 sqft freehold premises in the city, is […]

CAM secures customer award

CAM has been re-accredited with the Investors in People (IIP) Gold Award, an accolade which recognises its relationship with customers. The award, handed to only 17% of organisations, is a result of […]

Chips down for MOTs

Autoglass has revealed that 41,910 UK drivers failed their MOT test in 2021 due to a chipped, cracked or otherwise damaged windscreen, up eight per cent on the previous year. […]

Vella Group enhances green credentials

The Vella Group has cemented its relationship with AkzoNobel by installing the Sikkens Autowave 2.0 paint system across its national network of repair centres. The announcement underscores The Vella Group’s […]