Alan Feldberg

Volvo named most dependable brand

Volvo is the most dependable premium brand in the UK, according to the J.D. Power 2019 UK Vehicle Dependability Study. The study’s findings put Volvo ahead of all its market […]

Audi tops customer service study

Audi was named the highest ranking premium car brand in the UK for customer satisfaction with servicing and maintenance provision in its retailer and authorised repairer network. This is according […]

V2G could generate annual revenues

A new report has calculated the benefits of Vehicle to Grid (V2G) charge points compared to traditional smart charging. Published by Cenex, the report found that bidirectional V2G charging, which […]

Claire English captains fleet

Claire English has been appointed to the role of head of fleet in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, replacing David Hanna who recently took over as Head of Service and Parts for […]

More automotive recalls than ever

A dramatic spike of 75% meant there were more automotive recalls in the first quarter of 2019 than ever before. There were a total of 158 automotive recalls in the […]

Apprenticeship programme ‘highly commended’

MarkerStudy Group’s apprenticeship programme has been highly commended by OFSTED. Its Apprenticeship Learning EXperience programme demonstrated progress in all areas, from effectively safeguarding young people to delivering high-quality learning opportunities. […]

Cenex registrations now open

Visitor registrations are open for the Cenex-LCV and Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility (CAM) events. Taking place on 4 and 5 September at Millbrook in Bedfordshire, this will be Cenex’s 12th annual […]

Ford fair set for Portrush

The 15th annual Causeway Coast Ford Fair will be held at West Bay, Portrush on Sunday 2 June. Hosted by TrustFord, this years’ event, run in conjunction with the Capri […]

EV skills to become most valued

Nearly half of workshop technicians believe electric and hybrid technology know-how more will be the most important skill in just five years. This is according to CitNOW, whose research found […]

PSA Groupe linked with JLR takeover

Jaguar Land Rover could be sold to the PSA Groupe, according to reports. The PSA Groupe, which already owns Vauxhall, has, according to The Telegragh, been circulating ‘post-integration documents’ identifying […]

Beckham banned from driving

The stricter laws about using a phone while driving claimed a high-profile victim yesterday when former England captain David Beckham lost his license after being found guilty of the offence. […]

Thatcham launches ADAS repair guidelines

Thatcham Research has introduced guidelines for repairs to driver aid systems (ADAS). This will inform the automotive, repair and insurance industries on how to manage vehicle repairs involving ADAS, such […]