Alan Feldberg

Drivers unprepared for winter driving

Millions of motorists are unprepared for winter driving – with nearly half admitting they have not conducted any maintenance checks on their vehicle, according to research. One in six revealed […]

Thatcham Research names new CEO

Thatcham Research has announced the appointment of Jonathan Hewett as its new chief Executive as of 7 January 2019. Jonathan brings a wealth of senior management, international and strategic leadership […]

AutoRaise welcomes Admiral

Admiral has become the latest insurance company to partner with AutoRaise. AutoRaise welcomes Admiral as a Silver Partner. The new partnership with AutoRaise will help support the vital work the […]

Technician efficiency wastes an  hour a day

Audatex has revealed that managing technician efficiency is the biggest challenge (58%) for UK bodyshop and repair businesses. Through industry research, this pain point was ranked above estimations (46%), parts […]

IMI introduces Levy advice

In a bid to help the aftermarket tackle the skills crisis through greater use of apprentices, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is offering free advice to car dealers […]

Capital gains EV taxi service

London’s first ever all-electric fleet of black taxis was launched yesterday.  The fleet of 150 vehicles will be delivered via the Sherbet RIDE app, allowing Londoners access to the first […]

VW launches dedicated EV tab online

Volkswagen UK’s homepage has added a new section dedicated to electric vehicles. This is part of the brand’s commitment to the electric revolution (see bodyshop magazine’s December issue for an […]

MOT failures shoot up

MOT failures have doubled since tighter regulations were introduced earlier in the year. According to figures from the DVSA, almost 750,000 cars have failed the tougher emissions test as part […]

Nissan board deciding Ghosn’s fate

Nissan’s board is meeting today to decide whether to remove Carlos Ghosn as chairman. He was arrested in Japan on allegations of financial misconduct and his custody period had been […]

MG Cannon invests in ADAS

MG Cannon Accident Repair Centres has invested in Pro-Align’s state-of-the-art Hunter 4 Wheel Alignment, Naja electronic measuring system and ADAS technology at its four main bodyshop sites Dorchester, Plymouth, Salisbury […]

Industry heading for ‘complete disruption’

Industry Insights has urged the industry as a whole to come together to raise awareness of the bodyshop skills crisis at a high-level AutoRaise event in London. Steve Thompson,director, Industry Insights […]

Fix celebrates franchisee double

Fix Auto UK has announced two new franchisees joining the network. Grimsby-based Wilson & Co and C&M Bodyshop Ltd of Coventry will now operate as Fix Auto Grimsby and Fix […]