Simon Wait

Glass’s name Vauxhall Vivaro hero

The Vauxhall Vivaro has been named as Glass’s Used Van Hero for June. The factors supporting Glass’s choice of the Vivaro include its economical 1.6CDTI diesel engine as well as […]

Daryl Heads for Abu Dhabi

Nationwide technician Daryl Head, a former paint apprentice working at Nationwide Swindon has been selected to represent Team UK at the WorldSkills event in Abu Dhabi. Daryl said, ‘I would […]

JLR invests in Lyft

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has become the latest automaker to take a stake in ride-share operator Lyft, with a $25m investment from its mobility services arm, InMotion. The deal will […]

ICO undertakes more searches

Homes in the north west have been searched as part of an extensive ongoing investigation by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The investigation relates to nuisance calls that encourage people […]

ADAS in focus at Thatcham

Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) was the hot topic at Thatcham Repair Focus, which was attended by more than 300 delegates on Tuesday. An ADAS workshop drew attendees in the […]

IMI to introduce e-learning for EVs

The Institute of the Motor Industry is working on e-learning modules to address the skills gap in the industry, particularly surrounding electric vehicles (EVs). Only one per cent of technicians […]

Volvo receives NHTSA recognition

Volvo Cars has once again been recognised for its contribution to improving traffic safety and reducing fatalities and serious injuries by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the […]

Automatics gaining popularity

The popularity of automatic over manual transmission cars has continued to rise throughout recent years. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show an increase of more […]

Laird takes top honour

Automotive experts Laird have been recognised by the legal and insurance industries for its expert witness services. Laird Expert won the best Associated Industry Award for its expert witness at […]

Nissan commits to AEB

Nissan Motor Co Ltd will make automatic emergency braking (AEB) standard on an estimated one million vehicles sold in the US for model year 2018. Reuters reports that the Japanese […]

Inchcape smashes fundraising target

Leading automotive retailer Inchcape Retail UK, has won a prestigious award from national cancer charity Macmillan. The Building a Partnership Foundation Award was presented at Macmillian’s annual partner awards ceremony […]

Anchor Vans to double in size

The UK’s largest van hypermarket, Anchor Vans, is preparing to double in size by developing a new 2.5-acre site next to its base on the A4 near Reading. The business’ […]