Simon Wait

Aviva to combat whiplash surge

Aviva has drafted a six point plan to dramatically reduce the number of false whiplash claims including an end to cash payouts for whiplash injuries. Figures from Aviva show last […]

ACIS launches ASCRIBE 1.2

ACIS, the UK’s leading distributor to the bodyshop sector, has launched the latest version of ASCRIBE, its unique and innovative web-based stock management and ordering solution. The new version, which […]

Nash calls for apprentice pay increase

The leader of the motor industry professional body, IMI, is calling on employers to consider increasing the starting salary for apprentices by more than 70% to compete with academic career […]

FIA launches online safety pledge

The FIA has launched a new online pledge aimed at promoting road safety and committing drivers to obey the rules of the road, as part of the FIA Action for […]

Skills Show recognises young talent

The Skills Show will this year take place at The NEC Birmingham from 19-21 November, and is the nation’s largest free to attend skills and careers event. The annual event […]

Driverless cars concern for LKQ

Three US insurers have noted driverless vehicles as a possible financial threat, whilst LKQ fears a decline in ‘the number and severity of accidents’, according to The Guardian. Three insurance […]

Audatex partners with Peugeot Citroën

Audatex is working in partnership with Peugeot Citroën, developing a premium training programme with bespoke certification for its bodyshop staff. Under the new programme, Audatex carried out training sessions for […]

JCC Peterborough gains BS 10125 standard

Just Car Clinics is delighted to confirm that Peterborough is the first site in its network to be awarded the brand new British Standard BS 10125. Peterborough, the newest addition […]

Bentley commits to future skills

Bentley has today underlined its commitment to future skills development by announcing the company’s largest intake of apprentices in 25 years. Marlies Rogait, member of the board for human resources, […]

LSE report recognises National Windscreens

National Windscreens has announced that it has been identified as one of London Stock Exchange’s ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’. The report is a celebration of the UK’s fastest-growing and […]

Innovators showcase carbon technology

Eight specialist companies, dynamic innovators in low carbon road transport, are being showcased at a Parliamentary event being held in the House of Commons today. They are a practical manifestation […]

Saint-Gobain bid for Sika continues

The Swiss Takeover Board (TOB) has ruled the Burkard-Schenker family can accept the offer for its controlling stake in Sika from Saint-Gobain without it having to make an offer to […]