Fix Auto celebrates success at 20th anniversary conference
Fix Auto Lichfield was crowned Fix Auto UK’s Bodyshop of the Year during the network’s EVOLVE-themed 2025 National Conference held at The Vox at the NEC Birmingham on Thursday (8 […]
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Demand for new LCVs down again, reports SMMT
UK demand for new LCVs fell by 14.9% in April to 20,332 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This made it the worst April since […]
Automechanika Birmingham releases event preview for repairers
Automechanika Birmingham has released its free, comprehensive event preview, highlighting everything of interest to repairers that will be taking place at the NEC, Birmingham from 3-5 June. Alongside a full […]
IBIS Worldwide unveils Global Summit 2025 agenda
The IBIS Global Summit 2025 agenda is now live and online, marking the next major step in the build-up to the collision repair industry’s most influential international meeting. Senior leaders […]
Used UK car market hits record high
The used UK car market hit its highest level in March since May 2023, according to new data from Marketcheck. A total of 376,780 used cars were sold last month, […]
Hella Gutmann joins NBRA as Bronze Supplier Member
Hella Gutmann has announced it has joined the National Body Repair Association (NBRA) as a Bronze Supplier Member. Representing some of the UK’s most respected bodyshops and service businesses, the […]
Amplio Coaching on the up
Amplio Coaching and Consulting has gone from strength to strength since accident repair professional Kate Goodwin launched the business just over two years ago. Set up to help raise the […]
Commercial Vehicle Show to spotlight skills challenge
The Commercial Vehicle Show will turn the spotlight on the battle for talent when it takes place at the NEC from 29 April to 1 May. A lack of skills […]
15% of drivers admit to selling faulty used cars
As many as 7.5 million drivers have sold used cars with existing issues to avoid repair costs. A survey by Carmoola has revealed that 15% of motorists said they sold […]
Press Commercial Bodyworks to close after 55 years
HGV repairer Press Commercial Bodyworks has announced it is closing its doors after 55 years in the industry. The family-run business in Bristol was founded by Martin Warren in the […]
Botched DIY vehicle repairs on the rise
Nearly two thirds of technicians have reported a rise in work from botched DIY vehicle repairs. According to a study carried out by FixMyCar, 58% of those surveyed said they […]
Andy Johnson on Panda Raid Rally to help DEBRA charity
Andy Johnson of Fix Auto Lichfield and Sam Randon are in the middle their second run at the six-day Panda Raid Rally, which started on 12 April, and once again […]