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IBIS 2022 – next stop Istanbul

International conference and networking provider IBIS (International Bodyshop Industry Symposium) returns to Istanbul this week for its first in-person event in Turkey since 2019. Following online IBISConnect events in 2020 […]

Government confirms 2030 ban to remain

The UK government has confirmed that the 2030 ban of the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles will go ahead. Transport Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan confirmed the decision was part […]

Ben Ball makes more tables available

Automotive charity Ben has announced that it has released more tables for its flagship blacktie event, the Ben Ball, which takes place on 7 December at Old Billingsgate Market. Due […]

bodyshop magazine celebrates 2022 Awards winners

bodyshop magazine celebrated the best and brightest in the collision repair industry on Wednesday evening (12 October) with the most respected and prestigious prize-giving event in the sector now in […]

Uninsured drivers pay £75m in fines

New research has found that the Metropolitan Police has obtained over £75m in fines from uninsured drivers since 2012. According to a study carried out by Confused.com, the Metropolitan Police […]

Cost of living drives green parts adoption

The cost-of-living crisis is likely to see a growing number of motorists switch to recycled parts to help reduce motoring bills. This is according to eBay, the UK’s leading online […]

LKQ announces leadership changes

LKQ Corporation has announced a series of new leadership appointments. Varun Laroyia, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has been appointed as chief executive officer and managing director of […]

Cost-of-living cooling car ownership

A new survey of dealers has identified a growing trend among motorists now wishing to own their own vehicles. According to Startline’s Used Car Tracker, drivers choosing not to own […]

Bodyshops back new tech to accelerate cycle times

More than half of bodyshops believe artificial intelligence could accelerate the estimating process. According to an Audatex survey of its repairer community, 56% of respondents said AI could improve staff […]

IAAF launches new training academy

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has launched a new training academy to upskill new and existing people working within the automotive aftermarket. From virtual to practical training, the IAAF […]