NBRA announces Stellantis membership
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has announced that the Stellantis accident repair network has joined as members. The Stellantis repair programme in the UK represents nine of its 14 […]
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LKQ launches first-of-its-kind bodyshop training proposition
LKQ Academy has launched a first-of-its-kind bodyshop training proposition introducing 12 new courses designed to upskill bodyshop professionals. The new bodyshop-dedicated training prospectus caters for all abilities. Courses start from […]
EV test drive initiative aims to boost flagging demand
Accident management specialist AX is launching a unique EV test drive initiative to help boost flagging demand for electric vehicles and support the sustainability objectives of insurers, retailers and manufacturers. […]
Vella Group completes Brocksford Motors acquisition
The Vella Group has followed up April’s acquisition of Axiom by announcing the acquisition of Brocksford Motors in Stoke-on-Trent. The family-run independent repair centre, now managed by Mark Beech, becomes […]
IMI reports fall in automotive vacancies
Vacancies in the UK automotive industry have fallen for the second month in a row. According to the Institute of the Motor Industry’s (IMI) Vacancy Rate Tracker job vacancies per 100 […]
SMMT calls on government to unlock £50bn potential
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging the next government to support that automotive industry deliver growth worth £50bn over the next decade. New research published in […]
Stellantis could axe UK production unless govt acts on EVs
Stellantis could axe UK production unless the government does more to boost demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and help it comply with regulations requiring automakers to sell more EVs. Reuters […]
NBRA calls for government support for vehicle repair sector
As the UK prepares for the upcoming general election on 4 July, the National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has called on the next government to prioritise critical reforms aimed at […]
Latest acquisition continues consolidation trend
The consolidation of the UK automotive aftermarket has continued with Fix Auto Swansea West acquiring Pontypridd bodyshop S&F Motors. The deal has continued a busy period in terms of acquisitions […]
Thatcham Research launches ADAS Aware e-learning course
Thatcham Research has launched its new ADAS Aware e-learning course to support UK bodyshops and address the skills gap around ever-present vehicle technology. The course is designed to provide technicians […]
