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Automotive Council appoints Steve Marsh as co-chair

The Automotive Council has appointed Steve Marsh, executive director of vehicle programmes at JLR, as industry co-chair. He joins ministerial co-chair Sarah Jones MP, Minister of State at the Department […]

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MOT advisories ignored by 20% of drivers

New research has revealed that more than a fifth of drivers in the UK regularly ignore MOT advisories. The analysis found that 10% of those drivers said they couldn’t afford […]

Fall in EV charging costs offset by VED taxes

A fall in peak-time EV charging costs has been offset by the introduction of road tax for electric vehicles, according to the latest AA EV Recharge Report. It found that […]

Used electric vehicle sales set new high

Used electric vehicle sales rose again in early May to a new record high according to data from the latest Indicata UK Market Watch. It found that used electric vehicles […]

Top tips on apprenticeship engagement

Apprenticeship Central has offered businesses in the automotive industry top tips on how to improve apprenticeship engagement. Apprentices can play a key role in securing a pipeline of future talent […]

Automotive skills gap addressed by ACEA and Adecco Group

The automotive skills gap is the focus of a new collaboration between the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and the Adecco Group. The partnership will begin with a comprehensive analysis of the […]

World Bee Day creates a buzz at Activate Group

Activate Group is creating a buzz this World Bee Day by installing three additional beehives at its repair centres. The new beehives will be installed at its Manchester, Warrington, and […]

NAMA survey reveals growing auction house confidence

A new NAMA survey has shown that confidence among UK automotive auctions has been growing steadily this year, with vehicle values rising. The National Association of Motor Auctions research also  […]

Honda switches focus from EVs to hybrids

Honda has announced it has shifted its manufacturing focus from electric vehicles to hybrids amidst waning consumer demand. It has slashed EV investments before 2030 to £36.6bn, which is a […]

National Paint Championships finalists announced

Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its shortlist of finalists for the National Paint Championships 2025. Following a competitive round of entries, eight paint technicians have been selected to showcase their creativity […]