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BookMyGarage updates Tier Programme

BookMyGarage has refreshed its Tier Programme to improve benefits for independent repairers. The changes follow a year in which BookMyGarage generated £158m worth of work for its repair partners, increased […]

Speakers finalised for Bodyshop Magazine LIVE 2026

Bodyshop Magazine has finalised the speaker line-up for its exciting Bodyshop Magazine LIVE 2026 event, which takes place 14-15 October in The Masters Suite at The Belfry Hotel & Resort. […]

School of Thought unveils Ready4Work consultancy

School of Thought is launching Ready4Work, a new consultancy collaboration designed to help businesses get the practical support they need. Ready4Work will bring together a wide range of professional services […]

Marshall Motor Group agrees Changan partnership

Marshall Motor Group has agreed a new partnership with Chinese vehicle manufacturer Changan UK. Changan is one of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers with annual vehicle sales of over 2.9 […]

AA president Edmund King OBE to reduce role

The AA has announced that president Edmund King OBE will step back from a full-time role while Laura Harvey has been named corporate affairs director. She will join from Auto […]

Castle Coachworks boosts EV capability with four approvals

Northamptonshire-based Castle Coachworks has announced it has secured manufacturer approvals from Chery, OMODA, JAECOO and BYD. These brands join a portfolio including Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar Land Rover, Volkswagen Group, Volvo, Polestar […]

FixMyCar announces PayItMonthly partnership

UK booking platform FixMyCar has announced a new partnership with PayItMonthly to help workshops boost repair volumes. Through the new partnership, bodyshops and mobile mechanics can access exclusive pricing across PayItMonthly’s payment plans, including payment options up to £6,000 over two […]

Used EV sales

UK used car market outperforming Europe

The UK used car market is outperforming many European markets, according to the latest INDICATA Market Watch Report. It found that used car values in the UK are stable while […]

Used car vehicle repairs climb to £1,200

New data has revealed that the average UK motorist spends £1,200 on vehicle repairs after buying a second-hand car. Motoring experts at Blackcircles surveyed 2,000 UK drivers who bought a […]

Electric vehicle buyer intent up five per cent

The latest report by Automotive Insights has revealed a five per cent increase in electric vehicle buyer intent among motorists. The Manchester‑based intelligence specialist surveys 1,000 UK drivers to deliver […]