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IAAF and Motor Ombudsman announce ADR partnership

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has enhanced its support package for over 3,000 independent garage members by offering access to The Motor Ombudsman’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) service. ​This […]

Vertu Motors reports strong revenue growth

Dealer group Vertu Motors has reported that group revenues rose 3.3% on a like-for-like basis in the five months to July, while service revenues were up 8.4%. The strong performance […]

Bumper and Keyloop unveil flexible payment solutions

Payment platform Bumper has enhanced its collaboration with automotive technology company Keyloop to introduce a range of digital payment solutions. The partnership has also developed automatic payment reconciliation for automotive […]

VMs limiting ICE supply to meet ZEV Mandate targets

Vehicle manufacturers are limiting the sale of petrol and hybrid vehicles to dealerships in order to meet incoming ZEV Mandate targets. This is according to Vertu Motors’ chief executive Robert […]

Fix Auto UK boosts M25 footprint with RS Dawe

Fix Auto UK has announced that Kent-based RS Dawe has joined the network. The appointment brings the number of fully-branded Fix Auto UK bodyshops either within or around the M25 […]

AI cameras capture phone and seatbelt offences

AI cameras in Devon and Cornwall have caught drivers committing 800 mobile offences in July and August as well as more than 2,000 people driving without seatbelts. Among the 2,239 […]

Steer acquires Rye Street Group

Steer acquires Rye Street Group in latest expansion deal

Steer Automotive Group today announced the strategic acquisition of Rye Street Group, the renowned accident repair business with a strong presence across Hertfordshire and Essex. This geographical acquisition will allow Steer […]

Used car prices remain resilient in August

Used car prices remained stable in August, falling just 0.1% on month-on-month basis. According to Auto Trader, average used car prices held firm at £16,316, with consumer demand up 7.3% […]

UK fleets demand clarity around 2030 ICE ban

UK fleets are calling for clarity from the government around the proposed 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles. The Labour party has pledged to reinstate […]