Automotive parts distributor UPG UK & Ireland has appointed Phillip Butcher as business development manager for the South East. He brings nearly four decades of automotive aftermarket experience to the […]
A comprehensive new survey commissioned by Thatcham Research has revealed that 82% of UK drivers feel safer with ADAS features in their vehicles. The study, carried out by the Centre […]
The IMI is urging government to focus on automotive aftermarket skills when it delivers its Autumn Budget next month. In its pre-budget submission, it has said that investment traditionally focuses […]
New research has revealed that one in seven used cars have evidence of mileage tampering or Vehicle Identification Number manipulation. According to analysis carried out by Carly of more than […]
Second hand cars sold in 25 days on average during September, with the Mazda CX-5 SUV revealed as the UK’s fastest-selling used car. According to Dealer Auction’s latest Retail Margin […]
More than eight million vehicles were late renewing MOT certification last year, according to new research. A Freedom of Information request to the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency submitted by […]
Fleet Assist has welcomed a record number of repairers to its SMR network this year. It is predicting that more than 400 repairers will have joined its network by the […]
The six finalists in the Automotive Body Repair discipline of the IMI Skills Competition attended a hands-on masterclass at Car-O-Liner’s training centre recently. The session provided real-world experience with the […]
Lloyd Motor Group has extended its contract with Manheim Auction Services to remarket part-exchange vehicles. Under the renewed agreement, Manheim will continue to remarket over 6,000 vehicles annually from its […]
SMR costs are nearly a quarter higher for fleet cars over four year old compared to newer models. According to research carried out by ATS Euromaster, SMR (service, maintenance and […]
Smart Repairs has reported a 10% increase in turnover in the last 12 months. The Leeds-based company, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and is now the UK’s fastest […]
Fix Auto UK officially welcomed a new group of apprentices to the business at 3M’s head office in Bracknell. The 44 new recruits, who were joined by Fix Auto UK […]
