IMI urges automotive focus in government strategy
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has written to the government urging it make automotive a priority in its industrial strategy. After the publication of Invest 2035: The UK’s […]
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Diesel options fall to lowest level since 2015
The number of diesel models available in the UK has fallen to its lowest level since 2015, according to research carried out by CarGurus. It found that the choice of […]
The AA reveals spike in collisions around clock change
New figures from The AA have revealed that the number of crashes on UK roads rise by 11% in the two weeks after the clocks go back. Its Accident Assist […]
Automotive apprentices join Enterprise Flex-E-Rent
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent has underscored its commitment to future talent by welcoming 15 new automotive apprentices to its HGV mechanic or panel apprenticeship programmes. They will be based at Enterprise Flex-E-Rent […]
Repairers warned of rising cybercrime threat
Marking Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Autotech Connect has warned of the growing threat of cybercrime to independent repairers. According to the UK’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024, half of all businesses […]
Fix Auto Cookstown joins network’s growing NI proposition
Less than two weeks after appointing its fourth site in Northern Ireland, Fix Auto UK has announced that Lennons Accident Repair Specialists has joined the network and will now operate […]
Volkswagen Financial Services slapped with £5.4m FCA fine
Volkswagen Financial Services has been fined nearly £5.4m by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for failing to treat vulnerable customers fairly. The company has also agreed to pay more than […]
New data reveals uninsured driving hotspots
New analysis has identified the uninsured driving hotspots in the UK. Data obtained from the DVLA following a Freedom of Information request has revealed which areas have seen the most […]
ChipsAway celebrates Trustpilot milestone
ChipsAway is celebrating after reaching 75,000 reviews on Trustpilot, with an average rating 4.9 out of five. The UK’s leading minor automotive paintwork repair specialist says this is testament not […]
Fake car parts targeted in government campaign
A new government campaign has been launched warning UK motorists about the dangers of buying fake car parts. ‘Fake Always Breaks’ is being led by the government’s Intellectual Property Office […]
Marshall Motors opts for Auxillis Accident Aftercare solution
Auxillis has formed a new partnership with automotive retailer Marshall Motor Group, providing its Auxillis Accident Aftercare programme and vehicle replacement service. One of the UK’s largest motor retail groups, […]
UK drivers favour electric vehicles, says EY report
A new report has revealed that nearly six in 10 car buyers would prefer to buy an electric vehicle next. According to EY’s latest Mobility Consumer Index 59% of motorists […]