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NBRA backs industry call for data legislation

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has lent its support to a European-wide call for fair access to in-vehicle data. In a letter to European Commission president Ursula von der […]

NFDA calls for skills and EV focus in Budget

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to address skills and electric vehicle uptake in its upcoming Spring Budget. In a letter to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, the […]

CV production up 18% in 2023

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production increased by 18.5% in 2023 with 120,357 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches leaving factory lines. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]

CitNOW expands Keyloop collaboration

Keyloop and CitNOW Group have signed a new agreement to extend their long-term partnership. All CitNOW Group businesses will now become part of the Keyloop international partner ecosystem improving dealers’ […]

Industry welcomes MOT decision

The industry has reacted positively to news that MOT tests will remain at three years after registration, and annually thereafter. The government was considering extending the period to initial testing […]

UK production breaks one million barrier in 2023

UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). With 905,117 cars and 120,357 commercial vehicles (CVs) […]

IMI announces awards shortlist

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled the shortlist for this year’s IMI Awards. The awards recognise pupils, professionals and organisations who are promoting the industry and showcasing […]

Fix Auto Basingstoke opens dedicated LCV site

Fix Auto Basingstoke has opened a second site which is dedicated to repairing vans, LCVs and motorhomes. Work to transform the new 15,000 sqft repair centre, which features two oversized […]

OMODA signs Motor Ombudsman Code of Practice

The Motor Ombudsman has announced that OMODA has gained accreditation to its long-established Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars. The vehicle manufacturer, which […]

Grey fleet on the rise

Grey remained the colour of choice for car buyers for the sixth year in a row, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Boasting a market share […]

Dealers predict EV decline

A new survey has revealed that just over a quarter of dealers expect EV sales to be better in 2024 than 2023. According to a survey carried out by the […]