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RAC shines spotlight on headlight glare

Modern headlights are too bright and glare is a growing problem for almost nine in 10 drivers, according to new research. The RAC surveyed 2,000 drivers and found that 89% […]

Copart to develop largest UK Super Centre

Online vehicle remarketing and recycling specialist Copart UK has announced an expansion of its Sandtoft Super Centre. The site is being developed to create a huge 130-acre site following the […]

Ennis & Co launches investment division

Global automotive and mobility executive search and talent research company Ennis & Co Group has announced the official launch of its investment services division. The division builds on the company’s […]

SYNETIQ signs innovative EV battery deal

Vehicle salvage, dismantling, and recycling company SYNETIQ has agreed a new collaboration to develop sustainable solutions for EV batteries at the end of their life. The IAA company is working […]

Summers Motors celebrates Lotus approval

Summers Motors has secured approved repairer certification from Lotus. The Ashford-based bodyshop adds Lotus to a portfolio of badges also including Audi, Honda and Volkswagen. Director Ian Summers said: “As […]

Costs the key concern for under-pressure repairers

Rising costs have been identified as the most significant challenge for bodyshops this year. According to the Motor Ombudsman’s annual survey of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops, 75% identified […]

Copart announces St Helens expansion

Copart has continued its ambitious growth programme by announcing a new operation centre in St Helens. The new 16-acre site, which was formerly leased by Cazoo, will increase the company’s […]

Ben backs betterment with life coaches

Industry charity Ben is revealing new ways for automotive people to make positive changes to their lives for 2024 by highlighting how its Coaching Services can help colleagues. Available for […]

IMI identifies key skill drivers

A new report from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has identified the top 10 drivers for skills in the UK automotive sector. Driving Auto Forwards says the highest […]

FMG Repair Services announces Bristol expansion

Accident repair specialist FMG Repair Services has opened the doors of a new state-of-the-art accident repair centre in Bristol. With 36 work bays, the 22,000 sqft site has the capacity […]

Demand grows as prices tumble

Demand for used cars rose 11.7% in December while average values fell 5.6% to £17,064, according to Auto Trader’s Retail Price Index. Data revealed that one to three-year-old cars saw […]