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Car theft convictions sink to below 7%

A Freedom of Information request has revealed that fewer than 7% of reported car thefts result in anyone being charged. Meanwhile, nearly seven in 10 (69%) cases are dropped because […]

Repairify adds Nissan models to calibration system

Repairify has updated its ADAS calibration system to include the Nissan Juke and Qashqai models. The newly-revised asTech Digital ADAS Calibration System will provide new sales opportunities for repairers by […]

IMI announces NOS industry consultation

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is consulting the industry as it prepares to review Electric and Hybrid Vehicle National Occupational Standards (NOS). Developed by the IMI in consultation with […]

Volta Trucks files for bankruptcy

Volta Trucks has announced it is filing for bankruptcy. The manufacturer of electric vehicles was founded in 2019 to deliver zero emission commercial vehicles. It created the world’s first purpose […]

Recovery agents given red light approval

Breakdown and recovery vehicles will be permitted to use red flashing lights according to the government’s Plan for Drivers. The change in legislation to permit breakdown vehicles to be fitted […]

Oxa and eVersum announce autonomous collaboration

Autonomous vehicle software developer Oxa has entered into a partnership with eVersum, which provides electric commercial vehicles and passenger transport solutions. The partnership will see the pair design, develop and […]

Kia to unveil new training academy

Kia UK will open a new cutting-edge training centre in Derby by the end of this year. The Kia Academy will welcome the next generation of Kia apprenticeships and dealer […]

Smart growth for Smart Repairs

Leeds-based independent cosmetic vehicle repairer Smart Repairs has announced an increase in turnover of 25% this year and is now predicting overall turnover to to rise to more than £9.5m. […]

Commercial drivers feeling the pressure

A quarter of UK van drivers have experienced mental health issues last year, while two-thirds felt overwhelmed at least once a month. According to a study by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles […]

Fix Auto Gloucester joins network

Fix Auto UK’s footprint to repair in the South West has been further enhanced with the appointment of Ultimate Accident Repair, which will now operate as Fix Auto Gloucester. Owned […]

MIB to step up fight against uninsured drivers

MIB has announced a £5m investment to get uninsured drivers off the roads sooner and make roads safer. Since 2005, MIB’s work with government, insurers and the police has helped […]