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IMEX names new MD

West Yorkshire-based automotive parts company Imexpart has named Martin Butterworth as new managing director. Founder and current managing director Arthur Pinkney will transition into the role of CEO, leading the […]

SMMT calls for HGV transition strategy

The heavy goods vehicle (HGV) sector is calling for an urgent, government-led strategy to drive uptake of zero emission trucks to meet decarbonisation targets. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]

Arnold Clark Autoparts unveils supplier shortlist

Leading automotive parts distributor Arnold Clark Autoparts has unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious Supplier of the Year award. The awards reflect outstanding efforts during 2022, across several categories including […]

Car crime on the rise

Car thefts have risen by a third in a year but police only investigate about one in four. According to the data gained through a Freedom of Information request (FOI) […]

Tee time for inaugural Ezi Methods Challenge

Leading provider of vehicle repair methods Ezi Methods has launched the inaugural Ezi Methods Golf Challenge, which will take place at the prestigious Old Thorns Golf Club in Hampshire on […]

South Street Motors celebrates Mercedes-Benz approval

Somerset-based South Street Motors ARC has secured Mercedes-Benz approval, becoming the only repairer in the county to be Mercedes-Benz certified. The prestige approval adds to the company’s other manufacturer badges, […]

Williams aims to RAMP up growth among dealerships

The new chief operating officer at repair and maintenance plan provider RAMP is aiming to drive the growth of its warranty products among car dealerships wanting to increase customer satisfaction […]

Gemini sites celebrate BSI success

Two Gemini ARC repair centres have achieved the new vehicle repair standard BS10125:2022. Gemini Macclesfield and Chesterfield became the group’s first locations to go through the full two-date conversion audit […]

Autocraft Telford achieves new BSI repair standard

Shropshire accident repair centre Autocraft Telford has achieved BS10125:2022 accreditation. The standard is the latest British Standard for vehicle body repair and paintwork. Covering all aspects of the repair process, […]

Thatcham Research provides ‘BlueCruise’ clarity

Thatcham Research has provided clarity around the term ‘BlueCruise’, after Ford announced it was launching the first ‘hands-free’ assisted driving system in the UK. Thatcham Research Vehicle Technology Specialist Tom […]

Revive! Belfast named Start-up of the Year

Mobile repairer Revive! Belfast has been recognised as the best start-up business in Northern Ireland by a prestigious awarding body. The firm, which was launched in 2021 as part of […]