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UK car production rose 13.1% in February, up to 69,707 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Factories made an additional 8,050 cars, with volumes buoyed […]

Independent cosmetic repairer Smart Repairs has announced an increase in turnover of 23% in the first quarter of this year. The Leeds company saw its turnover grow to £2.1m between […]

Kinross-based Tyrefair is enhancing its digital connectivity options by integrating CAM’s Fitter-Force into its business. Fitter-Force digitally connects the business with the four major tyre manufacturers participating on the network, […]

British EV charging and smart energy technology business Indra has reported that perceived running and purchase costs are slowing the uptake of EVs. A survey of over 2,000 UK drivers […]

SsangYong Motor UK has been awarded silver accreditation by Investors in People. Working closely with SsangYong Motor UK, Investors in People has recognised the company’s success as a high-achiever and […]

A new website dedicated to an e-jobsheet all-purpose tire service app, powered by the management platform TiDaeXÔ, is now live. The solution highlights three of the four major tyre manufacturers […]

A Freedom of Information request to The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) by Claims Management & Adjusting (CMA) has revealed the total number of vehicle thefts in the UK […]

Copart recently attended a collaborative networking event with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss skills and training challenges, and explore potential solutions. The ‘Skills and Training: the Employers Voice’ event was held […]

All-electric commercial vehicle manufacture Volta Trucks has announced that the European Investment Bank (EIB) is supporting the company with €40m venture debt financing. The funding from the EIB would support […]

According to DVSA statistics 487,505 Driver Qualification Cards issued in 2019 are set to expire before the end of 2024. Between them, these drivers who have to renew their card […]

Automechanika Birmingham 2023 will introduce brand-new training hubs to support suppliers, repairers, technicians, and specialists with key learnings, insights into trends, technical information, practical sessions and the latest advice and […]

Bodyshop is delighted to announce that British racing driver Nicolas Hamilton will be the guest speaker at the Bodyshop Magazine Summer Launch Party in association with Automechanika Birmingham 2023. Hamilton […]