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Automotive apprentice numbers in the UK have risen by 33% with new starters up 28% last year, according to a major new survey carried out by the SMMT. It found […]

New research from the RAC has revealed that the problem of headlight glare has got worse in the last 12 months. It found that 63% of drivers admit they are […]

RAC Warranty has said that high vehicle repair bills and an older car parc are driving up motor claims costs. It reported its highest claim last year was £22,954 for […]

iRG Repair Group is marking National Apprenticeship Week by shining a spotlight on three apprentices due to qualify this summer. Third year apprentices Callum Roberts, who works in the Merthyr […]

The used car market has made a strong start to 2026, according to data from Percayso Vehicle Intelligence. Following a dip in December, January has seen average retail advertised prices […]

Used LCV values rose to an average price of £8,569 at BCA last month, the highest point recorded since March 2024. This represents an increase of 6.7% on December and […]

Automotive skills charity AutoRaise has launched the AutoYouth Alliance to help apprentices and young technicians shape the industry. Launched to mark National Apprenticeship Week, the AutoYouth Alliance brings together apprentices, […]

Apprenticeship Central will showcase the benefits of automotive apprenticeships during a live session on LinkedIn this week. It is partnering with Michael Massey and the Institute of the Motor Industry […]

New analysis by The AA has revealed that many of the UK’s smart motorways have increased congestion and are losing money. Based on data revealed in a National Highways report, […]

GSF Car Parts has opened a new branch in the East Anglian town of Bury St Edmunds. This is the second branch to be opened in 2026, with nine additional sites scheduled to open between now and May. A […]

Average used car values rose sharply at BCA in January, increasing by 5.8% or £415 month-on-month to £7,630. This was the highest average price recorded since October last year. More […]

A new survey has found that 62% of automotive workshops are in favour of a higher MOT price cap. The government is reviewing the current MOT price cap of £54.84, […]