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Wet belt engine training unveiled by GTG

Glasgow Training Group has launched a new training programme focused on wet belt engine technology. The course has been introduced with the support of Arnold Clark Autoparts and three Ivor […]

IMI CEO Nick Connor

IMI TechSafe vital for consumer confidence in ADAS

The Institute of the Motor Industry is urging the government to embed IMI TechSafe accreditation into its Statement of Safety Principles for automated vehicles. It argues that clear professional standards […]

BMG Verified unveiled to build trust in repairers

BookMyGarage has launched a new verification scheme BMG Verified to help repairers build consumer trust and generate higher revenues. BookMyGarage is a comparison site for MOT, servicing and repairs, allowing […]

Kinetic’25 hailed a huge triumph

Delegates are being invited to share feedback on Kinetic’25, which took place at the Telford International Centre from 3-4 September. Organised by Vizion and hosted by Quentin Willson and Chris […]

Only 2% would pass driving theory test today.

Automatic driving tests to become the norm

The AA Driving School is predicting that automatic driving tests will become the norm, with a third of all driving tests taken in an automatic car in 2026/27. This comes […]

Motor insurance prices continue downward trend

Motor insurance prices fell again in August to continue a downward trend seen throughout the year. According to the latest General Insurance Price Index from Pearson Ham Group, average top-five […]

Feedback for consultation on driverless vehicles wanted

Fleets are being invited to contribute to a government consultation on driverless vehicles used in passenger-carrying services. The consultation is inviting industry stakeholders to share their views on safety concerns […]

Venson Automotive Solutions

Electric Car Grant still dividing opinions

Almost half of dealers believe the Electric Car Grant is a ‘useful boost’, but nearly the same number believe charging infrastructure remains the key issue. The government introduced the new […]

Chinese car brands step up UK focus

Five Chinese car brands accounted for more than 10% of all new car leads to dealerships in August. According to the latest data released by Auto Trader, the largest five […]