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Commuters ditch rail for road

Rail strikes could see thousands of people make a long-term switch to cars. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker found that 78% of those questioned said they would use their cars […]

Halfords launches driver safety initiative

Halfords has launched a major driver safety initiative to improve driver behaviour. Introduced with the support of Webfleet connected fleet management technology, the solution is being installed across the Halfords […]

Ford announces UK job cuts

Ford has announced that it will cut 1,300 jobs in the UK over the next two years. The job losses are part of a wider European restructure that will see […]

BCA and West Way Nissan extend partnership

BCA and West Way Nissan have announced a renewed 12-month remarketing agreement offering up to 100 vehicles a week. West Way vehicles are sold online via BCA Online and the […]

Online sales drive drivvn growth

Automotive e-commerce company drivvn has reported a 21% increase in sales during 2022 and now expects to break the £1bn barrier this year. Sales rose from £588m in 2021 to […]

Carlac announces new DCR distribution partnership

Coatings distributor Carlac has announced an exclusive partnership with alloy wheel diamond cutting specialists Diamond Cut Refinishing (DCR). This follows a successful customer showcases in Leeds, when customers were invited […]

CarComm Coachworks announces AutoRaise partnership

CarComm Coachworks has underlined its commitment to apprenticeships by being recognised as an affiliated repairer for automotive charity AutoRaise. AutoRaise was set up to tackle the skills gap in the […]

Experts call for EV update to driving tests

EV experts are urging the DVLA to encourage more UK learner drivers to take lessons and tests in electric cars. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, EV […]

Drivers warned against dashcam distraction

Drivers have been warned against placing their dashcams in a position which could be a serious traffic offence. The Highway Code states that dashcams must not block any view of […]

EVs rise in falling market

More used electric vehicles were sold last year than ever before, but they still made up just 4.1% of the overall market. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]

Sterimax seeks UK supply partner

Global supplier of disposable PPE Sterimax has announced it is looking for a UK distribution partner. Sterimax’s PPE range for the automotive industry includes Nitrile gloves specifically designed for mechanics […]

New car buyers driven in droves to used market

New research has found that the cost-of-living crisis is having a significant impact on new car buyers, with many switching to the used vehicle market or not replacing their existing […]