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Drivers swayed by short-term benefits

Almost a third of British motorists are more reluctant to replace their existing car by committing to a long-term lease than they were 12 months ago. Research by mobility provider […]

Venson celebrates first insurance apprenticeship

Fleet management company Venson Automotive Solutions has announced the successful graduation of its first Insurance Practitioner apprentice. Corey Jacques, a member of its accident management team, gained a CII Level […]

Fernihough named SMMT Industry Forum CEO

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has appointed Ashley Fernihough as the new chief executive officer of its Industry Forum. Taking over from Richard Sadler, Fernihough has amassed […]

Chorley Group invests in iStoreDOCS

The Chorley Group has invested in new technology to improve the customer experience and enhance data security. The multi-franchise dealer, which operates nine sites across the North West, has teamed […]

LCV registrations return to growth

UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations grew to 22,098 units in January, a year-on-year increase of 25.8%. This is according to the latest figures published by the Society of […]

Registrations open for Automechanika Birmingham

Registrations are now open for Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition. Bodyshop professionals wishing to attend can claim a free ticket, free parking, plus coffee and a bacon […]

Mackins celebrates PAS 2060 accreditation

Mackins Accident Repair Centres has achieved PAS 2060 certification across its entire group. It achieved this status after collaborating with energy and carbon specialists ECA, which calculated the carbon footprint […]

TruckEast begins search for apprentices

TruckEast has begun its search for its next intake of HGV apprentice technicians, with 13 apprenticeships on offer as part of its September 2023 programme. Apprentices, who will receive a […]

ARC Support Services unveils new VDA course

ARC Support Services has introduced a new online course aimed at VDAs interested in developing their skills. The Definitive Introduction to Assessing Damaged Vehicles is a 10-part course that will […]

Repairify strengthens sales team

Repairify is bolstering its technical sales expertise with two new appointments to enhance its nationwide customer service and support. Daren Nichol has been promoted internally to technical sales executive for […]

EVs drive new car market growth

The UK new car market grew for the sixth month in a row in January, with 131,994 units representing the best start to the year since Covid-19 struck. According to […]

Kia UK announced new apprenticeship focus

Kia UK has formed a new partnership with apprenticeship specialist Skillnet as it plans to relaunch its own apprenticeship programme later this year. Kia first launched its blending learning apprenticeship […]