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Ben encourages personal MOT test

Ben is marking Men’s Health Week by encouraging everyone in the sector, not just men, to take a personal physical and mental MOT test. It has prepared a quick and […]

Solera unveils latest FNOL solution

Solera has launched a new solution it believes will enable claims handlers to improve the speed and accuracy of triage decisions following the first notice of loss. Qapter Intelligent Triage […]

Government switches EV investments

The government’s decision to close the plug-in car grant scheme for new orders has received a mixed response from the industry. While it is expected to have a negative impact […]

Research reveals shift in AI attitudes

Solera Holdings has unveiled its consumer research whitepaper which reveals the changing attitudes towards digitalisation and automation in the repair journey, and what that might mean for suppliers. The whitepaper […]

Audatex announces paint material tables update

Audatex has announced that its paint material tables are being updated on Friday, 17 June. This follows its recent update regarding paint manufacturer price changes. Audatex said that the impact […]

Skills shortage exacerbated by pandemic

A new survey has found that over 80% of automotive bosses have admitted that they have found it increasingly difficult to recruit skilled staff since the pandemic, with 90% reporting […]

Fuel prices driving EV uptake

An online Opinion Matters poll commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has found than 48% of UK car owners are considering a switch to electric a fuel prices continue to rise. […]

Repairify secures ISO 9001 standard

Repairify UK has been awarded the ISO 9001 quality management standard, consolidating its position following Red EU’s award earlier this year. This latest recognition reinforces Repairify’s continued investment to accelerate […]

Advantage names new commercial director

Advantage Parts Solutions has announced the appointment of Mark Willis as UK commercial director. Willis will work closely with the UK’s senior leadership team, including non-executive director David Shepherd, managing […]

Inaugural UKGBE event hailed a triumph

The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event presented by Automechanika Birmingham has received widespread praise from the automotive aftermarket community, achieving a staggering 3,538 business owners over two days. The event, […]

‘Charge anxiety’ dampens EV uptake

Range anxiety has been replacing by charging anxiety among potential EV drivers. This is according to the Volkswagen Financial Services UK data insights team. It found that the creation of […]

Vehicle thefts double reported figure

Vehicle theft in England and Wales in 2021 was more than double that had been reported. This is according to data revealed in a Freedom of Information Act request to […]