Car buyers value substance over style
Substance over style is winning over car buyers with reliability, durability and value for money identified as the key considerations for consumers. According to a survey of 1,000 motorists carried […]
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AkzoNobel unveils ‘Rhythm of Blues’ as its 2026 Colour OTY
AkzoNobel has unveiled its 2026 Colour of the Year which is called “Rhythm of Blues”. Based on insights from AkzoNobel’s Global Aesthetic Centre and its extensive annual trend forecast, and […]
ACG strengthens leadership structure with key appointments
ACG has announced the appointment of Paula Levens as head of operations and Steve Armstrong as head of finance, two pivotal roles that will support the company’s next phase of […]
Car buyers value trust most, RAC survey finds
Trust has become more important to car buyers in the last 12 months and is now the number one consideration when selecting a new vehicle. According to research commissioned by […]
Chery on top with first quarter sales
Chinese car manufacturer Chery has announced it sold nearly 4,000 units in its first three months in the UK. It formally launched in the UK on 28 August and has […]
Enterprise loyalty programme adds value to bodyshop partners
Bodyshops on the Enterprise Rent-A-Car repair network are now eligible for reward points through an exclusive Enterprise loyalty programme in partnership with LKQ. The programme allows repairers to redeem loyalty […]
Brian Kerrison funeral arrangements announced
Following last week’s sad news of the sudden passing of Brian Kerrison, co-owner of Fix Auto Manchester East, his family have shared details of his funeral arrangements. A church service […]
Van insurance premiums down a quarter in 18 months
Van insurance premiums are 19% lower than they were this time last year and 26% below average prices recorded in the summer of 2024. This is according to Pearson Ham […]
Smart repair demand drives Revive! Crewe expansion
Revive! Crewe is planning expansion into new territories just 18 months after setting up as smart repair demand increases. Franchisee Ethan Rozario launched the company in the summer of 2023. […]
One driver caught speeding at 112mph every six hours
More than three million drivers in the UK have been caught speeding in the last 12 months, with 1,500 motorists breaching 112mph. According to a new study carried out by […]
IFB warns of identity theft scam targeting drivers
Fake delivery driver jobs are being advertised this Christmas as part of a new identity theft scam. The Insurance Fraud Bureau has warned that fraudsters are advertising fake jobs and […]
Motor insurance taskforce report a ‘fudge’
A motor insurance taskforce set up a year ago to address steep claims costs and rising premiums has published its final report. The cross-governmental taskforce, which engaged with insurers, industry […]