Rush-hour reaches pre-pandemic levels
New data has revealed that the morning rush hour is back at pre-lockdown levels. Telematics data from RAC Insurance drivers revealed that weekday car traffic between 8am and 9am from […]
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Finance firms must ensure third party compliance
Motor finance companies have been warned to work with vehicle retailers and technology providers to ensure their products are sold in line with new FCA regulations. Online motor retail specialist […]
Petrol and diesel ban mooted for 2030
It’s been reported the government will bring forward its ban on the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles to 2030. The government initially planned to introduce the ban […]
Speeding ‘acceptable’ to many drivers
IAM RoadSmart has renewed its call for speeding to become as socially unacceptable as drink and drug driving after new analysis found that many drivers think speeding on motorways and […]
Groupe PSA adopts Audatex solution
Groupe PSA has introduced Audatex new Bodyshop Image Capture technology to its accident repair programme for Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroën and DS Automobiles in the UK. The solution allows technicians to […]
BCA values and volumes rise
Average values and volumes for used light commercial vehicles improved at BCA in August. Average LCV values at BCA rose from £7,698 in July to £7,709 in August, averaging nearly […]
IBIS partner in the spotlight: CARSTAR
The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) is shining the spotlight on its highly valued partner, CARSTAR. Under the leadership of Michael Macaluso, EVP and group president of Driven Brands Paint, […]
Van demand exceeding supply
The used van market is continuing to flourish in September, with auction houses reporting ‘robust’ demand exceeding supply. According to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA), used van values […]
PRA calls for business rates relief extension
The Petrol Retailers Association has urged the government to extend the 100% business rates relief for filling stations beyond next April. It is also calling for a tapered reduction to […]
IAAF broadens membership
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has independent motor factor, ASAP Auto Spares and Parts, to its membership. ASAP has branches in nine locations throughout the UK, which were previously […]
Business events boosted by launch of Safe2Attend
The events landscape has seen a positive step forward in the “new normal”, with the launch of Safe2Attend. The founding vision of Safe2Attend is that all event and conference attendees feel […]
NFDA survey shows positive trends
Half of dealers reported an increase in used car sales in the second week of September. According to the post-lockdown automotive retail survey published by the National Franchised Dealers Association […]
