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Road safety concerns rise as lockdown eases

New research has found that thousands of motorists could be at risk as they emerge from lockdown in cars that are not roadworthy. A survey commissioned by the Institute of […]

Council enhances its green credentials

Leeds City Council has taken delivery of 122 electric vans as part of its bid to encourage the uptake of electric vehicles in the area while becoming carbon neutral itself. […]

IAAF launches virtual platform for members

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has launched a virtual platform enabling members to keep up to date with industry insights, trends and opportunities, while also inviting them to attend […]

Fuel efficiency figures ‘misleading’

Research has found that new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars could be almost 5.5% less efficient than their official fuel consumption figures suggest. What Car? tested 56 new petrol, diesel […]

New safety app for emergency services

Euro NCAP has introduced a mobile app for first responders in Europe as it seeks to improve post-crash safety. The app – called Euro Rescue – includes key information about […]

Euro Car Parts is rebranded

Euro Car Parts and Andrew Page businesses are rebranding as LKQ Euro Car Parts. All branches will move under the new LKQ Euro Car Parts banner as part of a […]

Autoglass launches new Reading site

Autoglass has opened a new centre in Reading. Located within the Makro car park, it replaces a bricks and mortar site located outside of the city centre. The launch comes […]

Goodwood Festival and Revival postponed

Goodwood has confirmed that The Festival of Speed and the Goodwood Revival in September will not take place this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. All tickets remain valid for […]

All VW plants back in business

All 16 plants of the Volkswagen brand have now returned to production. The Puebla plant in Mexico was the last to resume operations after 11 weeks. Production was suspended for […]

Blue Diamond sets apprenticeship tone

Riley specialist Blue Diamond has bucked the industry trend by recruiting two new apprentice mechanics. The specialist workshop for vintage and pre-war vintage Rileys is a long-term supporter of both […]

CAPS report shows further increase in claims

The latest collision repair industry analysis report from CAPS, for the week ending 12 June, shows that unique claims have edged up by a further 4% from the previous week’s […]

VWCV launches van incentives

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has introduced a range of offers on its used van range. Available until 21 June, the offers include discounts on the list price, a deposit contribution of […]