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Part Alliance to continue deliveries

The Parts Alliance has confirmed that its branch network will continue to offer trade deliveries, adding that there are no significant shortages of products emerging within the supply chain. Neil […]

SYNETIQ is of ‘paramount importance to us’

SYNETIQ has reported a record number of vehicle uplifts from the police this week. It received more than 500 vehicles in just two days as the police, like other sectors, […]

Low exports hits CV production

UK commercial vehicle production declined 13.6% in February, with 7,980 vans, trucks and buses manufactured, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The […]

IGA urges a government MOT rethink

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has warned the government’s decision to extend MOTs for six months could have dire consequences for independent garages. It said that more than 80% of […]

Kia announces UK coronavirus measures

Kia has announced that while all its 196 showrooms in the UK have closed, about 40% of workshops are still operating an essential-only service. This temporary arrangement has been made […]

ACIS delivers reassuring message to bodyshops

ACIS has delivered a business-as-usual message to its bodyshop customers. CEO Graham O’Neill said ACIS’s shareholder member network has increased stock levels and vital supply chains are continuing to operate […]

Ageas takes lead on AI for assessments, estimates

Ageas has become “the first UK insurer” to employ artificial intelligence to create end-to-end assessments and estimates of vehicle damage”, it was announced today. Ageas is using an AI solution […]

MG Cannon closes all sites

MG Cannon has announced that all sites, including its Magic sites, have been temporarily closed to ensure compliance with the latest guidance and instruction from the government. In a statement […]

Goodwood Festival of Speed postponed

Goodwood has postponed the Festival of Speed in line with advice received from the UK government and the Public Health England. Originally scheduled to take place 9-12 July, Goodwood is […]

IBIS Global Summit 2020 announces new dates

The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium has moved its flagship event – the IBIS Global Summit 2020 – to new dates later in the year to cope with international travel restrictions […]

MG Motor keeps NHS moving

MG Motor UK is supplying up to 100 fully-electric MG ZS EVs to NHS agencies, free of charge and for six months, to support them during the coronavirus crisis. The […]

Vizion reacts to support repairers during crisis

Vizion Network has announced a range of measures to help repairers remain operational during the coronavirus pandemic, including parts discounts and quicker payments. It has recognised that government restrictions announced […]