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Car market slumps in February

The European new car market fell seven per cent in February, from 1,143,852 units in February 2019 to 1,063,264 last month. This is according to JATO Dynamics data, which also […]

UK MD earns regional promotion

Managing director of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK and Ireland Arnaud Leclerc is being promoted to the position of head of Alfa Romeo, for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Leclerc, who […]

Bodyshops, suppliers exempt from closures

The UK government has today (25 March) added detailed clarification to its guidance on businesses that are exceptions to the coronavirus closure order announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on […]

AGM keeps emergency engineers on the road

AGM Services, the spray booth servicing and maintenance division of Junair Group, has suspended standard services but is still operating its UK-wide team of engineers to cover emergency breakdowns in […]

MOTs extended by six months

Due to the unfolding coronavirus situation, cars and vans and motorcycles due their MOT from 30 March 2020 will have their MOT deadline extended by six months. This will continue […]

Roadmender Asphalt lends support during pandemic

Sheffield-based Roadmender Asphalt is providing asphalt to local councils and utilities so they can continue repairing potholes and utility assets during the coronavirus pandemic. With some asphalt plants now closing […]

ECP open for business

Euro Car Parts has confirmed that its branches remain open and deliveries will continue. Given the critical support they provide to keep key workers moving, garages and bodyshops are exempt […]

Loyalty rewarded at RHCV

East Midlands-based Renault Trucks Dealer, RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) has rewarded 11 of its employees for achieving an impressive 270 years of service combined. The Long Service Awards is a […]

Mazda adjusts global production schedules

Mazda is adjusting production at its global facilities due to the difficulties in procuring parts, the plummeting sales in overseas markets, and the uncertainty of future sales. It is suspending […]

BVRLA to focus on key customers

The BVRLA is prioritising key workers and key services to keep Britain moving during the coronavirus. The UK vehicle rental industry is already an integral part of the supply chain […]

Further support offered to key workers

BuyaCar.co.uk has responded to the coronavirus by offering free delivery and free two-year warranties for Britain’s key workers. The move comes as scores of major dealerships temporarily close their doors […]

Morelli adapts to keep supply chain moving  

Morelli Group has announced that in response to Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s coronavirus address on 24 March and “for the safety of customers and staff”, it will reduce its workforce […]