FTA celebrates ‘best of the best’
The UK’s best-of-the-best van operators and drivers have been recognised at FTA’s 2019 Van Excellence Honours Lunch. The awards took place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Birmingham, celebrate the […]
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Groupe Renault UK names new brand head
Stephen Whitcombe has been appointed head of brand for Pro+ Commercial vehicles for Groupe Renault UK. Whitcombe said: “I’m delighted to become head of brand at such an exciting time […]
EMaC broadens warranty range
EMaC has introduced a new warranty range which it claims simplifies vehicle ownership and could help dealerships maximise customer retention. The new range includes ‘EMaC Lifetime Warranty’ which combines the […]
Van hero recognised by FTA
A van driver who saved a motorist trapped in a burning car after a high-speed crash in Huddersfield has been recognised with a national award at FTA’s 2019 Van Excellence […]
Gas test results more than just hot air
The impressive results of a UK research project to assess the viability of biomethane in heavy goods vehicles have been revealed. The Dedicated to Gas project deployed 20 Euro VI […]
DVSA wins first false emissions case
Victory in a new legal action by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has highlighted the risks of supplying and fitting illegal emissions control parts to the aftermarket. The […]
Dealerships must offer best of both worlds
New research has identified the type of dealership model that could dominate used car retail. According to Startline Motor Finance, the “clicks and mortar” dealership model will be the way […]
Copart collects prestigious finance award
Online vehicle remarketing company Copart UK has won the Senior Finance Leader of the Year Award at the 2019 Robert Walters Finance Awards. The Awards promote the outstanding achievements of […]
Industry gathers for SMMT forum
More than 200 members of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) are meeting in Luton today to discuss the state of the industry and opportunities for future growth. […]
Young drivers hit by hidden costs
A new report has found young drivers are paying hidden fees of about £60 per insurance policy on price comparison websites. This is on top of already paying 149% more […]
PPG names new technical manager
PPG Refinish UK & Ireland( PPG) has appointed Mark Essex as technical manager UK & Ireland. He will be responsible for the PPG Refinish UK & Ireland’s technical team with […]
Garages turn to flexible financing
A leading financial provider to small and medium sized companies has revealed that MOT garages are among the top 10 business categories taking up merchant cash advances to expand. According […]