London mayor pledges 50,000 new charge points
London will receive upwards of 50,000 more electric charge points between now and 2025 after mayor Sadiq Khan called for an ‘electric revolution’. The number of electric vehicles in the […]
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Covéa launches ‘all risk’ option for SMEs
Covéa Insurance has launched the e-Trade Commercial Combined product, an ‘all risks’ solution for SMEs. A motor option is due to follow shortly. It’s designed to meet the changing needs […]
Dealer-popularity soaring among customers
Car-buyers are more inclined to visit dealerships than ever according to a study which suggests car retailers will continue to play a vital role as the sector evolves. More than […]
UK consortium to push EV boundaries
A new consortium has been established to develop breakthrough technology for electric vehicle powertrains, underling the UK’s pace-setting position in this industry. GKN Automotive, Drive System Design and the University […]
Government falling behind on emissions pledge
The government is failing to support the uptake of electric vehicles and needs to address issues surrounding taxation, infrastructure and supply if it hopes to meet its ‘net zero’ emissions […]
New co-operation between Automechanika and IBIS
The IBIS (International Bodyshop Industry Symposium) global conferencing platform and the international Automechanika trade fair brand are coordinating their schedules: the upcoming Automechanika fairs in Shanghai and Frankfurt will each […]
Auto Windscreens drives training agenda
Auto Windscreens is improving its technicians’ on-road practices with the introduction of a new in-house driver training programme. The company’s regional training officers are equipped with the knowledge to […]
Tom Hadfield joins Audatex
Audatex has named Tom Hadfield as implementation manager for its end-to-end bodyshop management system (BMS), PlanManager. Tom will be focusing on user training, providing documentation and consultative support. This will […]
Congestion on the rise
Congestion is on the rise around the world, according to new data published by TomTom. Its report detailed the traffic situation in 403 cities in 56 countries around the world. […]
Downturn in deliveries slows in May
Volkswagen Group has reported a 3.6% fall in deliveries in May 2019 compared to the same month last year. However, it’s a sign of the times that it qualifies this […]
Government grey fleet driving under the radar
The BVRLA has warned the government that its target of a zero-emission car fleet by 2030 will have little impact unless it also addresses its grey fleet – personal cars […]
Data positive from Automechanika Birmingham
Automechanika Birmingham underlined the critical role data is playing in the automotive aftermarket, with data management companies reporting huge interest in their services. TecAlliance was one such company, claiming that […]