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CAPS set for GDPR challenge

CAPS has introduced a series of roadshows to assist its partners within the automotive supply chain to prepare for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The three, single day events […]

Snowstorms to cost insurers £35m

The AA claims that six days of snow and ice has left car insurers staring at a collective bill of £35m, according to its estimates. As the Beast from the […]

Aviva goes from ‘strength-to-strength’

Aviva has delivered growth in profits, in dividends, in capital and in cash during 2017 its annual results highlight. In the UK, general insurance made continued progress in 2017, increasing […]

Motor claims reach record high

Figures published by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) highlight that the average cost of a motor insurance claim has risen to the highest level on record. ABI’s latest motor […]

30 Under 30 search is on

After the extremely successful launch of 30 Under 30 in 2017, bodyshop magazine is now on the lookout for the class of 2018. Celebrating 30 individuals under the age of […]

Morelli takes on GDPR

Morelli has developed its own General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) solution incorporating a range of documentation to support bodyshops in meeting the new legislation’s requirements. Morelli believes GDPR, which comes […]

BMW breaks new ground

The BMW Group has once again demonstrated its ability to generate sustained profitability in 2017, posting its eighth successive record year. Despite a significant increase in upfront expenditure for future […]

CCE in courtesy trailer first

Commercial Contract Engineers (CCE) has become one of the first Schmitz Cargobull Service Partners to offer a courtesy trailer to customers to minimise downtime. The Rochdale-based car and commercial vehicle […]

Bodytechnics gets Lamborghini approval

HR Owen’s bodywork repairer and paint specialist Bodytechnics has been granted official brand accreditation for services from Lamborghini. Bodytechnics specialises in repair work on prestige vehicles, with Lamborghini accounting for […]

Jaguar named SME Company Car of the Year

The Jaguar XF saloon was named SME Company Car of the Year at the SME Company Car of the Year Awards. Run by Business Car Manager, the awards are supported […]

AkzoNobel ‘on track’

AkzoNobel has published its results for 2017 stating it is ‘on track to create two focused, high performing businesses’. The business announced that the separation of Specialty Chemicals is on […]

Automechanika Birmingham on garage hunt

Automechanika Birmingham is calling on independent garages across the UK to enter its ‘Garage of the Year’ award. The competition is open to all garages across the UK, with entrants […]