VW names new fleet boss
Martin Barrow-Starkey will become head of group fleet services at Volkswagen Group UK, taking over from Patrick McGillycuddy who moves to a senior role within the Volkswagen passenger cars brand […]
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Tony leads EV charge
Leading automotive industry R&D expert, Tony Harper, is to take up a new role heading up the UK government’s multi-million research and innovation fund into electric vehicle battery development. Tony […]
IFB announces contract with Mohawk
The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has formally contracted in the UK with Mohawk Security, which offers an innovative solution focused on validation, recovery of assets and the exposure of fraud. […]
UK shivers in cold snap
Drivers have been warned to expect hazardous driving conditions with snow and ice expected in most parts of the UK throughout the week. Many areas are already affected, with the […]
Having a ball in Telford
Following on from the success of its 2016 and 2017 Charity Balls, Audatex has announced a bigger venue for 2018. The 2018 ball will take place on 21 April at […]
Car market declines in January
The UK new car market declined in the first month of the year, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). A total of 163,615 cars […]
Covea announces new apprenticeship lead
Covéa Insurance has appointed Aaron Jeffries to the newly created role of apprenticeship levy lead. Aaron will be responsible for maximising the value of the apprentice levy to develop tangible […]
Apollo takes the VW cup
Apollo Prestige Ltd based in Chichester has lifted the inaugural Volkswagen Group (VWG) PBN Sports Challenge Cup. The VWG UK Paint and Body division’s network incentive competition, built around a […]
NBRA highlights late payment impact
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has written to new small business commissioner, Paul Uppal, to bring to his attention the impact that late payment culture is having on the […]
All Hans on deck
Hans Pehrson has been appointed head of research and development and electric propulsion strategy at Polestar. Hans has worked for over 30 years within the automotive industry, including positions such […]
‘There is room for improvement’
The automotive industry would benefit by strengthening relationships with its influential female customers through the content it shares on mobiles, according to research by CitNOW. Analysis of 2,000 consumers found […]
IMI launches new channel
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has launched a new video channel – IMI Channel 1 – which will feature a new programme each week, plus discussions, vlogs and […]
