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PSA Group implicated in diesel scandal

It’s been reported that the PSA Group used suspect software to cheat emissions tests in nearly two millions vehicles. Le Monde reported that investigators had obtained an internal PSA document […]

VW selling off non-critical assets

Volkswagen is working on deals to sell non-core assets accounting for as much as 20% of the German carmaker’s annual revenues. The Wall Street Journal has reported that VW has […]

Drivers overpaying £800m in renewals

Drivers are being charged up to £800m too much on their car insurance renewal according to the findings of a new study by GoCompare Car Insurance. The research reveals that, […]

Veolia recognises apprentice talent

Veolia has recognised the vital role apprenticeships play in its business by hosting its third consecutive National Apprentice of the Year Awards ceremony at the House of Commons. With approximately […]

Activate Group up and running

A new group of companies has launched to bring together skilled service providers for a nationwide customer base of clients in the vehicle fleet management and motor insurance sector. Activate […]

Industry trust at all-time low

New research reveals that car mechanics have overtaken estate agents as the least trusted trade in the UK. According to the new survey from Warrantywise, customers dislike dealing with car […]

Audatex software upgrade imminent

Audatex is upgrading its repair cost calculation software this weekend. Customers do not need to do anything, and the upgrade will be in place in time for the start of […]

IoT wasted on many companies

A new Internet of Things (IoT) research study from Inmarsat has found that many companies lack the skills to make the most of it. It found that while global transport […]

Government waters down Discount Rate change

UK insurers are claiming victory after the government agreed to revise its adjustment to the Odgen Rate. In March it said it would adjust the Ogden Rate from 2.5 per […]

New JLR models to be electric from 2020

Jaguar Land Rover have announced plans to only produce new models that are fully electric or hybrid from 2020. Following in the footsteps of Volvo, who in the last couple […]

ACIS joins forces with Coachfinish NI

ACIS, a leading distributor to the automotive refinishing industry, has joined forces with Coachfinish NI to enhance its distribution offering to Northern Ireland. Located in Belfast, Coachfinish NI is a […]

AkzoNobel and Admiral renew partnership

AkzoNobel’s Vehicle Refinishes business has retained its longstanding partnership with Admiral. This follows a formal tender process and extends the relationship that started in early 2007 by another five years. […]