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A change for the better

Many of the key players in the insurance industry met at The Ricoh Arena today for the eighth I Love Claims Motor Claims Conference, when the marriage of human interaction […]

AA criticised over data issue

The BBC reports that the AA has been criticised over the way it has handled a data breach involving 13 gigabytes of data. The data cache was viewable online for […]

Tesla gets a boost

Tesla founder Elon Musk has said its new Model 3 car will be ready two weeks ahead of schedule, boosting the value of its shares. A tweet from Musk on […]

Bodyshop Solutions appoints key man

Bodyshop Solutions Ltd has appointed Tony Mottram as its UK key accounts manager. Tony is vastly experienced, having been involved in the bodyshop industry for over 40 years, primarily in […]

Fleetline scouts future talent

Fleetline Coachworks is hosting an AutoRaise Industry Showcase Event at its high-tech repair facility in Croydon on Wednesday 12 July from 5:30-9:30pm. The open evening will see Fleetline’s team involved […]

On-car tech catches thief

A stolen Vauxhall has been reunited with its owner thanks to Vauxhall OnStar, the personal connectivity and service assistant that includes stolen vehicle assistance. Having parked up outside his workplace […]

Potential EV buyers exercise caution

According to Venson Automotive Solutions research, the lack of charging points in the UK is the biggest deterrent for motorists considering buying an electric vehicle (EV), with limited battery range […]

Swansway supports new Audi A8

Swansway Accident Repair Centre has added the new Audi A8 to its list of repair specialisms. Due out later this year, the new Audi A8 has a rear panel made […]

AkzoNobel makes double acquisition

AkzoNobel has made a double acquisition to strengthen its Performance Coatings division. The move includes the acquisition of UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Ltd and an agreement to acquire French manufacturer Disa […]

MSE transport apprenticeship scheme introduced

The RHA and Close Brothers Asset Finance have joined forces to launch a programme to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) secure the skills they need for future growth by […]

Mirka and Cafro join forces

Mirka Ltd has acquired 100% of the shares of Italian superabrasive wheels and tools manufacturer Cafro S.p.A. Mirka is part of the Finnish family owned KWH Group and offers a […]

Fleet on the move

ŠKODA has announced two senior appointments to continue the growth of True Fleet. Matt Hattersley has been appointed as national fleet sales manager and James Watson as regional contract and […]