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MIB launches ‘Gone in Seconds’ campaign

The Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) has launched their new ‘Gone in Seconds’ campaign to help tackle the issue of uninsured driving. A recent survey by the MIB has found that […]

Westbury site receives VWG approval

MG Cannon Westbury has officially received sign-off having achieved paint and body VW Group approval. Ashley Ruddle, bodyshop manager at MG Cannon Westbury officially received sign off from Mark Sherratt, […]

Kalanick steps down from Uber

Uber boss Travis Kalanick has resigned as CEO after pressure shareholders. Five major investors wrote to Mr Kalanick saying that he must leave Uber immediately and that the company needed a […]

Kresfelder takes Fix role

Graham Kresfelder has been appointed to the role of global strategic developer by Fix Auto World. Having worked in the collision repair industry in seven countries, namely the UK, Poland […]

SMMT calls for security

The SMMT has called for government to secure a transitional Brexit deal to protect the future of the UK car industry. The SMMT believes Britain is highly unlikely to reach […]

MotorEasy joins Ombudsman

The Motor Ombudsman has welcomed MotorEasy to its Vehicle Warranty Products Code of Practice. MotorEasy is the 12th business to gain accreditation to the CTSI-approved Code which launched in 2009 […]

Record results for automotive industry

The UK automotive industry set a host of new records in 2016 in terms of productivity, economic contribution and environmental impact. This is according to new figures released today by […]

400 up for Peugeot

Millbrook Healthcare has received 27 new Peugeot vans, marking the 400th Peugeot to join the company’s fleet. The 27 new vans are mostly Boxer 435 models, with the addition of […]

Thatcham partners with BSG

Thatcham Research has agreed a new strategic partnership with Business Success Global (BSG) to support development and leadership skills for the bodyshop industry. The new Leadership & Management Foundation Programme […]

Aviva making autonomous plans

Aviva is talking to manufacturers in an effort to secure its place in the industry when autonomous cars become mainstream. A report in The Telegraph quoted Aviva’s international insurance chief, […]

Apple’s ‘DND’ a good start

Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has welcomed the announcement by software giant Apple that its next iPhone software update will feature a ‘do not disturb while driving’ […]

Home comforts for UK manufacturers

Cars manufactured in Britain are becoming more British, according to a new Automotive Council study released today. The report, Growing the Automotive Supply Chain – Local Vehicle Content Analysis, shows that […]