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Driverless car acceptance on rise

Thirty nine percent of UK transport users would consider using a driverless car according to new study. New research conducted by the Transport Systems Catapult, shows that 39% of people […]

Nissan leading electric taxi revolution

Nissan is leading the electric revolution with more than 550 electric taxis now on the road in Europe. During 2015 alone, over 100 electric vehicles were delivered to taxi companies […]

VW rolls out 3D glassses

At Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant, the roll-out of 3D smart glasses as standard equipment has now started following a three-month pilot phase. Plant logistics personnel are to use the 3D glasses […]

IAM launches winter safety campaign

The IAM has launched its #wheelsinwinter campaign to support motorists in driving safely this winter. As part of the #wheelsinwinter campaign, the IAM will introduce a new animated video featuring […]

Under construction – Engineering

We speak with those in the know about vehicle construction and the challenges that advanced, lightweight, multi-material usage poses for repair technicians. The technology and materials involved in vehicle construction […]

Tomorrow’s world – ITAS

ITAS, specialists in bodyshop training, software and auditing, has opened the doors of its new Training Academy in Milton Keynes. Set across two floors, the 33,000sqft training centre has been […]

Flying solo – Autofix 2000

bodyshop magazines Padraig Mallett visited Autofix 2000 Ltd, in Bourne, Lincolnshire, to discuss the industry, historic race cars and the movie Rush. Autofix 2000 is run by managing directors, Mark […]

Drivers warned of wintry conditions

Motorists are being warned to expect the first wintry weather conditions of the season, with snow and gale-force winds making driving hazardous. The Met Office say a cold snap of […]

VW reduce level of capex

The Volkswagen Group is aligning investment activity in its Automotive Division with the current situation. The aim is for planned investments in property, plant and equipment, investment property and intangible […]

AW Repair Group donate to BHF

  To celebrate winning bodyshop magazines coveted title of Medium Bodyshop of the Year 2015, AW Repair Group decided to share its success with charity. The group said it would donate £1 to charity […]

Tesla seeking ‘hardcore engineers’

Elon Musk, chief executive of Tesla Motors, is using Twitter to recruit software engineers in an attempt to accelerate the company’s project to build autonomous cars. On twitter Mr Musk appealed […]

EAC suggest diesel scrappage scheme

The Environmental Audit Committee published a report today that suggests the Government should consider a diesel scrappage scheme and ensure that Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) changes tackle harmful NO2 pollution as well […]