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BMW embark on S$1.3m electromobility research

BMW Group and Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) launched a new electromobility research programme, involving the all-electric BMW i3 and plug-in hybrid sports car BMW i8 that runs on electricity […]

Why age affects insurance premiums

The Association of British Insurers has published new data today which shows why age is an important factor in deciding premiums for motor insurance policies. The data shows the average […]

New ‘crash for cash’ scam identified

Motorists are being warned about an aggressive new strain of the ‘crash for cash’ scam that is increasingly being used by opportunistic criminals. Dubbed ‘crash for ready cash’ by investigators […]

Robot kills worker at Volkswagen plant

A robot has killed a contractor at one of Volkswagen’s production plants in Germany. The man died Monday at the plant in Baunatal, roughly 62 miles north of Frankfurt, VW […]

Police investigate Vauxhall parts theft

A strange type of car crime is being committed in one region of Britain, thieves are stripping down Vauxhall cars as their owners sleep and hundreds of owners have fallen […]

Gallagher Basset buys Countrywide Accident Assistance

Gallagher Bassett International (GBI) has acquired CAA (Countrywide Accident Assistance Ltd). CAA provides motor first notification of loss (FNOL) and third party administration (TPA) services to insurers, brokers and commercial […]

Developing talent for tomorrow – Training

There is currently a big focus within the bodyshop sector on the training of apprentices and upskilling existing personnel. Here, bodyshop’s Padraig Mallett takes a closer look at the training […]

Home and dry – Drying feature

Whether it be paint, processes or products, curing and drying is crucial to the speed of turnaround. bodyshop’s Padraig Mallett talks drying systems with the experts to find out more. […]

Harmonised Future 3D Vehicle Test Target Event

Industry colleagues with a technical interest and experience in the ADAS field are cordially invited by Euro NCAP, NHTSA and IIHS to attend the Harmonised Future 3D Vehicle Test Target event, hosted by Thatcham Research on […]

The measure on straightening

With the demands for efficiency at an all-time high within the sector, bodyshop’s Padraig Mallett takes a look at the equipment, tools and training available to ensure accurate, consistent and speedy […]

A modern classic – Alvis Cars

The Alvis Car Company started in Coventry in 1919, designing supercars of the era, building aircraft engines and servicing military contracts. Then in 1968, sister company Red Triangle was formed […]

Chargemaster acquires GB Electrical

Chargemaster, the UK’s largest supplier and operator of electric vehicle charging points, has acquired GB Electrical, a specialist national contractor that has expanded into the installation of charging points across […]