Spending review a chance to ‘double down’ on EVs
The SMMT has urged the government to ‘double down’ on the EV transition by introducing new fiscal measures in this week’s spending review. It said that halving VAT on new […]
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George Fitzpatrick joins Autorola UK as sales director
Autorola UK has appointed George Fitzpatrick as its new sales director, reporting into managing director Neil Frost. He will lead Autorola UK’s commercial strategy across its three core divisions – […]
Ghost broking crackdown led by IFED and IFB
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED) has carried out a nationwide crackdown on ghost broking. Ghost broking is when a fraudster sells a fake motor insurance policy to a motorist […]
New guidance on driving with diabetes
GEM Motoring Assist has published new guidelines around driving with diabetes after research revealed eight per cent of adults in England have the condition. According to Diabetes UK, 3.6 million […]
Bodyshop Awards 2025 tickets now on sale
Tickets for the Bodyshop Awards 2025 – the two-day collision repair industry event which includes the Bodyshop Expo, our 30 Under 30: Rising Stars, the ever-popular Bodyshop Awards gala dinner, […]
Autotech Training unveils new LEVTT training
Autotech Training is delivering the new LEVTT training course to help technicians replace and repair tyres on electric and hybrid vehicles. It has become the first provider in the UK […]
Used car values at BCA hold firm in May
Used car values at BCA averaged £7,510 in May, down by £282, or 3.6%, month-on-month. Meanwhile, demand for used electric vehicles remains high, with buyers reassured by BCA’s Battery Health […]
Light commercial vehicle market down in May
The UK’s new light commercial vehicle market has fallen for six months in a row, according to the latest figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). […]
ZEV Mandate revisions don’t go far enough
A third of dealers do not believe the ZEV Mandate revisions go far enough, according to a new survey by Startline Motor Finance. Its latest Used Car Tracker found that […]
BASF Coatings backs Toyota Body & Paint programme
BASF Coatings and Toyota Motor Europe have signed an agreement to develop the Toyota Body & Paint programme for Europe. This builds the foundation for a long-term strategic collaboration between […]
Electric vehicle sales drive new car market growth
Surging electric vehicle sales drove a 1.6% growth in new car registrations in May, according to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It reported […]
Employers failing grey fleet HSE requirements
A new road safety campaign has revealed that employers are not meeting health and safety requirements for the UK’s grey fleet , employees who drive for work. The Down Inequality campaign […]