SMMT reports LCV sales strong despite July dip
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has reported an 8.5% fall in light commercial vehicle sales in July. Its figures revealed that sales fell to 24,689 vans last […]
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NFDA urges government to introduce EV incentives
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to take steps to stimulate electric vehicle demand among private buyers. New figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]
Stellar night for Stellantis approved repairer champions
The winners of the first Stellantis Stellar Accident Repair Programme Awards were announced during a gala celebration in Manchester on Saturday night (3 August). Chosen from the multi-brand vehicle manufacturer’s […]
New car market enjoys two years’ of growth
The UK new car market has grown for two consecutive years after figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) revealed 2.5% growth in July. It found that […]
NBRA and Solera Audatex announce collaboration
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) and Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association (VBRA) has announced that Solera Audatex has joined as a Gold Supplier member. Solera Audatex is recognised for […]
LKQ launches new Collision Parts guides with EV focus
LKQ has launched a new series of Collision Parts guides for bodyshops, with the first edition revealing its most popular requested parts for 21 of the UK’s popular hybrids and […]
Auto Trader data reveals strong used car demand
Average retail prices of used cars remained stable in July, according to data released by Auto Trader. The data, which is based on about 800,000 sale prices, found that models […]
Association of British Insurers reports motor premiums fall
The Association of British Insurers has reported that motor insurance premiums have fallen for the first time in two years. Average premiums fell by two per cent between April and […]
TPS Summer of Love charity drive revs up for more success
TPS, the provider of Volkswagen Group genuine parts to the body repair sector, has relaunched its popular TPS Summer of Love charity initiative for a second successive year. Following the […]
Steer Automotive Group completes Komoo acquisition
Steer Automotive Group has followed up the recent acquisition of MG Cannon by announcing that it has now also acquired Komoo. Komoo includes an established network of fleet repair sites […]
Drivers reminded to book MOTs or risk £1,000 fine
The Motor Ombudsman is urging drivers to book their MOTs in advance or risk a £1,000 fine if they use their vehicles beyond its expiration date. A valid MOT is […]
Ezi-Methods partners with RWC Training
Ezi-Methodshas partnered with RWC Training to provide delegates and apprentices with access to its vehicle repair methods. Ezi-Methods is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and now offers 77,375 repair methods […]