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IMI warns against EV training delays

The Institute of the Motor Industry has warned the sector that any potential delay in the 2030 deadline for the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles must not be […]

Tickets selling fast for Ben Ball

Ben is inviting the automotive industry to book tickets for the Ben Ball, which takes place at Old Billingsgate Market on 6 December. Ben has reported unprecedented sales to date, […]

Motor Ombudsman partners with AA Approved Garages

The Motor Ombudsman has formed a partnership with AA Approved Garages to expand the number of independent garages adhering to its Code of Practice for Service and Repair. The partnership […]

Gossens lands key role at SEAT and CUPRA

SEAT and CUPRA UK has appointed Marcus Gossen as its new director, beginning on 1 September. He succeeds Richard Harrison. Gossen has over 23 years’ experience within the automotive industry […]

Copart completes Rochford expansion

Global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling Copart UK has doubled its vehicle storage capacity near central London. The completion of a two-phase expansion at its Rochford Operation Centre […]

James named Mercedes-Benz fleet chief

Mercedes-Benz UK has appointed Calum James as the new head of fleet for its van division, effective immediately. He brings a wealth of experience to this role, having previously worked […]

SYNETIQ supports global sustainability

SYNETIQ has invested in carbon projects in the UK, India and Turkey to complement its own decarbonisation plans. Working with Highland Carbon, specialists in carbon market solutions for climate action, […]

Bentley launches new investment programme

Bentley has introduced a new community investment programme as part of the company’s Beyond100 strategy called Advancing Life Chances (ALC). This new strategy, developed in partnership with the Charities Aid […]

Copart continues expansion in Cambridgeshire

Copart UK has secured final planning permission to expand its site in Wisbech, adding 50% to vehicle storage capabilities in Cambridgeshire. This expansion is part of Copart’s extensive reinvestment strategy […]

Pothole crisis deepens

Pothole-related breakdowns are at their highest level in five years, according to the RAC. It attended more pothole breakdowns in the second quarter of this year than at any time […]

IMI report reveals worrying EV failure rate

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed that electric vehicles (EVs) are 40% more likely to fail an MOT because of poor tyre condition than petrol cars. The […]

Drivers urged not to take soft option

Michelin is urging drivers to improve safety by checking their tyre pressures before setting off on summer holidays after its own research found that only 47% check their tyres regularly. […]