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IMI Skills Competition winners announced

The winners of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) 2022 Skills Competition have been announced. More than 500 apprentices took part in the competition, with the finalists taking part […]

Parking fines surge by 50%

Data released by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has revealed a 50% increase in parking tickets issue by private companies, with 30,000 tickets being issued each day. It […]

ULEZ expansion to cover Greater London

London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone will be expanded to cover all of London, despite 80% of people in affected areas opposing the move. The expansion will come into force from […]

CV production the highest for a decade

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 10.7% in October, with 8,740 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off British factory lines. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]

Industry invited to take part in well-being survey

Automotive industry charity Ben has announced the launch of its 2022 Health and Well-being Survey, which aims to take the emotional temperature of the sector and provide insights into the […]

Car production up in October

UK car production returned to growth in October, rising 7.4% to 69,524 units. According to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), production rose for […]

IAM RoadSmart condemns LGV licence proposals

Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has condemned government plans that could allow novice drivers to get behind the wheel of lorries. A recent government consultation suggested that drivers who possess […]

Classic vehicle hub secures Hagerty support

Hagerty International has formed a new partnership with Great Northern Classics, a specialist hub dedicated to the classic vehicle industry. Established to encourage apprentices into the sector while also delivering […]

Older vehicles to drive beyond 2030 ban

New research has revealed that there are a staggering number of vehicles on UK roads with nearly a million miles on the clock, suggesting that many older car and vans […]

BCA secures Currie Motors contract

BCA has announced a new 12-month remarketing agreement with the Currie Motors Group. As part of the deal BCA will offer around 1,200 vehicles, commencing in January 2023, while Currie […]

SalvageMarket subscriber numbers surge

e2e Total Loss Vehicle Management has reported a 25% increase in SalvageMarket’s subscriber base since it was relaunched with improved technology. SalvageMarket is the UK’s premium online salvage auction with […]

Autoglass names new commercial director

Autoglass has appointed Ian Rowlands as its new commercial director. In his new role he will be responsible for leading the commercial, sales, and marketing functions in the business. He will […]