Carcomm Coachworks achieves VBRA standard
The VBRA has awarded Carcomm Coachworks with the second full structural Elite Standard of the year. The standard was introduced to provide regulation to the commercial vehicle market and ensure […]
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MG Cannon and Business Success Global part company
The directors of MG Cannon and Business Success Global (BSG) have reached agreement to separate the two businesses, with Robert Snook resigning as a director of MG Cannon and Vince […]
Car finance market enjoys October uptick
New figures released by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show that consumer car finance new business volumes grew in October 2022 by 4% compared with the same month in […]
Automechanika Birmingham delivers festive cheer
Automechanika Birmingham has shared its specialist event expertise by supporting the biggest ever free Christmas party held for those who are alone or vulnerable this festive period. Held on 5 […]
Insurers contribute £17.2bn in taxes to UK economy
The insurance and long-term savings industry has contributed a record £17.2bn to the UK economy in tax in 2021-22, according to the Association of British Insurers’ (ABI) latest Total Tax […]
Thatcham Research to identify EV repair and insurance pain points
Thatcham Research has announced it will lead an Innovate UK-funded five-month project focused on electric vehicle (EV) collision repair and salvage processes and their impact on insurance claims and their […]
AICL appoints FMG as repair management provider
AICL Insurance has appointed claims management specialist FMG to provide a comprehensive repair management solution for its motor insurance customers, encompassing the brands of Saga, RAC and The AA. The […]
Ben Ball hailed a roaring success
More than 600 guests attended the Ben Ball 2022 at Old Billingsgate Market on 7 December to help the automotive charity raise over £120,000. The support will be invaluable as […]
Headline sponsors named for Automechanika Birmingham
Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its platinum headline sponsors for its 2023 event, which will take place from 6-8 June at the NEC. With more than 12,000 visitors expected to attend, […]
EV demand dips amid rising bills
Demand for electric vehicles is waning amid rising living costs and surging energy prices. Data from Auto Trader found electric vehicles represented 27% of new car enquiries in June but […]
Sound appointment for acoustics specialist Warwick
Warwick Acoustics has appointed Ian Harnett as a non-executive director. He brings leading-edge expertise and high-level experience in automotive commercial negotiations, people management in organisations of scale, and a proven […]
IBIS and 3M partner to promote safety, skills and standards
The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) and 3M have reached agreement to extend their longstanding partnership. As the only automotive materials repair provider at the top level of partnership for […]