FMGRS opens new Cardiff site to replace its Ely bodyshop
FMG Repair Services has expanded its network with the announcement today of the opening of a new high-tech repair centre in Cardiff. The facility enhances capacity in the region while […]
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UK Garage and Bodyshop Event confirms first speakers
The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event has announced its first wave of speakers who will share insights on repair techniques, skills, innovations and compliance. The event will be held at […]
IMI unveils new Heavy Vehicle Technology Skills Competition
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has launched a new Heavy Vehicle Technology Skills Competition. The competition has been established to provide learners and apprentices with a structured HGV […]
New sustainability rating added to Auto Trader reviews
Auto Trader has unveiled a new sustainability rating on its car reviews to support customers seeking more environmentally-friendly vehicles. The ratings, which join those for running costs, reliability, safety, features, comfort and […]
Farmer Autocare acquired by Kerr’s Tyres Group
Scotland-based Farmer Autocare has been acquired by Belfast-based Kerr’s Tyres Group. Founded in 2003, Farmer Autocare operates 21 sites across Scotland, employing almost 200 people. It will continue to operate […]
RAC reports record rises in petrol and diesel prices
Petrol and diesel prices in the UK rose at record levels during March, according to the latest data from the RAC. Data from its RAC Fuel Watch revealed that a […]
Car buyers favour Chinese brands with UK footprint
New research has revealed that car buyers are far more likely to buy from a Chinese vehicle manufacturer if it has a factory in the UK. According to April’s Startline […]
Breakdown hotspots identified in new research
The UK’s breakdown hotspots have been revealed following analysis of more than 300,000 breakdowns last year. MoneySuperMarket looked at breakdown data from 303,213 incidents during 2025 following a Freedom of […]
Used electric and hybrid values keep falling
Used electric and hybrid values have fallen for five consecutive quarters, according to the AA Cars Used Car Index. It found that the average cost of the 20 most popular […]
Plasnomic unveils plastic repair testing programme
Plasnomic has launched an industry-first testing and validation programme to define OEM-aligned standards in automotive plastic repair. The programme aims to standardise plastic repair, improve repair quality, reduce costs, and […]
SERMI goes live to level playing field for independents
SERMI is now live in the UK, providing approved repairers with access to security-related vehicle manufacturer data critical to vehicle repair. Information now available to independent workshops as part of […]
EAC Telford celebrates Servicesure Autocentre award
Family-owned repair group EAC Telford has won the Customer Service trophy at the 2026 Servicesure Autocentre of the Year awards. The awards were held at the Concorde Conference Centre in […]