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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 […]

Vehicle technician vacancies surge by 70%

The IMI has revealed the extent that the skills shortage in the sector is driving up salaries. Its Automotive Job Postings Briefing found that the current vacancy rate in the […]

Repairify unveils new remote booking service

Repairify is introducing a new remote services booking portal which will enable repairers to quickly book a remote technician online without making a phone call. Repairify Remote Services enable bodyshops to […]

Autotech Academy fixes it for Halfords

A pilot scheme between Halfords and Autotech Academy, which has seen 10 newly qualified Level 3 automotive students placed across the national chain’s autocentres, is set to quadruple by the […]

New tech unlocks autonomous motorway merging

Improved technology will soon allow self-driving cars to merge onto motorways and highways with better safety, thanks research from WMG, part of the University of Warwick. They have pioneered this […]

Car crime hotspots revealed

New research has revealed the areas in the UK where car crime is at its highest and lowest. Northgate has taken information from the government and local police departments to […]