Ben Ball hailed as a huge triumph
The industry united behind automotive charity Ben last week when £96,500 was raised at the Ben Ball, which took place at London’s iconic Roundhouse. The Roundhouse was transformed into a […]
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UK homes holding on to second cars
New research by Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has found that only one in 10 families have given up their second car since March 2020, despite additional finance pressures during […]
Parts supply disrupter set for spring launch
Tech start-up Autentica has raised over £150,000 of investment ahead of its launch into the spare parts market next spring. Autentica has developed the first blockchain-powered, AI-based digital supply chain […]
Fleets still in the EV slow lane
New research from Alphabet (GB) has found that only a quarter of fleet managers are confident in their knowledge of fleet electrification, while a further 59% said their confidence in […]
Halo makes customer services appointment
Halo Accident Repair has appointed Jon Parker as business intelligence director. His role will be to support the rapid growth of the group, help shape organisational processes and develop innovative […]
Windscreen repairs peak early
Windscreen repair and replacement company Auto Windscreens has seen its weather-related claims peak early this year. James MacBeth, Auto Windscreens’ managing director, said: “We usually see the most weather-related claims […]
Fix Auto develops Lake District coverage
Fix Auto UK is following network expansion in Northern Ireland with a new site in the Lake District. Irvings Bodyworks, based in Workington, joins the network with immediate effect and […]
Parts partnership wins green award
The Green Parts Specialists and Ageas Insurance have been recognised for their green parts strategy at the MRW National Recycling Awards. The awards are the most prestigious awards in the […]
Automotive sector ready for Plan B
The automotive industry is well prepared to absorb the new Plan B Covid-19 restrictions, as imposed by the government this week. The restrictions call for home-working wherever possible, and stipulates […]
Bentley cuts ribbon on new test centre
Bentley has unveiled its new, state-of-the-art engineering test centre after receiving official approval from Britain’s Vehicle Certification Agency. Based at Bentley’s headquarters in Crewe, this latest investment follows the recent […]
bodyshop teams up with UK Garage & Bodyshop Event
bodyshop magazine has partnered with Automechanika organiser Messe Frankfurt for next year’s UK Garage & Bodyshop Event at the NEC. To mark the announcement of our sponsorship of the event’s […]
Halfords announces Axle Group acquisition
Halfords will purchase Axle Group Holdings on a cash free, debt free basis, to become the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. The deal is worth £62m with […]