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Nearly 87% of drivers disregard speed limit

The number of accidents within 20 mph zones has increased by 148% in three years. This is according to new research by garage comparison site BookMyGarage. It found that just […]

Service network seeks independents’ support

A call has gone out to independent garages to join a service network struggling to cope with demand. The recruitment drive has been launched for epyx’s 1link Service Network, prompted […]

Meet our first 30 under 30: rising stars 2020

bodyshop magazine is delighted to introduce the first group of winners from this year’s 30 under 30: rising stars awards. The six talented youngsters you are about to read about […]

NBRA calls for CJRS extension

The National Body Repair Association is urging the government to extend the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) until the end of the year. Despite bodyshops being permitted to remain open […]

RAC wins BCA contract

The RAC has won a new three-year contract to provide specialist inspection services within the auction business of BCA. The deal, the largest of its kind in the UK, will […]

G3 confirms new Yorkshire site

G3 Vehicle Auctions is investing in what will be the UK’s largest purpose-built independent auction and refurbishment development for over 20 years. Construction on the 14-acre site in Yorkshire began […]

New recycling process could cut CO2 by 26%

Research by Jaguar Land Rover has revealed how an innovative recycling process could upcycle aluminium waste from drinks cans, bottle tops and end-of-life vehicles. It believes the process could reduce […]

CAPS announces Advantage Parts partnership

CAPS has been chosen as connectivity partner by Canadian-owned Advantage Parts Solutions. Advantage Parts Solutions provides a platform that enables original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts dealers to sell more effectively […]

DS Automobiles launches Leicester super-store

DS Automobiles has opened its largest British showroom. Situated in Leicester, the new store will hold 17 workshop bays, with the possibility of adding a further six bays during peak […]

Used prices continue upward trend

Used car prices have continued to rise through August. According to Auto Trader, data from 12,500 retailers suggests that prices rose 6.2% in the week commencing 10 August compared to […]

LEVC doubles network size

LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) has grown its network by signing a partnership with end-to-end fleet management company Rivus Fleet Solutions. The deal adds 20 service centres to LEVC’s existing […]

Kesselgruber named new GKN president

GKN Automotive has named Dirk Kesselgruber as the new president of its ePowertrain division. He will be tasked with boosting the GKN eDrive business. Liam Butterworth, CEO, GKN Automotive said: […]