Blocking devices used in car thefts could be made illegal
The government could make it illegal to own signal blocking devices regularly used in car thefts. Criminals are using radio frequency jammers disguised as everyday tech such as watches to […]
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National Highways unveils free training for van drivers
National Highways has introduced free training for commercial vehicle drivers who may be first to arrive at the scene of an accident. Nearly 2,000 people were killed or seriously injured […]
Public charging VAT rates a barrier to EV adoption
Europcar Mobility Group UK has accused the government of ‘mixed messaging’ after the HMRC said it would appeal a reduction in public charging VAT rates. A court ruled that drivers […]
IMI’s There’s More to Motor campaign gets Toyota backing
The Institute of the Motor Industry has strengthened its partnership with Toyota GB as part of its ‘There’s More to Motor’ campaign. As part of the collaboration, the campaign will […]
Electrified vehicles drive uptick in new car sales
New car sales in the EU increased by four per cent in the first quarter of the year, according to the latest figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. Hybrid […]
Vella Group completes GB Flint Coachworks acquisition
The Vella Group has acquired GB Flint Coachworks, which is located between Derby and Nottingham. The deal increases the Vella Group’s footprint in the East Midlands and expands its portfolio to […]
Bentley Motors marks Earth Day 2026 with sustainability report
Bentley Motors marked Earth Day 2026 with the publication of its fourth annual Sustainability Report. Reaffirming its commitment to its Beyond100+ strategy, the report revealed that the company achieved its […]
Vizion expands Green Earth Initiative
Vizion has unveiled the next phase of its Green Earth Initiative, which aims to improve sustainability across the automotive repair sector. The Green Earth Initiative offers customers the option of […]
3M cuts ribbon on Skills Development Centre
3M has unveiled its new Skills Development Centre at MIRA Technology Park in Warwickshire. The 15,250 sqft facility will deliver advanced skills training to automotive refinishing and industrial sectors in […]
SERMI certification secured by Auto Windscreens
Auto Windscreens has announced it has successfully achieved SERMI certification. SERMI was launched in the UK on 1 April and restricts access to security-related vehicle data to approved businesses. Auto […]
Motor insurance prices stubbornly high in Northern Ireland
Motor insurance prices in Northern Ireland fell just £2 in the last quarter compared to decreases of £50 in the West Midlands and £30 in London. According to new data […]
Fuel prices not falling fast enough – RAC
Fuel prices have fallen for seven days in row, but the RAC says prices are not falling as far or as fast as they should. It has reported that the […]