automotive industry

Cost-of-living crisis could ease chip demand

The semiconductor shortage could soon be a thing of the past, according to VCN Automotive. It believes the cost-of-living crisis means consumers are not upgrading their smartphones or investing in […]

Craig Kennedy shines at WorldSkills final

UK technicians enjoyed considerable success at the recent WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition for Car Painting, which took place in Denmark from 18-22 October. Supported by Glasurit, BASF’s premium paint […]

Sales recovery stalled by inflation

New data has reported that new car sales across Europe grew for the second month in a row during September. According to ACEA, a combined 1.05 million vehicles were delivered […]

Ben Ball makes more tables available

Automotive charity Ben has announced that it has released more tables for its flagship blacktie event, the Ben Ball, which takes place on 7 December at Old Billingsgate Market. Due […]

NBRA welcomes government support

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has welcomed the government’s announcement this week that it will put a cap on energy costs for businesses for the next six months. Executive […]

IGA announces awards winners

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has revealed the winners of the British Independent Garage of the Year Awards 2022. Recognising businesses and individuals who have excelled in 13 separate categories, […]

RSK Group announces tech acquisition

RSK Group has acquired Proeon Systems, a specialist systems integrator supplying industrial grade control and safety solutions. The company provides complete control and automation systems incorporating both hardware and software […]

Bentley records record profits

Bentley has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2022, with operating profits of €398m. This is a 124% increase on the same period last year, while the […]

Ben service to ease money worries

With one in five people in the automotive sector struggling to keep up with inflation, industry charity Ben is offering free access to its Life Coaching service. The service is […]

IMI chief shortlisted for leadership award

Steve Nash, CEO of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), has been shortlisted for the Association Leadership Award in the annual Association Excellence Awards. The awards recognise the essential […]

Fix Auto franchisee supports Olympic ambitions

Fix Auto Rochester owner Robert Dearnaley has stepped forward to support the quest of 18-year-old Tom Kelsall to become a Special Olympian. He is providing financial support as Kelsall strives […]

Ben brings back its Big Breakfast

Automotive charity Ben has announced that it is bringing back the Big Breakfast initiative for 2022. The week-long event will kick off on World Mental Health Day, 10 October, with […]