IAAF

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is calling for a mandatory minimum MOT fee of £54.85. Under current regulations £54.85 is the maximum MOT fee, but the IAAF believes this […]

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation will launch the Aftermarket Skills Passport at this year’s UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026. The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026 takes place at […]

The IAAF has restated its calls to mandate the SERMI scheme in the UK to ensure its full benefits are realised. It believes that while the scheme remains voluntary, it […]

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is launching new tiered options to offer greater support to members. It will introduce a new structured membership in January 2026 to help more […]

The IAAF has called on the UK government to mandate SERMI (the Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information) to ensure it benefits independent repairers. SERMI, which has been approved to launch […]

MOT prices need to rise to keep pace with inflation and their growing complexity, according to the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). It says MOTs need to evolve to reflect […]

The shortlist for this year’s Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards has been announced. The Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards, organised by the IAAF and headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts, recognised […]

IAAF Enrichment Days have been launched to tackle the skills gap in the sector by promoting the automotive aftermarket to schools and colleges. As part of the new initiative, which […]

A new government campaign has been launched warning UK motorists about the dangers of buying fake car parts. ‘Fake Always Breaks’ is being led by the government’s Intellectual Property Office […]

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has enhanced its support package for over 3,000 independent garage members by offering access to The Motor Ombudsman’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) service. ​This […]

Automotive equipment and consumables supplier REMA TIP TOP UK has joined the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) membership. REMA TIP TOP, with a group turnover of £106m and parent company […]

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has called for new regulations to support vehicle owners and operators who want to select their own repairers. It argues that removing this choice […]