The Independent Garage Association has officially launched RMI Insurance Services, an independent insurance broker dedicated to the automotive sector. RMI Insurance Services has been designed to provide members with direct […]
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced a landmark partnership between its specialist subsidiary, the Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Repair Alliance (HEVRA) and Solera Autodata. This collaboration will redefine how […]
The Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme has been approved to launch in the UK later this year. Approval is expected to provide independent shops with easier access to […]
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has formally submitted its response to the Department of Infrastructure’s (DfI) 2025 consultation regarding the proposed introduction of biennial MOT testing (4-2-2) in Northern Ireland. […]
A growing number of independent bodyshops could be forced to close because no one is available to manage the business in the future. The Independent Garage Association (IGA) says it […]
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has urged the government to review the MOT price cap, which has not changed in 14 years. It has written to new Transport Secretary Heidi […]
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 Garage Association (IGA) has said the changing face of the UK car parc plus growing car usage presents significant opportunities for repairers. Data from the Department of Transport […]
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has welcomed the news that the VAT threshold for small businesses has been raised from £85,000 to £90,000 from 1 April. This is expected to […]
The IGA has reiterated its concerns around government support of automotive apprenticeships. Ahead of the Spring Budget, it has pointed to a 39% decrease in new Level 2 & 3 […]
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has warned of a severe skills shortage in the sector and urged Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to introduce new funding for apprenticeships in his Spring Budget. […]
The industry has reacted positively to news that MOT tests will remain at three years after registration, and annually thereafter. The government was considering extending the period to initial testing […]
