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FMG Repair Services bolsters leadership team
- 23/12/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
FMG Repair Services has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of two dedicated operations directors. Paul Wrigglesworth has joined the business in the role of operations director – bodyshops, to lead the bodyshop teams and develop operational and financial performance and best practice to [...] -
Hunter headhunted by Intelligent Motoring
- 07/12/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Intelligent Motoring has appointed Alan Hunter as its new head of repairs to enhance the consumer experience and cost efficiencies for its Warranty Assist and MotorEasy customers. He joins with 15 years’ experience at LeasePlan, and has also worked at the Financial Ombudsman Service and the BVRLA. His focus [...] -
Repairify names Rob Neale operations manager
- 29/11/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Industry specialist Rob Neale has been appointed operations and workshop manager by Repairify to head up its workshop operation at its site in Luton. He will create a technical centre of excellence to provide expert training and support for customers conducting vehicle diagnostic and calibration services, while [...] -
Car production rises for third straight month
- 26/08/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
UK car production rose for the third consecutive month in July, up 8.6% to 58,043 units. However, this rise is from a low base – July 2021 was the worst July since 1956. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), factories turned out 4,605 additional units, a sign that component [...] -
Price is right for Capella
- 24/08/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Kent-based refinish business Capella Solutions Group has appointed Adrian Price as strategic sourcing manager. He has a deep background in the chemicals and coatings market, with experience ranging from technical work and formulating coatings, to working with a global supply chain to deliver products on time. He [...] -
Norbar names new MD
- 23/08/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Norbar Torque Tools has named John Reynertson as new managing director. He takes over from Andrew Lobo. Reynertson joins the Banbury-based company from Sturtevant Richmont, a US company recently purchased by Norbar’s owner Snap-on, where he served as president. He said: “I am looking forward to the challenge [...] -
UK government unveils new automated agenda
- 19/08/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The UK government has announced plans which could see automated vehicles on public roads by 2025. It is creating legislation to support the roll-out of self-driving cars within three years – with some vehicles fitted with the technology being permitted on UK motorways next year. The government is investing [...] -
Peter James names new director
- 22/07/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Peter James Insurance has appointed Dave Youngs as partnerships director. With almost 15 years’ experience in the classic vehicle insurance industry, he will head up the implementation of a new, innovative and value-adding club proposition to car and bike clubs across the UK. He will be working to develop new [...] -
FLA names Jones’ successor
- 09/11/2021
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) has appointed Rebecca McNeil as the new chair. She takes up her post on 30 November, succeeding Richard Jones. McNeil is currently chief executive officer at Close Brothers Retail and was previously CEO at Close Brothers Motor Finance. Her industry experience includes [...] -
Drivvn names new product chief
- 02/11/2021
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Global automotive eCommerce agency drivvn has appointed Anu Shahi as head of product and technology. The appointment will support the company’s plans to accelerate innovation to support vehicle manufacturers and retailers as digital retail continues to grow. He joined drivvn in 2019 as head of engineering and was [...]