parts supply

Norbar names new MD

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 […]

Car registrations down again in July

UK new car registrations fell by nine per cent to reach 112,162 units in July, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The […]

Costs tops parts as primary challenge

Increasing operational costs is the biggest concern for 79% of independent repairers and dealer workshops, ahead of disruption to the supply chain. This is according to a poll by The […]

Activate Group among UK’s fastest growing

Activate Group has been named as one of the UK’s most rapidly growing businesses in three independent lists, including The Sunday Times 100 – Britain’s fastest-growing private companies. In addition […]

LCV values begin to wane

Average LCV values in May 2022 fell below £10,000 for the first time since December 2021 as demand shifted in the used market. LCV values averaged £9,517 at BCA in […]

BVRLA to turn spotlight on supply

The BVRLA will put the focus on vehicle supply at its Industry Outlook webinar next Wednesday (30 March). Setting out to help delegates better understand the current issues having an […]

Prasco tackles supply shortages with huge order

Prasco UK has reacted to the ever-escalating shortage of replacement parking sensors by stocking 50,000 units. Sold within its own Prasco Premium extensive range of products, the parking sensors it […]

New solution tackles supply shortage

A new solution has been released to help bodyshops deal with the shortage in parts by connecting them directly with vehicle manufacturers via a new technology platform. As a result […]

Suppliers take to the road

Automotive aftermarket specialists OSRAM and Ring are launching a joint initiative intended to deliver the latest lighting and workshop tooling to independent repairers around the country. The Workshop Solutions Van, […]

LKQ Euro Car Parts expands network

LKQ Euro Car Parts has opened its first branch in Cirencester. The new store will give drivers and garages in the area convenient, local access to LKQ Euro Car Parts’ […]