Garages and workshops are being warned of a shortfall in MOT test demand this spring, as a result of the MOT extension in 2020.
Almost 10,000 Audi, VW, Cupra Seat and Skoda plug-in hybrids (PHEV) are being recalled to franchised UK car dealerships amid concerns about a fire risk to motorists.
The number of job vacancies in the automotive sector has risen by 40% in the first three months of 2022, reaching a five-year high.
Stellantis is rolling out a new app-based system that allows owners of Citroen, DS, Peugeot and Vauxhall vehicles to store their car’s service history digitally.
The online automotive aftersales payment specialist Bumper has appointed carwow founder and chief executive James Hind as a non-executive director.
More than half of car owners without a service plan are considering delaying or missing their vehicle’s annual service this year, as living costs rise rapidly.
SsangYong Motors UK has appointed Thomas Holyoak as regional aftersales manager for the east and southeast of England.
The Hilton Group has officially opened its new 75,000 square foot classic car showroom, restoration and accident repair facility in Bishop’s Stortford.
Warrantywise has announced the restructure of its dealer department with a new dealer partner programme.
National Windcreens has launched a new online artificial intelligence (AI) system that provides an instant decision on whether a windscreen can be repaired.
Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has introduced a range of spring discounts, including up to 25% off Service Plans.
Castrol has launched a new marketing campaign and is offering participating independent workshops the opportunity to win a package of free promotional assets.
Sytner Group has celebrated its technician's expertise with its Elite Technician Challenge 2022, and the 13 winners are set to take an expenses-paid trip to the Detroit Grand Prix in America as guests of Penske Racing.
As a major shortage of specialist maintenance technicians puts the take-off of the EV market at risk Sarah Sillars OBE argues that more urgency in the government’s response is part of the solution.
Steve Nash, CEO of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has urged Rishi Sunak to address funding for skills training in the Spring Statement.
Kia UK has launched a new online solution that enables its approved bodyshops to access information to support and streamline the repair process for accident-damaged cars.
Lean coach Piers Trenear-Thomas challenges professor Jim Saker's recent viewpoint which pondered whether 'just in time' automotive manufacturing has had its time.
Autotech Group is urging senior leaders, HR directors and managers in the automotive aftermarket to drive forward the skills conversation.
UK electric vehicle (EV) buyers will “pay the price” for the skills gap in trained technicans, unless the Government takes action.
A shortage of MOT testers could lead to longer waiting times for tests in April, according to the IMI.
Digital transformation of the aftermarket for both franchised and independent workshops is moving ‘at lightening pace’ says Book My Garage co-founder, Karen Rotberg.
Multi-brand electric vehicle (EV) company Innovate Automotive (IA) has partnered with the AA to offer roadside assistance to its customers.
The National Franchised Dealers Association's (NFDA) Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation scheme has launched a new Aftersales Pilot Group as it reaches 300 members.
Chief executive Mark Raban discusses his plan to move Lookers forward in the new issue of AM magazine after a difficult period in the AM100 dealer group's history.
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is opposing a plan to move to biennial MOT testing in Northern Ireland, suggesting it would “inevitably” result in more unsafe vehicles.
