Vincent St Claire, MD of Fleet Assist discusses how EVs are changing the SMR landscape for garages.
Average overhead absorption has fallen to 55.5% in the UK, according to new data from REALtime Communications.
The IMI has warned of a 106,000 shortfall in technicians in the UK that need to be advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) certified by 2030.
The Motor Ombudsman has expanded its code of practice for service and repair to cover mobile mechanics, tyre fitters and smart repairers.
Automotive aftermarket trade show Automechanika Birmingham 2023 is at the NEC between June 6 and 8 for car dealers, motor factors, garage owners and technicians.
The IMI has said it “cannot support the transition to a 4.1.1 schedule for MoT" in a detailed response to the DfT’s consultation on the matter.
Potentially dangerous defects are being missed by garages, according to analysis of the DVSA’s MOT Compliance Survey 2021-2022.
Vertu Motors is rolling out new digital self-service technology for new check-in and check-out solutions across its aftersales departments throughout its network.
Castrol has launched a new reward scheme app for workshops so they can redeem prizes each time they purchase qualifying products.
Online automotive marketplace giant eBay has relaunched its Certified Recycled parts business, which has seen a 10% year-on-year increase in sales.
New EU vehicle regulations could make battery state of health monitoring standard for all new electric vehicles, according to OZEV.
The volume of consumer disputes related to electric vehicles (EVs) being handled by The Motor Ombudsman has almost tripled. Customer service and a consumer’s experience at the point of buying were the largest single concern.
Vertu Motors has invested £375,000 to create a new Parts Plus aftermarket business for its Bristol Street Motors operation in Croydon.
The IMI is urging for a further acceleration of electric vehicle (EV) skills training to avoid a 16,000 technician shortfall by 2032.
ATS Euromaster has said its new Hull centre is rapidly attracting new fleet and business customers due to its plug-in and commercial vehicle expertise.
Aftersales teams at franchised dealers are failing to sell tyres to customers, even when they’re identified as illegal.
Suzuki GB has followed the lead of Toyota in offering a service-activated warranty to the owners of vehicles aged up to seven years or 100,000 miles.
Dealers could unlock up to £27 million of additional revenue by selling home chargers with electric vehicles (EVs).
Arnold Clark Autoparts has launched a new website that enables its trade customers to source and order parts online.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has countered claims that motorists are ready for the first MOT to move from a car's three-year to four-year age point with its own market research.
