The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has launched a new training programme for motor factors in the UK
Slough business Onyx Performance has been prosecuted for failing to show that a vehicle it modified would not be used on a public road.
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.
Arnold Clark Autoparts has launched a new website that enables its trade customers to source and order parts online.
Yeovil-based independent workshop TR Autos has recorded a six figure growth in sales since investment in modernising its business management.
Independent garage labour rates are rising quickly, but future bookings have fallen sharply.
Point S Tyre & Autocare has grown its network to 300 members in the UK, providing tyre and car maintenance services.
Eurorepar Car Service will host a free-to-attend live webinar on August 8 to help motor trade businesses boost their digital presence.
Aftersales departments need to be prepared for a substantial change to their business model in the coming years as plug-in vehicle sales create a complex world with lower maintenance and new skills and equipment needed.
Independent garages and franchised dealer workshops are feeling the strain from the cost of living crisis, as their energy costs bite while some motorists are cutting back on maintenance spend.
Garages and workshops are being warned of a shortfall in MOT test demand this spring, as a result of the MOT extension in 2020.
Castrol has launched a new marketing campaign and is offering participating independent workshops the opportunity to win a package of free promotional assets.
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is set to launch GarageSafe to establish and maintain access to security level vehicle information for independent garages.
There will be a shortfall of almost 36,000 EV-trained technicians by 2030 if retraining isn’t addressed urgently, warns the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
A1 Motorist Centre in Thanet has been crowned Autocentre of the Year by Servicesure.
The Motor Ombusdman is looking for entrants to its 2021 Garage Star Awards, which has been expanded with new categories.
Online car maintenance provider Fixter has launched a new virtual consultation service that enables car owners to diagnose faults without leaving their house.
Eurorepar Car Service has pledged its support for a government petition to provide an action plan and offer financial support for the motor trade.
Halfords has agreed to buy South East motoring services provider Universal Tyre and Autocentres for £15m.
