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DENSO and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing continue to push the limits!
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
Celebrating its ongoing multi-category motorsport successes and long term collaboration with its partner TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, DENSO is hosting a live online event featuring Toyota GR010 HYBRID drivers…
Philipp Grosse Kleimann to head Aftermarket business unit of MAHLE Group
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
Philipp Grosse Kleimann is to be the new Head of the Aftermarket business unit and a Member of the MAHLE Management Committee from 1 August 2023. In this function, he will report directly to the CEO, …
Revving up revenue: the benefits of effective product data management in the automotive aftermarket
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
With the emergence and growing importance of digital sales channels, the way Product or Catalogue Managers author their parts data is becoming increasingly important for the automotive aftermarket. Wh…
vGroup International selected as an exclusive distributor of a range of Michelin products
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
vGroup is proud to announce it’s been selected as an exclusive distributor of a selection of Michelin products by the official licensee holder in the UK. As a market leader of finished products for th…
Textar expands brake pad and disc product ranges
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced 16 brake pad and disc references to its premium Textar branded product ranges. TMD Friction UK’s unrelenting approach to research and development has …
First Line Ltd. helps technicians navigate Ford Transit supersession
Date: Thursday 11 May 2023
Technicians can select from a new thermostat reference from First Line Ltd. when replacing the component on Ford Transit Mk8 2.0 TDCi 05/2016>07/2019, after a supersession carried out by Ford made …
FIGIEFA monitoring upcoming Euro 7 Regulation
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
The Euro 7 Emission Regulation would impact directly on the parts market for several key emissions-related parts, currently sold in quantity by independent distributors and wholesalers. The issue conc…
New focus for IAAF CV
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has appointed Sue McKay, global category manager for commercial vehicles at TMD Friction, onto the Federation’s Council as its new head of the …
Activity Report for the week ending 5 May 2023
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
More than 2000 votes have been cast in the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2023, hosted by IAAF, which will take place on Wednesday 7 June at Hilton Metropole NEC. Voting will close on 24 May 2…
Introducing: RS Automotive Core
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
RS Automotive Core has joined the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF)’s ever expanding membership. RS Automotive Core are a UK-based buyer and seller of core automotive aftermarket pa…
Ring announces new Area Sales Manager – Specialist Division
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Scott Colquhoun has recently joined Ring Automotive and will be primarily managing existing accounts for both Ring and Osram brands, while exploring new markets, including the agricultural, builders m…
Chris wins top sales accolade
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Niterra UK Ltd has named Chris Barrett its 2023 Salesman of the Year. The supplier of NGK ignition parts and NTK vehicle electronic components presented Chris with the award at its end of year confere…
Better Together: Co-Located Trade Shows for the manufacturing and engineering sector
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Messe Frankfurt UK, Nineteen Group, Rapid News Group and The Mark Allen Group have joined forces to collocate their UK manufacturing and engineering events this June creating a phenomenal offering for…
TecAlliance receives sustainability award
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
TecAlliance, the leading expert for data management and processes in the automotive aftermarket, has again achieved the silver medal in this year's EcoVadis sustainability rating. This puts the data e…
Lambert and Lindgren on the podium in Croatia
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
The NGK-sponsored quartet of Speedway stars got off to a great start in the 2023 FIM World Championship with all four making the semi-final stage at the first Grand Prix of the season and two making t…
Brayden forced to miss Superstock round
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
It was a tough weekend for NGK-sponsored DAO Racing team rider Brayden Elliott who was forced to withdraw from Bank Holiday Monday’s Oulton Park Pirelli National Superstock race. Elliott suffered a la…
TRICO introduces refill kits
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Original equipment (OE) wiper blade manufacturer, TRICO, has announced the introduction of refill kits for its Exact Fit range. Trico refill kits are a modern design of beam blade fitted to some newer…
NAPA launches new braking range
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has announced one of its biggest product launches to date with the introduction of NAPA Braking in the United Kingdom. The NAPA and pre-existing NAPA PROFORMER…
Arnold Clark Autoparts updates Ultratec Oil range
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Leading motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has expanded its Ultratec oil product portfolio with the addition of eight new products, as the company continues to meet the demands of the growing market.…
First Line launches new-look online catalogue to enhance user experience
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
First Line Ltd. has unveiled a new look for its market-leading online catalogue, WebCat, offering customers an enhanced user experience with improved functionality as part of its commitment to support…
WAI warns of increased electric vehicle cable theft
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Rotating electrics supplier and electric vehicle (EV) charging cable specialist, WAI, is urging EV owners to keep an eye on their charging cables following a spate of thefts across the UK. Recent repo…
Leading suppliers come together to launch unique garage concept proposition
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
LKQ Euro Car Parts, alongside seven other leading suppliers to the aftermarket, has announced the launch of a unique new garage concept to help the industry’s professionals navigate the ever-changing …
Great Britain Speedway Team partnership
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Niterra UK Ltd – a long-time supporter of Speedway via its NGK ignition brand – has announced it has gone in to partnership with the Great Britain Speedway Team. NGK spark plugs are used by many of th…
sales-i will be at Automechanika Birmingham 2023
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
sales-i are to exhibit at Automechanika Birmingham, on the 6th to 8th June 2023. It's the leading trade exhibition for the aftermarket and supply chain, with over 12,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors fr…
Mintex introduces new brake pad, disc and drum references
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced nine new brake pad, disc, and drum references to its Mintex branded product ranges. To offer maximised vehicle coverage and the demands of the continu…
The AA Ireland launches exclusive training academy with Autotech Training to upskill patrols
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Autotech Training is working in partnership with the Automobile Association in Ireland, to upskill its AA patrols and the wider automotive aftermarket, with the launch of the exclusive AA Training Aca…
Automechanika Birmingham focuses on next generation with dedicated Autotech Academy student programme
Date: Friday 05 May 2023
Automechanika Birmingham is officially welcoming the next generation of aftermarket professionals with open arms to its summer show, as the event organisers announce a dedicated student programme in p…
Alliance Automotive Group UK acquires CAAR Limited
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
Alliance Automotive Group UK (AAG) has expanded its network through the acquisition of CAAR Limited (CAAR), the UK based trading group with approximately 300 members. “AAG, through its distribution ce…
Quality exhausts help save motorists money
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
Product quality is important, especially when it comes to critical automotive components. Fitting a car with an inferior exhaust can cause a wide range of expensive issues - but help is at hand. Leadi…
Magneti Marelli Parts & Services presents its new Wall Box: technology, safety and flexibility for the recharging of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
Magneti Marelli Parts & Services presents the new Wall Box, a charging station for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles developed in collaboration with SCAME, in compliance with international elec…
Tesla e-learning module now available on Delphi Academy
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
Delphi Technologies, a brand of BorgWarner Inc, has released a Tesla e-learning module on Delphi Academy, marking the first in a new series of brand-specific online training courses for vehicle techni…
Bulls set to join forces on the race circuit
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
Two bulls are coming together looking to create a formidable force on the oval track racing scene here in the UK. And it all centres on Banner – one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of batteries and …
LKQ Corporation announces results for first quarter 2023
Date: Tuesday 02 May 2023
LKQ Corporation has recently reported first quarter 2023 financial results. “Overall, the first quarter was a terrific start to the year, and we remain on track to deliver on our full year guidance. O…
Arnold Clark Autoparts announces its Supplier of the Year
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Arnold Clark Autoparts has announced the winner of its prestigious Supplier of the Year award, recognising efforts in parts availability and customer service throughout the last year. Braking speciali…
IAAF confirms council formation for new term
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) confirmed newly elected council members at its most recent annual general meeting held at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon. The meeting also …
IAAF announces latest new member: VBG Group
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed manufacturer of vehicle coupling systems and associated products to the truck, trailer and bodybuilder markets, VBG Group, to its …
Tina Drayson named Head of the IAAF Garage Section
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Tina Drayson, Operations Manager at CCM Garage has become the new Head of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) Garage Section, as well as being appointed to the IAAF Council. As pa…
Automechanika Birmingham and IMI announce EV Training Academy feature to help businesses prepare for the future
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Automechanika Birmingham has announced a newly launched training feature at the show, the EV Training Academy, designed to offer visitors the latest tips, tricks and opportunities in the electric vehi…
Is paperless picking your future warehouse strategy?
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
As your ecommerce business begins selling products across multiple marketplaces, sales volumes are likely increase. However, before you've even had a chance to enjoy your victory pint - you'll notice …
ecommotors to launch its Turnkey Multichannel Aftermarket solution at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
IAAF member E-Motive, the leading provider of aftermarket ecommerce solutions, will launch its ecommotors Turnkey Multichannel Aftermarket solution at the upcoming Automechanika 2023 trade fair. ecomm…
SSNAP team to tackle Three Peaks for charity
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
A team of 30 including Mountney managing director Dan Kimpton is to attempt a Three Peaks challenge to raise money for SSNAP, a charity that looks after sick infants and their families. Kimpton, head …
Women Automotive Network – Drinks Reception announced at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Automechanika Birmingham has teamed up with the Women Automotive Network, who will be hosting the Women Automotive Network – Drinks Reception at this year’s show, as the event organiser continues on i…
Exol Lubricants refreshes delivery fleet for optimum service
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Leading independent lubricants supplier Exol Lubricants has renewed its delivery fleet with new Scania trucks to ensure optimised service levels and meet ongoing customer demand. The new trucks at its…
TecCom partners with ecommotors to deliver fully connected aftermarket ecommerce to the UK and Ireland
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Aftermarket ecommerce systems and services provider ecommotors has joined forces with TecAlliance to integrate TecCom solutions into its customers’ systems environment, to further automate ecommerce b…
Schaeffler continues to invest in the future of the aftermarket
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Once again demonstrating its commitment to ensuring the future health of the independent sector, the Schaeffler REPXPERT team recently visited Tameside College in Ashton-under-Lyne, to speak to studen…
Lucas Oil Products UK becomes the official lubricant and additive partner for the Time Attack, Motorsport UK Drift Pro and Racing Hondas Championships
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Championship organisers are delighted to welcome Lucas Oil Products UK into the Time Attack family as the official and exclusive lubricant and additive partner for the Time Attack, Motorsport UK Drift…
Mintex Racing expands MINI Challenge support into 2023
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has expanded its support of the Vertu Motors MINI Challenge for the 2023 season, with its high-end Mintex Racing braking brand again providing the specification fric…
Charlie’s NGK-liveried Lamborghini is unveiled
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
This is the NGK-liveried car that ambassador Charlie Martin will race in the upcoming Super Trofeo Europe season 2023 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe championship. Beginning at the world-famous Imola …
Nearly £18m allocated so far from scrappage scheme ahead of ULEZ expansion
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Since the end of January, the vehicle scrappage scheme has committed nearly £18m to low-income and disabled Londoners, and small businesses and charities to help them take some of the most polluting v…
Niterra to star at Automechanika UK
Date: Thursday 27 April 2023
Niterra UK Ltd – owner of the renowned NGK and NTK vehicle electronic brands – will be starring at the forthcoming Automechanika UK Show. It will have a host of attractions on stand E90 when it exhibi…
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