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New smart motorways removed from government road-building plans in recognition of lack of public confidence and cost pressures
Date: Wednesday 19 April 2023
The government has announced that all plans for new smart motorways have been cancelled. This will mean that the 11 schemes already paused from the second Road Investment Strategy (2020 to 2025) and t…
Arnold Clark Autoparts announces shortlist for Supplier of the Year award
Date: Wednesday 19 April 2023
Leading motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious Supplier of the Year award, which recognises efforts across parts availability and customer service. The awar…
Diesel Technic Product Portrait: 2.14646 Dosing module, urea injection
Date: Wednesday 19 April 2023
As an important component of the exhaust gas cleaning system, which makes it possible for nitrogen oxide emissions to be reduced by up to 90%, the dosing module individually injects the water-urea mix…
38 new lines have been added to the Apec Braking range this April
Date: Tuesday 18 April 2023
As part of Apec's continuous commitment to innovation, April sees another incredible expansion of the Apec Braking range with 38 new lines added, including 3 brake pad sets that are first to market! T…
HELLA increases sales by more than 14 percent in the first quarter
Date: Tuesday 18 April 2023
HELLA, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella brand, today announced data on its sales development in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023 (1 January to 31 March 2023). According…
HELLA headlines at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Tuesday 18 April 2023
As one of the event’s Platinum partners, HELLA will be exhibiting a broad range of its market leading workshop equipment, as well as its original equipment (OE) replacement parts programme, that inclu…
RIP Craig Breen
Date: Friday 14 April 2023
The 33-year-old – who last season raced for the NGK-sponsored M-Sport Ford World Rally Team – died in the accident yesterday (Thursday, April 13) while driving for the Hyundai Motorsport team. His co-…
EV qualified technicians reach 39,000 in 2022
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Demonstrating a significant commitment to upskilling in the face of economic turbulence, year-end figures from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) show that over 14,800 dedicated technicians und…
Automechanika Birmingham launches motorXfactor club
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Automechanika Birmingham, in conjunction with IAAF, has launched the motorXfactor club, a brand new programme at the event offering distributors a number of VIP benefits. Automechanika Birmingham 2023…
Exol makes the finals for 2023 Made in the Midlands awards
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Exol Lubricants has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Export Award category at this year’s Made in the Midlands awards, in recognition of its excellent global customer service, international prese…
TechMan makes it to IGA awards finals
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Garage management system, TechMan, has announced the brand has made it to the finals of the IGA (Independent Garage Association) BIG Awards, in the Garage Management System of the Year category. The I…
Servicesure work with member garages to donate Easter goodies to local communities
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
National garage programme Servicesure has worked with six of its member garages to donate Easter goodies to local community causes. Servicesure’s network comprises more than 600 independent garages ac…
Mintex stopping power helps deliver cross-country rally victory
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Mintex Racing brake pads and discs provided the stopping power to the winners of the first round of the 2023 All Wheel Drive Club (AWDC) Freelander Trophy, held at Walters Arena in South Wales. The wi…
Nic Hamilton to race in 2023 BTCC
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
British racing driver Nic Hamilton – who is supported by Niterra UK Ltd’s NGK ignition brand – has confirmed he is to drive Team HARD. Racing’s Cupra Leon in the 2023 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Cham…
Ben: The results are in...
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
April is Stress Awareness Month, and Ben has revealed the results from their latest survey in which 66% of automotive workers identified stress as the most common health & wellbeing issue they fac…
Garage Awards finalists unveiled
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
The finalists have been announced in the Automechanika Birmingham 2023 Garage Awards, hosted by IAAF and headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts. Voting will be open next week with the winners being …
WAI revamps heavy industrial rotating electrics product line
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Premium rotating electrics supplier, WAI, has unveiled a range revamp in its leading heavy-duty starters and alternators product portfolio, as the brand looks to stay ahead of the curve and meet the n…
MAHLE introduces new fuel-efficient filter references to meet market demand
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has added 18 new-to-range filters to its product range, to meet the growing demand for energy fuel-efficient filters in the market. The aftermarket specialist is committed to expa…
Delphi to focus on garage support at Automechanika Birmingham 2023
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Delphi Technologies, a brand of BorgWarner Inc, has confirmed it will be exhibiting at Automechanika Birmingham 2023. Visitors to the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, which takes place from 6…
MAHLE highlights filtration portfolio for alternative drives
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has grown its full EV, hybrid and fuel cell vehicle filtration range, developed to meet growing demand in the market and help shape the future of mobility, to more than 199 refere…
Delphi adds first-to-market brake pads for Mercedes C-Class and Hyundai Staria
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Delphi Technologies, a brand of BorgWarner Inc, has announced the release of further first-to-market braking components for Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai as part of its European aftermarket braking progra…
Klarius expands access to quality aftermarket exhausts in the Republic of Ireland
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Motor factors and service garages in the Republic of Ireland (ROI) can now source a wider range of high quality Klarius exhausts. The popularity of the manufacturer's product range has been steadily i…
Tips for avoiding errors in everyday workshop life
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
In the latest workshop video, the Parts Specialists have to deal with a fault in the exhaust system. Kevin and Lars not only take care of replacing the defective NOx sensor, but also give useful tips …
WAI expands EV range with new launches
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Leading rotating electrics supplier and electric vehicle (EV) charging cable specialist, WAI, has unveiled the latest products in its popular EV range, including a new three-phase EV charging cable an…
MAHLE issues best-practice thermostat diagnosis
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2023
Thermal management specialists MAHLE has issued advice around the fitment of part numbers TM 36 103 & TM 37 103, which are both fitted to 1.2L & 1.4L vehicles. MAHE has created a handy step-by…
First Brands Group joins IAAF membership
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
Automotive parts supplier, First Brands Group, has become the latest member to join the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). The three members of the First Brands Group are well known…
MAHLE reaches finals of Made in the Midlands Awards 2023
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has been announced as a finalist in the category of ‘Automotive’ at Insider Media’s prestigious Made in the Midlands awards, in recognition of its growth in the region. The award …
GS Yuasa achieves medium-term emission reduction and environmental targets
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
GS Yuasa are pleased to announce that they have met their mid-term emission reduction and environmental targets as part of their response to climate change. The battery manufacturer has committed to r…
New street works regime to clamp down on pothole pain
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
People up and down the country will benefit from smoother journeys, reduced congestion, and faster broadband rollout as the government clamps down on utility companies for leaving potholes behind afte…
LKQ Europe and LeasePlan sign contract for fleet servicing and aftermarket parts supply
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
The leading distributor of automotive aftermarket parts in Europe and a global leader in Car-as-a-Service strengthen their partnership. A remarkable step for the independent aftermarket: LKQ Europe, t…
Kerridge Commercial Systems unveils exciting and sustainable initiatives at its Konnect conference
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
At the event, spanning the 2nd and 3rd of March in Stratford-upon-Avon, Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) welcomed over four hundred delegates to its first live UK event post-pandemic. James Mitchell,…
Sponsored Speedway stars ready for 2023 season
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
Some of the World’s leading riders will once again be sporting the famous NGK logo when they compete in the 2023 FIM World Speedway Championship. The ignition and sensor specialist – which this month …
Professor Jim Saker presented with Sue Brownson Award
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
Professor Jim Saker FIMI has been presented with the prestigious Sue Brownson Award at this year’s Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Annual Dinner. His inspirational career and achievements have b…
New name, same quality products
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
The name on the building may have changed, but the quality of the brands inside remains the same. NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd this month officially changed the name of its UK operations to Niterra UK Ltd…
IAAF set to host two events and exhibit at Automechanika Birmingham 2023
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
The IAAF will be exhibiting at Automechanika Birmingham 2023, plus hosting two highly anticipated events; the Automechanika Birmingham 2023 Garage Awards and a networking drinks reception for members.…
Launch Tech to showcase leading workshop technology at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Thursday 06 April 2023
Launch Tech UK will be exhibiting at Automechanika Birmingham 2023, as the vehicle diagnostics and garage equipment specialist prepares to showcase the latest innovations from the company to garages a…
The public has their say on MOT reform– and they don’t like it either: Kevan Wooden, chief commercial officer, LKQ Euro Car Parts
Date: Wednesday 05 April 2023
It probably wasn’t a surprise to see the aftermarket come out in almost unanimous opposition to some of the more radical reforms to the MOT system being proposed by the DfT. These being the recommenda…
WAI to demonstrate latest innovations at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Wednesday 05 April 2023
Premium rotating electrics supplier, WAI, will be showcasing its impressive range of starter motors and alternators, window regulators, wiper motors, ignition products and engine management products –…
FAI Automotive highlights latest new-to-range products
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
Premium-quality parts supplier, FAI Automotive, has launched 27 new references in its leading product portfolio, to continue to meet market demand and the ever-changing vehicle parc. FAI’s product dev…
Bespoke mountings from Klarius can help save money on repairs
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
Worn mountings, as any seasoned mechanic knows, can cause a variety of problems for the car, from increased vibrations to damaged parts, or even complete system failure. Klarius advises all garages to…
Ring and Osram to shine a light on products at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
Renowned lighting specialists, OSRAM and Ring, have announced that both premium brands will be exhibiting at Automechanika Birmingham at the NEC from 6th– 8th June. The companies will be sharing an im…
Dayco showcases its aftermarket offering
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
Dayco, the company that pioneered the belt in oil (BIO) innovation on behalf of vehicle manufacturers (VMs) such as Ford and VW, will be highlighting the opportunity regular BIO replacement for these …
HELLA ValueFit Slim beacons maximise safety and support the latest workplace legislation
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
HELLA, the original equipment manufacturer and system supplier, continues to lead the way with a host of lighting solutions that improve visibility and increase safety. The latest addition to HELLA’s …
UK Detailing Academy to bring industry insight in dedicated programme at Automechanika Birmingham
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
The UK Detailing Academy has been announced as the education partner and curator of the Automechanika Birmingham 2023’s Detailing Live programme, hosting practical demonstrations and kicking off insig…
The winners of DENSO’s 2022 League of True Mechanics competition receive their rewards!
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
The annual League of True Mechanic (LOTM) competition combines high quality, IMI accredited, online technical training and assessment, with prize winning opportunities to allow technicians to battle i…
Ecobat Battery to showcase battery opportunities across the sectors
Date: Tuesday 04 April 2023
As Europe’s largest battery distributor equipped with a team of knowledgeable power storage experts, Ecobat Battery is ideally positioned to help independents from both the wholesale and installation …
Save the Date: IAAF Conference & Dinner, 7 December 2023
Date: Friday 31 March 2023
IAAF has announced its conference and awards dinner will be back in 2023, taking place on Thursday 7 December at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Milton Keynes. After a successful return to its face-to-face …
Award Sponsors announced for Garage Awards 2023
Date: Friday 31 March 2023
IAAF has unveiled its awards sponsors for the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2023 headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts. The event will take place on Wednesday 7 June 2023 at Hilton Birming…
IAAF announces latest new member
Date: Friday 31 March 2023
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has announced the addition of commercial vehicle parts supplier, KEV Limited, to its membership. KEV Limited is a wholesaler and manufacturer o…
Nick Entwistle returns home to Elcome
Date: Friday 31 March 2023
Elcome is pleased to announce that Nick Entwistle has re-joined Elcome in the role of Business Development Manager. Nick has worked within the aftermarket for over 10 years, beginning his career as a …
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