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Motorists key in fight to protect MOT
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has found a clear need to educate consumers on the safety benefits of carrying out regular MOT tests. Activity on IAAF’s growing social media chann…
Registration opens for Automechanika Birmingham 2023
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has announced that visitor registration is now open, offering garage and workshop professionals free tickets to the event, plus …
GS Yuasa TV launch will answer the internet’s most frequently asked battery questions
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
GS Yuasa, the world leading manufacturer of both GS and Yuasa batteries, have announced the launch of GYTV, the new name for its engaging and educational battery learning videos. GYTV initially featur…
ZF Aftermarket sets the pace for e-mobility at EV Ready Show
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
ZF Aftermarket has reported the EV Ready show as a huge success, with the event sparking stimulating conversations around future mobility opportunities available to the automotive aftermarket. More th…
CMA reminds employers to avoid anti-competitive practices
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
The CMA has published new easy-to-read materials, which seek to boost business compliance and remind employers of their legal obligations to avoid collusion when it comes to employee pay, working cond…
UKS increases Optimal sales and range despite company profile change
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
UKS has come a long way in the past 12 months. Previously called Optimal UK the owners decided to move forward with UKS Distribution Limited and haven’t looked back. Indeed, the sales for the Optimal …
IAAF Activity Report - week ending 10 February 2023
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
It’s been a busy week in what has been a very busy start to the year for IAAF. On the lobbying front, we’ve been working both behind the scenes and in public on building a robust case against any plan…
Autotech Group announces sponsorship of the NAPA Racing UK BTCC team
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
Autotech Group is delighted to be named as a sponsor of the NAPA Racing UK team ahead of the 2023 British Touring Car Championship season. Alongside its logo adorning the NAPA Racing UK team’s cars, A…
CTSI issues warning about e-bike and e-scooter battery fires
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is warning consumers and businesses about the risks posed by non-compliant e-scooter and e-bike lithium-ion batteries in light of an alarming spate of …
MVBEO moves to next stage
Date: Friday 10 February 2023
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) have circulated their draft legislative proposal concerning revisions to the current Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation (MV-BER). The Secretary of …
Motor factor expands expands with addition of new tyre equipment centre
Date: Monday 06 February 2023
Carlisle-based family business K&S McKenzie Ltd. are growing their business with the addition of their new Tyre Equipment Centre. The motor factor, run by brothers Stuart and Alastair McKenzie, ha…
Mechanics warned of the life-threatening dangers of working under vehicles
Date: Monday 06 February 2023
Leading voices in motor vehicle repair have teamed up with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to warn of the dangers of working under vehicles without proper equipment. Figures recorded by HSE in t…
Exacting research and development programme delivers 137 new Mintex references in 2022
Date: Monday 06 February 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK’s renowned braking brand Mintex introduced 137 new parts during 2022, to offer coverage to more of the vehicle parc than ever before. Technicians are now able to pro…
GS Yuasa International Ltd. announce collaboration with Honda to develop lithium-ion batteries
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
GS Yuasa International Ltd., the parent company of GS Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd., has announced the signing of an agreement with Honda Motor Co. Ltd. to develop high-capacity, high-output lithium-ion b…
MAHLE Aftermarket strengthens European operations with key promotion
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
MAHLE Aftermarket has promoted its UK General Manager Andy Lees within its senior leadership team, in a combined role that will see him lead aftermarket operations in western Europe. While Lees’ respo…
Newcastle and Gateshead Clean Air Zone goes live
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
A Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is now in place in part of Newcastle and Gateshead to help improve air quality by reducing the number of high-polluting vehicles using the roads. Full details about the CAZ, whi…
Cyber security awareness: news from Lawgistics
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Lawgistics, the IAAF's legal helpline provider, have partnered with ECSC to provide additional guidance and support in all things cyber security. ECSC, founded and established in 2000, is the UK’s lon…
Corteco: New to range products - January 2023
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Corteco have increased our range of vibration control parts and oil seals for vehicles such as: AUDI, BMW, FORD, HYUNDAI, MAZDA, MERCEDES, NISSAN, PEUGEOT, RENAULT, TOYOTA, VAUXHALL, VOLVO TRUCKS, VW.…
Flexible problem solving – Klarius flexi-pipes can help save £1,000+ on repairs
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
For garages, being able to offer a cost-effective repair quickly is crucial to keeping customers happy. With the current financial pressures on households, helping motorists to avoid expensive whole s…
FAI Automotive reveals new references for 2023
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Premium-quality parts supplier, FAI Automotive, has kicked off the new year by introducing 20 new references to its leading product portfolio, to continue to meet market demand. Providing the Aftermar…
First Line Ltd. range expansions exceed 700 newly introduced parts in 2022
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Over the last 12 months, all-makes automotive aftermarket specialist First Line Ltd. introduced 707 new references to its ranges, including Steering and Suspension, Braking, Wheel Bearings, Filters, C…
Service Assist solves key pain point for garages
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Garage management system specialist, TechMan, is enhancing the communication between garages and motorists with its Service Assist Tool, which enables garages to simplify one of the great pain points …
First Line Ltd. grows drivetrain portfolio with launch of CV Joint and Driveshaft ranges
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
First Line Ltd., via its renowned Borg & Beck brand, has launched an extensive range of premium-quality Constant Velocity (CV) Joints and Driveshafts, complementing its broad range of CV Boot Kits…
Marathon announces new air suspension range from Arnott
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Marathon Warehouse Distribution are delighted to announce a new partnership with Arnott, the global leader in aftermarket air suspension products, to distribute their products across the UK. The Arnot…
JURATEK extends popular braking product portfolio
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Leading brake supplier, JURATEK, has expanded its extensive braking component product range with the addition of two brake discs, two brake pads, 29 calipers, five new wear indicators and one new brak…
LKQ Euro Car Parts fires up Starline expansion with starter motor and alternators
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
LKQ Euro Car Parts has further expanded its Starline range of products as it continues to broaden its product offering to the independent aftermarket. Available exclusively to LKQ Euro Cart Parts cust…
Textar brake product range expanded in 2022 with 167 new references
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
TMD Friction UK’s braking brand Textar delivered 167 new references throughout 2022 offering wider vehicle parc coverage than ever before, following its uncompromising approach to research and develop…
Fuel additives and engine treatments increasing in demand as motorists seek preventative measures
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Technicians and motorists are turning to fuel additives and engine treatments to prevent issues on vehicles worsening and avoid the inflated, associated costs of bigger problems requiring repair. Aber…
Klarius starts the year with a popularity contest… Fiat versus Toyota
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
New exhaust system components added to the Klarius range for January 2023 include parts for the 2006 Fiat Ducato and the 2017 Toyota Yaris, but which is more popular? Click here to view the latest par…
ZF announces partnership with mobility provider Beep to bring new-generation autonomous Level 4 shuttle to US market
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
ZF unveils its next generation shuttle for autonomous driving in urban environments and mixed traffic at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas/ Nevada, USA. The next generation complem…
Exol-sponsored Fox finishes jet ski championship on a high
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
Exol-sponsored 18-year-old JSRA British Jetsport Championship jet skier Dani Fox finished her 2022 season in fifth place after a closely fought campaign on the water. Fox, based near Exol Lubricants’ …
Motul is once again series official lubricant partner for ROKiT F4 British Championship certified by FIA in 2023
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
The recent Autosport International Expo heralded the announcement of Motul’s continuation as official lubricant supplier to the 2023 ROKiT F4 British Championship certified by FIA. This is the second …
LKQ Europe Acquires Rhenoy Group
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
The leading distributor of automotive aftermarket parts strengthens its presence in the European salvage business. Zug, Switzerland. LKQ Europe today announced that it is expanding its European salvag…
One betting game, 400 participants, three winners
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
Last year, the betting game for the 2022 Football World Cup once again generated enthusiasm among all participants – after all, great prices were raffled off among the Diesel Technic distribution part…
AS-PL get the ‘Diament Forbesa” again!
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
The AS-PL company was again among the winners of the fifteenth edition of the presitigious ‘Diamenty Forbesa” ranking. The list was prepared by the editors of the monthly magazine ‘Forbes’ and the bus…
Nominations open for Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2023
Date: Tuesday 31 January 2023
Nominations are now open for Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2023, hosted by IAAF, which will take place on Wednesday 7 June at Hilton Metropole NEC. The awards will celebrate the very best of …
Extending MoT will increase the number of defective vehicles and tyres on Britain's roads
Date: Tuesday 31 January 2023
The Department for Transport (DfT) and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) announced a consultation on the proposal to ‘change the date at which the first MOT for new light vehicles is required…
LIQUI MOLY now also available from Motor Parts Direct
Date: Tuesday 31 January 2023
The German motor oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY is expanding its distribution in the UK. The company's range is now also available from Motor Parts Direct, the UK’s largest independent motor f…
Keeping up with the crossovers
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Love them or hate them, crossovers are the latest automotive success story. Following in the illustrious footsteps of SUVs, MPVs and hatchbacks in the popular consciousness of UK motorists – one brand…
Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals Goliath battery price freeze
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Leading motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has frozen the price of its popular Goliath batteries, to beat rising prices and support customers with the best deals on the market. With every battery pur…
Do you know the symptoms of a failing wheel bearing? Comline has the answer!
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Technicians need to be aware of the symptoms that could point to a deteriorating wheel bearing, according to Comline Auto Parts (Comline). Steering judder, reduced acceleration, grinding, unevenly wor…
IAAF Blog: Government consultation on MOT frequency
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
One can be forgiven for being completely exasperated with yet another attempt by a government to undermine the sector and the work it does. Because looking at all the information presented by the gove…
IAAF Events 2023 – key dates
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
The IAAF is hosting a number of major events this year. Details on how to sign up and sponsor will be released next week. Key dates: IAAF Annual General Meeting Thursday 16 February British Motor …
Elections to the IAAF Council: 2023-2026
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
The IAAF will shortly be inviting its supplier members to take part in a ballot for the five vacancies on IAAF Council, to represent members in the Component Supplier category. The nominees are listed…
New Niterra logo unveiled
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Following on from last year’s announcement regarding its upcoming English name change to ‘Niterra’, NGK SPARK PLUG is proud to reveal to the world its new Group and Corporate Logo. This will be offici…
Apec Automotive launches premium brake & clutch fluid range
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer Apec has officially launched a new range of Brake & Clutch Fluid to provide consistently high performance from bottle to brake. Brake fade can negatively impact…
A huge 85 new lines added to the Apec Braking range this January
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
January sees another incredible expansion of the Apec Braking range with 85 new lines added, giving it greater coverage and customers another reason to choose Apec. The range extension includes, 5 bra…
Exol announces latest oil specification upgrade as it evolves with the market
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Leading lubricants supplier, Exol, has updated the specification of its Optima LSBM 0W-30 (M514) oil as the brand proves its commitment to constantly advancing products to cover the ever-growing vehic…
GSF Car Parts plugs into vehicle eletrification at EV Ready event
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Leading motor factor GSF Car Parts gave garage owners a unique insight into the future of the automotive aftermarket at the inaugural EV Ready event this week. GSF was headline sponsor of the show, wh…
TecRMI Repair Case: Mini
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
TecRMI have issued their latest bulletin "What the Fix?!" for models of MINIs.
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