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GSF Car Parts supports Ukrainian community
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
National motor factor GSF Car Parts is supporting the international Ukrainian community through parts and material donations. Automotive parts distributor GSF, which operates a network of more than 18…
Parents whose babies require neonatal care to receive paid leave under new law backed by government
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
Thousands of parents whose babies require specialist care after birth will be able to take additional paid time off work, under new legislation backed by the government. A baby who is born prematurely…
Motul and Castle Combe Circuit partnership continues for 2022
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
Motul and Castle Combe Circuit have confirmed the continuation of the partnership agreement which commenced last year, which saw Motul becoming the Official Lubricant Brand of both the famous Wiltshir…
Sealing Expertise for Green Hydrogen [Corteco a brand of Freudenberg]
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
Freudenberg’s sealing experts have taken the lead in producing elastomeric gaskets that are over-moulded on to composite and metal electrolyser stack plates in a four-step process. Stack plates are us…
Fatal accidents while working on incorrectly supported vehicles
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
HSE is aware of at least 8 fatal accidents since 2019, due to work being carried out on incorrectly supported vehicles or cabs. Never work beneath a vehicle that is only supported on jacks: Use axle …
Inadequate controls while using Dichloromethane (DCM) during wheel stripping
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
Exposure to high concentrations of DCM vapour has caused impaired consciousness and death. It is also suspected of causing cancer and can burn the skin and eyes. Recent inspections have found strippin…
Automechanika 2022: Shaftec Drives Further into Europe….from Hall 3.1 Stand G11
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
With its first product launch in 10 years - a comprehensive range of new Propshafts - a dynamic new website and an enhanced export division, transmission expert Shaftec will use this year’s Automechan…
NOCO welcomes FG7 to family of distributors
Date: Monday 18 July 2022
The NOCO Company are delighted to welcome FG7 of N. Ireland to its family of distributors in Europe. The partnership will see FG7 offer NOCO’s market leading battery maintenance products including BOO…
Black box now mandatory on new vehicles in EU
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
With effect from Wednesday, 6 July 2022, new vehicles sold in the EU will be required to have various items of new equipment installed; among the most important is a black box, similar to that install…
Autotech Training throws support behind HGV sector with extended range of courses
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
In a direct response to the heavy goods vehicle technical skills crisis, Autotech Training has, for the first time, extended its offering to include the HGV sector. The move follows reports that the s…
The doctor is in and there is no charge!
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
Global lubricant leading light, Motul, is finalising its programme for arguably the two biggest remaining historic vehicle events of 2022 - the Classic at Silverstone over August Bank Holiday weekend …
HELLA brings fully electric brake-by-wire pedal into large-scale production
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
HELLA, an internationally positioned automotive supplier and part of Group FORVIA, has been commissioned with the world's first large-scale development and production of a completely electric brake pe…
Feel the need
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
Maverick Diagnostics feels the need; The need, for greater training provision to help the aftermarket to get techs up to speed on EVs and hybrids. With the cross-industry staffing shortfall running in…
Temperature in the workplace: working safely in hot conditions
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
In offices or similar environments, the temperature in workplaces must be reasonable. There's no law for maximum working temperature, or when it's too hot to work. Employers must stick to health and s…
Route opened for garages to highlight restricted access to VM’s data
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
Independent garages can now register any restrictions they face on access to vehicle manufacturer repair and maintenance information with a new form produced by UK AFCAR. UK AFCAR fights to ensure the…
Two-thirds of IAAF Dinner sold – secure your place today
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
More than two thirds of IAAF dinner places have been taken for the event on Thursday 8 December at DoubleTree by Hilton, Milton Keynes. The event will be larger than in previous years and a high profi…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 15 July 2022
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
A summary of some of the activities undertaken by the IAAF Secretariat on behalf of the membership and the wider aftermarket during what has been yet another extremely busy week. LobbyingOur lobbying,…
FACT check – aftermarket sector related legislation SERMI, MVBER, MOT Test Frequency: Current state of play
Date: Wednesday 13 July 2022
Lobbying the UK government from IAAF and UK AFCAR has intensified. IAAF is in active dialogue with CMA over motor vehicle block exemption regulations (MVBER) and DVSA over the protection of the MOT Te…
Juratek New to Range July Bulletin
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
Juratek have expanded an already extensive product line by adding 12 calipers to an ever-growing braking range. Calipers:JCA1141L & JCA1141R rear calipers to fitNISSAN: Cube (09-), Juke (10-), NV2…
LKQ Euro Car Parts brings MPM Engine and Gear Oil to Republic of Ireland
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
LKQ Euro Car Parts has expanded its product offering in the Republic of Ireland with the launch of MPM Engine Oil and Gear Oil, giving garages access to OEM-approved lubricants and liquids that suppor…
Motorists unaware on importance of regular Cabin Filter replacement, garages urged to ‘step-up’ and protect customers
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
National automotive parts distributor, GSF Car Parts is calling on workshops to help protect motorists, and their passengers, against harmful pollutants by educating drivers on the importance of regul…
NEW starter S5489S in AS-PL offer
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
Another new starter has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The starter has an index number S5489S and is the product of the AS brand. The starter belongs to the Standard line - the line of products that merge …
Lawgistics Legal Updates: Change management
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
“The only constant in life is change.” – Heraclitus of Ephesus The same can be said of business, though some employees will resist change, and the challenge for a business is how to effectively implem…
Webinar explaining how PPE Regulations have changed
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
On 6 April 2022 the Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (PPER 2022) came into force. They amend the 1992 Regulations (PPER 1992), and extend employers’ and employees’ du…
GSF Car Parts opens new St. Helens branch
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
Growing motor factor GSF Car Parts increased its Merseyside footprint with a new St Helens branch in July. This is the ninth new GSF Car Parts branch to open in just four months, continuing a period o…
Garages embrace online parts supply to support growth
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
Independent garages looking to grow their business are embracing online parts supply in greater numbers, as they look to access a wider range of available products from leading brands. Online automoti…
Veterans in Action
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
Along with other automotive suppliers like Denso, Philips will be supporting this marvellous charity’s work to support our veterans battling against PTSD. The work that the chief operating officer Bil…
Authorities confiscate significant haul of counterfeit NSK bearings
Date: Monday 11 July 2022
The recent discovery of a large number of counterfeit NSK bearings in Johannesburg, South Africa, highlights the need to remain vigilant in the face of criminals who look to put the safety and integri…
EU makes progress on Block Exemption
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
The European Commission has officially announced its intent to prolong Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulations (MVBER) for another 5 years, until the 31 May 2028. A public consultation on the draft …
UK lobbying – what happens now?
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
The Prime Minister, Boris Johnson announced his resignation on Thursday. He is reported to have told the new Cabinet he would not implement any new policies until he is replaced. Lobbying the UK govt …
Managing a safety defect of aftermarket components
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
IAAF is working with DVSA on Vehicle Safety Defects and Recalls. Please see attached the annex on “managing a safety defect of aftermarket components”. DVSA has identified a process by which to identi…
Most read stories on the IAAF Products & Services eBulletin
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
Here are some of the most read stories by our 11,000 garages via the products and services ebulletin. Send your product news to anns@iaaf.co.uk GSF Car Parts completes rebrandhttps://iaaf.co.uk/news/…
RNH Solutions rebrands to MAM Software
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
Following its recent acquisition by Kerridge Commercial Systems, RNH Solutions will rebrand to MAM Software. The move brings its automotive operations in the UK and Ireland under one unified brand to …
SMP Europe grows number of UK engineers to 16
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
SMP Europe, home of the Intermotor, Lemark and Lucas engine management brands, has grown the number of its UK engineering team to 16, as it accelerates its development in bringing solutions for the fu…
Klarius appoints Mark Raines as Associate Marketing Director
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
Klarius has announced the appointment of its new Associate Marketing Director, Mark Raines. With a proven track record in industrial and retail markets both in the UK and abroad, Mark will provide str…
Motul Corazón: Helping future generations realise their potential
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
As a brand that has more than 150 years of history to its name, Motul has been present and has observed dramatic advancements in technology and changes in society. Its values reflect an outlook that e…
MAHLE Powertrain drives the development of ammonia combustion for heavy duty engines
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
MAHLE Powertrain is leading an innovative project to develop technologies to replace diesel with ammonia in heavy duty combustion engines. Funded through the UK Government’s Net Zero Innovation Portfo…
A green oasis in the factory grounds
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
A metropolis with millions of inhabitants, Chennai is located in the south of the Indian subcontinent. Due to the important automotive companies located there, it’s also known as “India’s Detroit”. Fr…
NAPA Truck has landed!
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
The brand that is steeped in American history made its way to Europe just 3 years ago and now features 26 product lines in passenger cars. This year the brand launched NAPA Truck, a commercial vehicle…
Andy celebrates Santa Pod victory
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
Seven-time UK Pro Mod champion Andy Robinson has won a major event in his NGK-sponsored race car ‘Anger Management 2.0’. Andy won the latest round of the 2022 Motorsport UK British Pro Mod Championshi…
Exol-sponsored Marlow Armada turning tide in JSRA championship challenge
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
Exol Lubricants-sponsored jet ski racing team Marlow Armada are mounting a title challenge going into the second half of the JSRA British Jetsport Championship. The team races in the Vintage class of …
Car staked as hole-in-one prize at sell-out IAAF Golf Day
Date: Friday 08 July 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) will offer players at its annual Golf Day the chance to win a brand-new car, with a hole-in-one competition on the 18th hole sponsored by SMP E…
Kevan Wooden, Chief Commercial Officer LKQ Euro Car Parts: IAAF Blog – Second Edition
Date: Tuesday 05 July 2022
As the leading supplier of automotive parts in the UK you might not be surprised to hear that we have taken issue with the mooted plan to reduce the frequency of MOT testing from every 12 to every 24 …
Motul partners Shelsley Walsh and gears up for BRM celebration
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
Motul is delighted to announce a new partnership agreement with the world’s oldest permanent motorsport venue, Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb, which sees Motul confirmed as the Official Lubricant of the Wo…
Unprecedented level of growth for North East Garage
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
Gateshead-based Team Valley Service & MOT Centre, the largest independent garage in the North East, is continuing to reap larger than expected growth figures. The company, which specialises in pro…
Professional Grade Tool Chests from Carlyle Tools
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer Carlyle Tools has recently released a new range of professional grade tool storage chests, as used by BTCC team Motorbase Performance. Whether you are just starting…
DENSO Aftermarket and Tetrosyl Express Ltd announce UK Distribution Partnership
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
Effective July 2022, DENSO Aftermarket is excited to announce its partnership with Tetrosyl Express LTD as a key strategic distribution partner in the UK market. By partnering with Tetrosyl Express, D…
Exol Lubricants claims three additional quality standards for Optima engine oil
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
The upgrade of the performance additive in Exol Lubricants’ Optima LSBM 0W-30 engine oil has enabled the company to claim three further quality standards, broadening the scope of the low SAPS engine o…
Ring launches 24V bulb stand for quick, trade-use reach
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
Ring Automotive has launched a new bulb stand, delivered with 174 of the most popular 24V bulbs, for quick availability at the point of installation. The eye-catching BU274 24V Bulb Stand is fully sto…
News from the Diesel Technic Parts Specialists: Workshop video on the motor belt drive
Date: Monday 04 July 2022
In the new Parts Specialists workshop video, it is all about the belt drive in the engine. The Parts Specialists Lars and Kevin take a close look at their truck and have practical hints and tips up th…
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