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Zap-Map survey of electric car drivers uncovers key trends in Britons’ charging behaviour
Date: Friday 22 April 2022
Zap-Map, the UK’s leading app and digital platform for electric vehicle (EV) drivers to search, plan and pay for charging, is publishing the full report of its market-leading EV Charging Survey, a dee…
MVBER key focus of IAAF’s attendance at UKGBE
Date: Friday 22 April 2022
IAAF is to highlight its wide-ranging work to garages on Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulations (MVBER) at the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2022, taking place at NEC, Birmingham from 8 to 9 June.…
‘Beat the Heat’ with NAPA Water Pumps
Date: Friday 22 April 2022
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has recently released a catalogue of over 490 product numbers to kick start its new range of aftermarket water pumps. The second in a projected string of 2022 …
LIQUI MOLY’s two-stroke oil for sports
Date: Friday 22 April 2022
Kart sport is considered to be an excellent training ground for young racing drivers. Some of the best drivers in the world earned their first sporting stripes on the go-kart. LIQUI MOLY has developed…
Serenco UK added to IAAF’s growing membership
Date: Friday 22 April 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is continuing to grow its membership and has added automotive tools and equipment wholesaler, Serenco UK to its network. Established in 2000, S…
What would the vehicle of 2030 look like?
Date: Thursday 21 April 2022
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and Sytner Group have joined forces to excite the next generation of vehicle users. Separate competitions have been launched for primary and secondary pupils …
Britain moves closer to a self-driving revolution
Date: Thursday 21 April 2022
The government has confirmed planned changes to The Highway Code, responding to a public consultation, continuing to pave the way for safer, more efficient travel. The changes to the code will help en…
sales-i in pole position for the BTCC 2022 season with continued sponsorship of Power Maxed Racing
Date: Thursday 21 April 2022
sales-i, the sales enablement software with data analytics and CRM, announced its renewed sponsorship of Power Maxed Racing (PMR) for the fifth year. Power Maxed, the leading brand of cleaning and det…
Shaftec announces key appointments to drive business growth
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2022
Having entered 2022 in its strongest position yet, Shaftec has announced two important management level appointments to ensure the business is best placed for success within its chosen markets as it e…
sales-i: How to increase sustainability - by focusing on your customers
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2022
An important sustainable approach, but often overlooked is to improve your customer retention. This approach is not only more cost-effective than new customer acquisition, but also the more profitable…
BTCC legend Gordon Shedden gets set for another championship bid as GS Yuasa ambassador
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2022
Triple British Touring Car Champion, Gordon ‘Flash’ Shedden is set to continue his position as brand ambassador for GS Yuasa as the global battery manufacturer powers him on his 2022 British Touring C…
Launch Tech UK unveils diagnostics equipment for heavy commercial vehicles
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2022
Technicians specialising in heavy commercial vehicles can now complete professional diagnostics with the release of Launch Tech UK’s new PRO 5 HD+ equipment. Following continuous innovation and softwa…
Motul and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing UK look forward to further success together in 2022
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2022
Motul is delighted to continue its partnership with the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing UK works team in this year’s British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) campaign. The team, run by Cheshire-based Speedworks Mo…
ZF’s Global Remanufacturing Initiatives Support Sustainability Commitment
Date: Thursday 14 April 2022
Today, in recognition of Global Remanufacturing Day, ZF confirmed its continued commitment to remanufacturing and the resulting substantial positive impacts to the environment, economy, and product li…
Team Building at Lucas Oil
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Lucas Oil Products (UK) has added two new members. Both will be based the company’s headquarters in Anglesey, North Wales. Roo Pitt (pictured above left) becomes Marketing Coordinator. He will take ch…
Andrew Tsang joins Comline as UK sales general manager
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Comline has announced the appointment of Andrew Tsang to the senior management position of UK sales general manager. Andrew assumes responsibility for overseeing UK sales of the Comline, Motaquip and …
COVID-19 restrictions are being replaced by public health advice
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
COVID-19 will remain a public health issue and guidance for workplaces is being replaced with public health advice. You can check the latest position and timescales for the nation you are working in: …
Garage raises safety concerns over possible move to biennial MOT testing in Northern Ireland
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
An Independent garage has voiced concerns over proposals to move to biennial MOT testing following a Call for Evidence by the Northern Ireland Executive. Liam Hardy of independent garage Hardy Bros Ca…
Van Driver Tookit wins ‘Outstanding Product of the Year’ Fleet News Award
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
National Highways has won another coveted Fleet News Award, this time for its Van Driver Toolkit, developed by the Commercial Vehicle Incident Prevention Team as part of the Driving for Better Busines…
Alliance Automotive Group acquires Lausan Group in Spain
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Leading European automotive aftermarket group Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) has finalised the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Lausan Group (Lausan+Soulima). Lausan, currently majority-owned by …
IAAF Exclusive! GCA Survey calls for personal, transparent and efficient process
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
The Glen Callum Associates (GCA) Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment Survey 2022 has highlighted the importance of personal contact and how the process of recruitment should be a key tool in the sales …
More than 70 sign up to exclusive member networking event
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is set to host an exclusive networking event for its members in June, tying in with the first day of the inaugural UK Garage and Bodyshop Event…
LKQ Euro Car Parts switches Customers' Pennies donations to DEC in support of Ukraine crisis
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
LKQ Euro Car Parts has changed the beneficiary of customer donations via its charity partner Pennies to the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), to support victims of the war in Ukraine. The leading c…
IAAF membership network grows with Prestige Wheels addition
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has expanded its membership network with the addition of alloy wheel refurbishing agent Prestige Wheels. Prestige Wheels has over 20 years’ exp…
UK Garage & Bodyshop Event provides platform for entire Autotech Training offering
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Showcasing its entire training offering at the forthcoming UK Garage & Bodyshop Event (Stand A40) Autotech Training will demonstrate to visitors at the show how they can upskill their workforce to…
Electric cars need green electricity. Fuel cell vehicles need hydrogen. - a commentary from Corteco
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
There is still the need for “filling stations” for electric cars. Even if the electricity for the e-vehicle, in the absence of a Wallbox, comes out of an electric outlet, it still has to be generated.…
Ring Automotive welcomes new area sales manager
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Ring Automotive has appointed Ben Johnson as its new area sales manager, to oversee management of its aftermarket accounts across the south of England. Johnson’s new role will see him manage Ring Auto…
NGK-sponsored Hamilton remains with Team HARD. Racing in 2022
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
British racing driver Nic Hamilton – who is sponsored by ignition and sensor specialist NGK – is confirmed to drive for Team HARD. Racing’s Cupra Leon line-up for the 2022 Kwik Fit British Touring Car…
MEYLE Performance: MEYLE continues its successful motorsport sponsorship and looks forward to an exciting race season in 2022
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
MEYLE has a long-running connection to motorsport, as it plays a key role in product development, in particular as a test ground under real-life conditions. The Hamburg manufacturer is delighted to co…
BM Catalysts expands catalytic converter range with new references
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Leading catalytic converter, DPF and front pipe manufacturer, BM Catalysts, has added nine new references to its ever-expanding range. As part of its ongoing commitment to provide customers with a wid…
Ring Carnation and OSRAM to light up CV Show 2022 with next generation in power management and lighting solutions
Date: Wednesday 13 April 2022
Ring Carnation, the vehicle conversion electrical specialist, will be demonstrating the next generation of power management at the 2022 Commercial Vehicle Show, taking place 24th – 26th May, at the NE…
OSRAM driving lights shine bright in BBC Speedshop episode
Date: Tuesday 12 April 2022
OSRAM’s lighting range is in the spotlight as part of a mountain rescue-equipped Land Rover Defender feature on the BBC Two show The Speedshop. As part of the feature, Land Rover accessory brand Terra…
Mintex opens two championship seasons at Donington Park
Date: Tuesday 12 April 2022
Mintex provided the stopping power at the season openers of the Focus Cup and EnduroKA Series, which took place at Donington Park circuit 2nd-3rd April. The Focus Cup and EnduroKA Series are one-make …
Caravan & Camper Batteries – what you need to know
Date: Tuesday 12 April 2022
As with almost any vacation, taking a well-deserved break that runs smoothly and without any problems or glitches, is at the top of anyone’s wish list. And when it comes to caravans and motorhomes the…
HELLA sets the face of the Škoda Enyaq iV with an illuminated radiator grill
Date: Tuesday 12 April 2022
HELLA, the international automotive supplier, has developed a comprehensive lighting package for the Enyaq iV together with its manufacturer Škoda. The main focus is on the dynamic illumination of the…
New Philips Xperion 6000 lights star in 2022 Auto Express inspection light group test
Date: Monday 11 April 2022
The UK’s most respected testing forum for automotive products, Auto Express, has assessed two of the latest Philips Xperion 6000 workshop lights and found them to be the pick of the bunch in its annua…
Classic Motor Hub becomes latest Motul partner
Date: Monday 11 April 2022
In its ongoing expansion into the classic sector, Motul is delighted to announce that it is joining forces with Gloucestershire’s foremost historic motoring centre, the Classic Motor Hub. Situated a c…
Schaeffler introduces LuK RepSet 2CT repair solution for popular VAG DQ381 ‘wet’ double clutch system
Date: Monday 11 April 2022
Reflecting its position as a leading original equipment (OE) manufacturer and preferred partner to vehicle manufacturers around the world, Schaeffler has again responded to the needs of the independen…
MAHLE Aftermarket expands thermal management portfolio
Date: Monday 11 April 2022
MAHLE Aftermarket is expanding its portfolio to include indirect air conditioning condensers, which are becoming standard components in the air conditioning systems of modern vehicles. By continuously…
PPE at work regulations have changed
Date: Monday 11 April 2022
The new Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (PPER 2022) have now come into force. They amend the 1992 Regulations (PPER 1992). Under PPER 2022, the types of duties and r…
Arnold Clark Autoparts scoop Branch Team of the Year award
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
Arnold Clark Autoparts was named Branch Team of the Year at the CAT Awards 2022, as voted for by professionals within the automotive aftermarket. The prestigious awards ceremony took place at Manchest…
Lubricants giant Motul joins IAAF membership
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed automotive lubricants manufacturer Motul to its membership. Established in 1853, Motul is renowned in the automotive industry for …
Robinson’s racing ahead with NGK
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
Seven-time UK pro mod champion Andy Robinson returns to drag racing this month in his NGK-sponsored race car ‘Anger Management 2.0’. He will be in action at Northamptonshire’s Santa Pod Raceway over t…
CEI joins TecDoc to increase global recognition
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
CEI has decided to present their products in the TecDoc Catalogue, the leading aftermarket catalogue. The product range of the Italian parts manufacturer includes a wide range of spare parts for gearb…
UK AFCAR pushes for aftermarket inclusion in MP’s vehicle tampering debate
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
Within the transport regulatory review, the UK Government is proposing to legislate to avoid ‘tampering’ with a vehicle in a way that would render the vehicle non-compliant with its original vehicle t…
Investment key in volatile raw materials market
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
Turbocharger specialist, Melett, continues to increase its stockholding of turbocharger components, as it looks to support customers against the backdrop of a volatile raw materials market. Melett’s g…
Ring Automotive to bring latest tools & equipment to UK Garage & Bodyshop event 2022
Date: Friday 08 April 2022
Ring Automotive has announced its participation at the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2022 and will showcase its wide range of innovative tools and equipment, designed especially with technicians in m…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 9 April 2022
Date: Friday 08 April 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. LobbyingWork is ongoi…
VARTA supports Racing Team T Sport Bernau at Truck Championship
Date: Thursday 07 April 2022
As a technology partner and sponsor, VARTA is supporting the T Sport Bernau team starting this year's racing season, which has been successful for them in the FIA European Truck Racing Championship fo…
New EU rules on use of LCVs to transport goods
Date: Thursday 07 April 2022
New EU rules mean you need to apply for an International Operators’ Licence now if you want to use light goods vehicles such as vans, vans or cars towing trailers to transport goods for hire or reward…
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