IAAF Member News
Sales trends & predictions for 2022: the future is digital
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
2022 could bring about the start of a new exciting era, but what could this new world look like for the future of sales? Last year was a time of constant change, in more ways than one, we've seen lots…
Autotech host inaugural Talent Recharge event in Milton Keynes
Date: Thursday 24 March 2022
IAAF attended the Autotech Group's inaugural event, Talent Recharge 2022, which was held at the Redbull Racing's HQ in Milton Keynes. James Osbourne of the Recruitment Network, led the participants th…
Same day supply deal of Borg & Beck agreed
Date: Thursday 24 March 2022
First Line Ltd. has reached a national distribution agreement with Marathon Warehouse Distribution to supply the Borg & Beck brand to motor factors on a frequent same-day delivery service. As part…
First Line Ltd. voted Supplier of the Year at CAT Awards 2022
Date: Wednesday 23 March 2022
First Line Ltd. has been named the ‘Supplier of the Year’ at the CAT Awards 2022, as voted for by professionals within the automotive aftermarket via CAT’s website. Taking place at The Lowry Hotel in …
Lucas Oil cars in promising start to F2 season
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
Both Lucas Oil sponsored cars were in the points when the F2 motor racing season roared back into life in Bahrain, last weekend. Strong performances over two eventful races promised to deliver a far b…
IAAF adds After.Marketing agency to its membership
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed Shropshire-based marketing agency After.Marketing as their latest service member. After.Marketing offers a full complement of mark…
The opening of AS-PL España!
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
We announce that another foreign branch of AS-PL has been opened. This time we invite you to Valencia in Spain. AS-PL España is the third foreign branch of AS-PL. The first AS-PL UK Ltd. was establish…
Delphi Technologies Aftermarket awarded Premier Data Supplier Status with TecDoc®
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
At the end of 2021 Delphi Technologies Aftermarket, a brand of BorgWarner Inc., was awarded Premier Data Supplier status by TecDoc. The TecDoc catalogue provides users with optimum visibility of parts…
Fourth time in a row: HELLA again recognised by General Motors as a 2021 Supplier of the Year winner
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
Automotive lighting and electronics expert HELLA was named a GM Supplier of the Year winner in General Motors’ 30th annual Supplier of the Year awards, again in two categories: Chassis Electronics and…
REPXPERT Academy LIVE is back!
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
It has been a very long time since the last free REPXPERT Academy Live training day, when Basingstoke College of Technology hosted the Schaeffler technical team back in January 2020. With the pandemic…
Autotech Training appoints first Managing Director dedicated to the brand
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
Autotech Training has appointed Colin Gleghorn as Managing Director. The decision to create a Managing Director position responsible solely for Autotech Training, which is a division of Autotech Group…
Yuasa return to Porsche Carrera Cup as title sponsor of Duckhams Yuasa Racing
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
GS Yuasa have announced that their Yuasa battery brand, the UK market leader for automotive batteries, are to continue in the fast-paced Porsche Carrera Cup GB as joint title sponsor of Duckhams Yuasa…
Textar to join forces again with Newell and Wright Motorsport for 2022 British Truck Racing season
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
TMD Friction will once again partner Newell and Wright Motorsport in the British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) via its Textar brand. Newell and Wright Motorsport is headed up by veteran driver John…
OESAA launches garage forum profile series – first up, Oldfields Garage Services!
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
The OESAA Garage Forum profile series kicks off with Tim Benson, Oldfields Garage Services director. An independent garage in Leominster, a rural town in Herefordshire, Tim reveals his journey from be…
AS-PL donated 100,000 PLN to help Ukraine
Date: Thursday 17 March 2022
For almost 20 days we have been observing the situation in Ukraine with great regret and anxiety. In order to support humanitarian activities that are organized in our country, we decided to transfer …
DENSO group supports the humanitarian effort to help the emergency situation in Ukraine
Date: Thursday 17 March 2022
DENSO is deeply saddened by the situation in Ukraine, where many Ukrainians have been forced to flee to neighbouring countries such as the Czech Republic, Poland and Hungary. It has therefore started …
LKQ Euro Car Parts concludes International Women’s Day celebrations with Automotive 30% Club patronage announcement
Date: Thursday 17 March 2022
Annick Jourdenais, CFO of LKQ Euro Car Parts, has become a patron of the Automotive 30% Club, to conclude the business’ busy week of International Women’s Day celebrations. The Automotive 30% Club was…
NGK receives new industry environmental award
Date: Thursday 17 March 2022
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK has been presented with a prestigious new industry accolade. The company received the inaugural Environmental Award at leading UK magazine CAT’s 2022 Awards, sponsor…
Talent Recharge aims to “keep vital recruitment conversation going” at Autoinform Live Dublin
Date: Thursday 17 March 2022
The Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA) is thrilled to host Talent Recharge, powered by Autotech Group, at Autoinform Live Dublin, which takes place at the RDS on the 2nd and …
Nutexa promote benefits of mountain biking on mental health
Date: Monday 14 March 2022
Manufacturer of braking friction material Nutexa Frictions has joined forces with Total MTB, a not-for-profit community centred around the benefits of mountain biking on mental health. Nutexa Friction…
NGK backs Rouse in British Superbike Championship
Date: Monday 14 March 2022
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK is to sponsor motorcycle ace Chrissy Rouse in his full debut season in the 2022 Bennetts British Superbike Championship. The Geordie teacher returns to BMW power wit…
ZF presents Autonomous Transport Systems to UK Department of Transport: Trudy Harrison and Isobel Pastor view ZF’s Autonomous Shuttle at ZF Hub UK
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
ZF presented its autonomous shuttle as proof of its progress toward Next Generation Mobility to Trudy Harrison, UK Parliamentary Under Secretary for Transport and Isobel Pastor, Head of the Centre for…
Servicesure launches IMI-accredited EV scheme for members
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Leading garage model Servicesure has launched an innovative new scheme to help its network of 548 member garages become trusted traders for the growing EV and hybrid aftermarket. EVsure is available a…
NCSC Cyber Security Advice
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
IAAF service provider, DuoCall MSP, has highlighted recently released cyber security advice from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Many domestic reports following the development of the cyber…
NEXUS Automotive International Awards Delphi Technologies Aftermarket as its Supplier of the Year 2022
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Delphi Technologies Aftermarket, a brand of BorgWarner Inc., has been awarded Supplier of the Year by NEXUS Automotive, the global automotive aftermarket, a testament to their successful collaboration…
GS Yuasa begin construction of new UK head office and distribution centre
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK Ltd (GYSUK) have announced that construction has begun on a new headquarters and distribution centre. Work commenced on the 178,500 sq ft purpose-built facility, situated in …
BM Catalysts opens new UK site to continue to meet demand
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
UK manufacturer of catalytic converters, DPFs and front pipes, BM Catalysts, has kickstarted the year with the opening of an additional UK production plant, as part of the company’s ongoing investment…
TMD Friction technical training recognised with Coursecheck Brilliance Award
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Braking friction specialist TMD Friction has been recognised in the annual Coursecheck Brilliance Awards. TMD Friction’s continued investment in quality technical training, equipping its customers wit…
Book your space now – Talent Recharge: ‘How to gain, train and retain talent’
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Spaces are still available for a brand new event which will see leaders from all across the automotive industry come together to drive forward the skills conversation and help organisations devise and…
Glen Callum Associates offers advice on hiring and candidate engagement strategy
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
With businesses feeling the impact of a tight recruitment market, Glen Callum Associates (GCA) is offering key advice on how to develop hiring and candidate engagement strategies, while also looking a…
sales-i Webinar | Doing more with less, to sell smarter with Bickers
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Calling all product sales teams. Join IAAF member sales-i in a free webinar as they sit down with Rob Sheldon, Head of Sales, and Charlie Rawson, Website Co-ordinator from leading motorcycle product d…
LKQ Euro Car Parts CEO, Andy Hamilton highlights the importance of ongoing investment in auto:resource interview
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
auto:resource, the digital platform launched by the organisers of Automechanika & The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event, recently sat down with the CEO of LKQ Euro Car Parts, Andy Hamilton, to explor…
Platinum International Ltd.
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Established in 2002, Platinum International Limited have worked tirelessly to become the UK’s largest battery and lubricants distributor. Their commitment to customers remains consistent; to challenge…
OSRAM and Ring Workshop Solutions Van sets off to bring latest products and equipment direct to technicians
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
The fully stocked Workshop Solutions Van from automotive aftermarket specialists, OSRAM and Ring, has begun its journey throughout the UK and Ireland, teaming up with distributors to bring the latest …
vGroup International launch the Conscious Carpet
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
vGroup International, the UK’s leading supplier of floor protection to the new and used automotive sector, is committed to being at the forefront of new product developments. ‘Conscious Carpet’ is the…
GS Yuasa partner with Car Throttle to return iconic G-Wiz back to the road for the first time in a decade
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Global battery manufacturer and UK market leader for automotive, GS Yuasa, have partnered with the popular automotive YouTube channel Car Throttle. The partnership sees GS Yuasa support the overhaul o…
NGK sponsors TT legend John McGuinness
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK has announced it is to sponsor motorcycle racing legend John McGuinness at this year’s Isle of Man TT and throughout the 2022 season. The 49-year-old Englishman has …
NGK announces all-star 2022 World Speedway Championship line-up
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Long-term Speedway supporter NGK is sponsoring an all-star group of riders in the 2022 World Speedway Championship. The ignition and sensor specialist is to continue to support three-time World Champi…
M-Sport struggles in Sweden
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Rally Sweden proved to be an eventful and challenging rally for the NGK-sponsored M-Sport Ford WRC team, following the highs of Monte Carlo last month. Fast and tricky conditions in the new northern e…
Exol Lubricants to make waves with Fox in jet ski championships
Date: Tuesday 01 March 2022
Exol Lubricants will join forces with 18-year-old jet skier Danielle Fox as she takes part in the high-octane JSRA British Jetsport Championships. Fox, based near Exol Lubricants’ blending plant in Ro…
NGK achieves charity milestone
Date: Tuesday 01 March 2022
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK has achieved an impressive milestone by raising £20,000 for a leading UK charity. The company has raised the money for Macmillan Cancer Support through a series of f…
TMD Friction technical team takes on EV & Hybrid training
Date: Tuesday 01 March 2022
TMD Friction’s UK technical team has successfully passed the IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement, as the company continues to look ahead and make key investments…
Schaeffler begins tour of independent workshops on quest to ‘listen, learn and support’
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
As part of Schaeffler’s ongoing commitment to the independent sector, the company is keen to gauge the opinion of the many professional vehicle technicians that fit its original equipment (OE) parts, …
Mintex Racing on the starting grid for 2022
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Braking friction specialists TMD Friction has unveiled its Mintex motorsport calendar for 2022. Covering both circuit racing and forest rallying, Mintex will be the sole braking supplier to national c…
TMD Friction named as runner-up in motor factor supplier awards
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Braking friction specialists TMD Friction have been named as runners up in leading UK motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts’ Supplier of the Year awards. Recognising efforts in parts availability, techn…
LIQUI MOLY establishes subsidiary in the UK
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
The oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY continues its growth course in the UK and has now established the subsidiary LIQUI MOLY UK. “This will enable us to better exploit the potential offered by t…
Personnel changes to the HELLA Management Board: Michel Favre becomes Chief Executive Officer; Yves Andres takes over the Lighting Business Group
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
During its recent meeting, the HELLA Shareholder Committee resolved on the appointment of Michel Favre and Yves Andres as new members of the Management Board of HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA. Michel Favre…
NGK-sponsored M-Sport looks to continue hot start in cold climate
Date: Friday 25 February 2022
The NGK-sponsored M-Sport Ford World Rally Team is set to tackle the wintry conditions of Rally Sweden following its impressive start to the 2022 FIA World Rally Championship in Monte Carlo last month…
F-Gas qualification critical for technicians ahead of air con season, says LKQ Euro Car Parts
Date: Friday 25 February 2022
LKQ Euro Car Parts is urging technicians to ensure they are F-Gas-qualified in line with legislation that restricts who can handle R134a Refrigerant. From March, LKQ Euro Car Parts will only sell R134…
LIQUI MOLY CEO Ernst Prost says goodbye with a huge surprise
Date: Thursday 24 February 2022
Simply retiring quietly would not be in keeping with the style of this lubricant specialist's Managing Director. On his last day at work, 22 February 2022, he gave each of his 1000 colleagues a gift. …
