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Significant CO2 savings possible: latest-generation diesel engines approved for fuels made from residual and recycled materials
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
Volkswagen plans to reduce the carbon footprint of its fleet in Europe by 40 percent by the year 2030. The company is therefore increasingly focusing on fully and partially electric vehicles. As a fur…
IMI EV qualified technicians urged to get IMI TechSafeTM recognised for potential 10% earning premium
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is tackling the current EV skills gap with a campaign to ensure those with IMI EV skills have the proper recognition. With the rapid advances in electric vehi…
Government funding targeted at more affordable zero-emission vehicles as market charges ahead in shift towards an electric future
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
As sales of plug-in cars, vans and motorcycles increase, the government has announced that the grant scheme for zero-emission vehicles has been updated to target less expensive models, allowing the sc…
New Tyres Courses at OurVirtualAcademy.com
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have released two new courses in their Tyres suite. With winter fast approaching, and with snow already on the ground in some areas, tyres and the grip th…
IAAF office holiday times
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
The IAAF Office will close for the Christmas and New Year holidays on Wednesday 22 December 2021 and will reopen on Wednesday 5 January 2022. We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our mem…
Partbusters first to market on Dayco UK steering and suspension range
Date: Thursday 16 December 2021
Tech innovator and automotive parts and crash repair products supplier, Partbusters, has partnered with automotive aftermarket giant, Dayco UK, to be first to market on its new steering and suspension…
Maverick Diagnostics becomes latest IAAF member
Date: Wednesday 15 December 2021
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) continues to bolster its membership for 2021, through welcoming diagnostic tool and vehicle technical support brand, Maverick Diagnostics, to i…
HELLA’s Digital FlatLight enables customisable light signatures and communication
Date: Tuesday 14 December 2021
What is important in headlamp development – minimising installation space, increasing efficiency, design freedom and the degree of individualisation – also applies to rear lighting. For some time, rea…
KYB EKS JC Driver Wins WRX Championship
Date: Tuesday 14 December 2021
The 2021 World Rallycross Championship has been won by KYB EKS JC driver Johan Kristoffersson, in a dramatic, snowy final weekend of racing at the Nürburgring in Germany. Swedish driver Kristoffersson…
Brembo unveils use of its braking systems at the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Date: Monday 13 December 2021
Brembo has produced information on the use of its braking systems at the recent Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. These include: The circuit identity card with all the information on all the braking sections, in…
The Diesel Technic Group looks back on a successful year of business
Date: Monday 13 December 2021
Another year in Covid-19 times is coming to a close. It was learned how to cope with the crisis and to adapt. The Diesel Technic Group has a positive balance for 2021 thanks to strong partnerships wit…
NAPA Racing arrives in the UK!
Date: Monday 13 December 2021
NAPA are delighted to announce the launch of the NAPA Racing UK team, securing a place in next year’s Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). 2022 marks the next stage in NAPA’s rapid growth…
Prominent Russian automotive award to Lesjöfors
Date: Friday 10 December 2021
In November, the Lesjöfors brand won the World Automotive Component WAC (Russia MAK) 2021 award for “contribution to the development of the automotive components industry”. More than 5,000 people at t…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 10 December 2021
Date: Friday 10 December 2021
A summary of some of the activities undertaken by the IAAF Secretariat on behalf of the membership and the wider aftermarket during an extremely busy week. Feedback from conferenceThank you for the ex…
A Christmas party – It’s all fun and games until…
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Christmas work parties – they can be either eventful… or not. But, the Scrooge at Christmas needs to remind you there is still a risk of vicarious liability at any work social event. Lawgistics, the …
500,000 European jobs threatened with the end of combustion vehicles in 2035
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Clepa, the European federation of equipment manufacturers, estimates that an industrial approach based solely on electric vehicles would lead to the loss of 500,000 jobs, saying only a more open techn…
HSE spot checks – business support on work-related stress
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Questions on work-related stress form part of HSE’s COVID spot check programme as they support businesses to work safely. The spot check programme ensures business are working safely and continuing to…
UK Garage and Bodyshop Event offers fresh perspective for bodyshop sector
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
The new UK Garage and Bodyshop Event has revealed its theme will be ‘Training, Technology and Tools’, as the event hosts a showcase of new technologies, products and training initiatives from leading …
How to deliver the goods this festive season - advice from sales-i
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Like every salesperson in manufacturing and distribution, we know it's never too early to think about festive season supply chains. So we're kicking off Winter by looking at the next few months and of…
More orders, fewer returns - AAG relies on TecDoc to further increase e-commerce success
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
In the automotive sector, digitisation and Covid-19 have triggered a long-term disruption. As consumers shift to digital platforms, e-commerce in the automotive aftermarket is expanding. Alliance Auto…
Racing stars flock to NGK at Motorcycle Live
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Ignition specialist NGK is attracting a host of stars to its stand at Motorcycle Live. The company has long been synonymous with the two-wheel bike scene both on the road and in the motorcycling racin…
F2 Victory for the Lucas Oil-sponsored car
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
New Zealander Marcus Armstrong sped to victory (15pts) in the First Sprint Race in the F2 Championship at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Saudi Arabia, last weekend. It was his first F2 win, his first …
FAG shows depth of coverage with latest vehicle focus update
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Workshops trust Schaeffler’s LuK, INA and FAG brands to deliver genuine original equipment (OE) quality and reliability, and the addition of a recently launched range of steering & suspension comp…
New appointment for Melett to support digital marketing activity
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Automotive aftermarket turbocharger specialist, Melett, has announced the appointment of Rebecca Johnson as Marketing Executive, to help develop and support the brand’s marketing activities. Johnson h…
Brake Engineering pays tribute to team during 40th celebration
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Brake Engineering has marked its 40th anniversary by inviting all staff at its Wrexham-based site to a Covid-safe event, celebrating the support, hard work and dedication of staff over the past four d…
Borg & Beck encourages wiper replacement this winter
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
With the winter weather drawing in, First Line Ltd. is urging technicians to promote the importance of appraising and potentially replacing the wiper blades. Being constantly exposed to changing weath…
IAAF Virtual Conference 2021 - Main Sponsors
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
The IAAF would like to thank Automotive Recruitment Alliance, Boswell Aftermarket, Comma Oil, Corteco, Ecco Safety Group, FAI Automotive, First Line, LKQ Euro Car Parts, Lucas Oil, MEYLE, NGK Spark Pl…
Autotech Academy invests in the future with sponsorship of IMI Student Membership
Date: Thursday 09 December 2021
Autotech Academy, a division of the automotive sector’s training and recruitment specialist, Autotech Group, is putting the focus on the next generation of automotive professionals in its new sponsors…
LIQUI MOLY in every motorcycle from Beta
Date: Tuesday 07 December 2021
The German oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY is continuing its collaboration with the Italian motorcycle manufacturer Betamotor. Since 2014, all new motorcycles have been delivered with oil from …
Diesel Technic Product Portrait: 1.12557 Fuel level sensor
Date: Monday 06 December 2021
Fuel level sensors measure the fuel level in the fuel tank. The level is indicated on the fuel gauge. To enable the display of the fuel level, an analog fuel level sensor is integrated in the fuel tan…
Schaeffler takes the top spot in the IAAF’s ‘Pride of the Aftermarket’ awards
Date: Monday 06 December 2021
During the IAAF ‘Aftermarket for the Future’ virtual conference, Schaeffler, the renowned original equipment (OE) component and system manufacturer, claimed the coveted ‘Car Supplier of the Year’ titl…
Get ready for busy winter of brake checks, advises LKQ Euro Car Parts
Date: Monday 06 December 2021
LKQ Euro Car Parts is advising garages to prepare for a busy winter of brake checks, as a combination of potential piston damage and rust build-up threaten to create the perfect storm. The parts provi…
DENSO- Charging on the move
Date: Monday 06 December 2021
The electric vehicle (EV) revolution that is so obvious on the street is also setting the pace in the workshops as training and knowledge of EV technology is now a major aftermarket trend, as the EV i…
Support from HMRC - Making Tax Digital
Date: Friday 03 December 2021
Since April 2019, VAT-registered businesses with a turnover above the VAT threshold must keep VAT records digitally and send returns using Making Tax Digital (MTD) compatible software. From April 2022…
IAAF virtual conference urges aftermarket to gear up in the race to futureproof the industry
Date: Friday 03 December 2021
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has urged the industry to gear up for change in its fittingly titled virtual conference, ‘Aftermarket for the Future’, as it provided a detaile…
IAAF Virtual Conference 2021 - Headline Sponsor - Alliance Automotive Group
Date: Friday 03 December 2021
The IAAF would like to thank Alliance Automotive Group for agreeing to be the Headline Sponsor for the 2021 IAAF Virtual Conference held on Thursday 2 December 2021. This was the second time the Confe…
The ‘Pride of the Aftermarket’ celebrated at IAAF virtual conference
Date: Friday 03 December 2021
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has announced the winners of its ‘Pride of the Aftermarket’ award ceremony, as it continues to celebrate the individuals and businesses who hav…
Exol receives first approval from BMW
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
Leading lubricants supplier, Exol, is delighted to announce it has received its first approval from BMW for its Optima C5 LSOV 0W-20 (M520) oil. This lubricant is designed for use in the latest BMW pe…
GSF Car Parts opens new branches in Bournemouth and Warrington
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
National motor factor GSF Car Parts has opened two new branches in Bournemouth and Warrington this week. The move is part of the company’s focus on growth and expansion following its recent rebrand fr…
Automotive charity Ben announces partnership with wellbeing experts Wellonomics
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
Past and present automotive industry workers will be given expert help to tackle everyday issues such as poor sleep, low mood and job worries through a digital platform specially developed to support …
Award-winning innovation: MEYLE receives TOP 100 Innovation Award
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
Back in March, the Hamburg-based manufacturer MEYLE was awarded the TOP 100 Innovation Award. This makes MEYLE one of the most innovative companies in the German SME sector. Last Friday, November 26, …
Schaeffler to buy ‘green steel‘ from Swedish start-up company H2greensteel
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
After recently announcing its target of becoming climate-neutral by 2040, Schaeffler has entered into an agreement with Swedish start-up company H2greensteel (H2GS), to annually purchase 100,000 tons …
NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd - sales awards
Date: Thursday 02 December 2021
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK has been honouring members of its sales team. The original equipment (OE) supplier of spark plugs, glow plugs, NTK Lambda and other engine management sensors, presen…
Introducing the new portable jump starter from Launch UK
Date: Monday 29 November 2021
Launch UK has unveiled its newest jump starter, the ESP-150 Battery Booster Jump Starter, in time for the winter season to help keep vehicles moving. According to the AA, a flat battery is one of the …
Dayco adds electric water pumps for electric, hybrid and ICE vehicles to its growing thermal management aftermarket offering
Date: Monday 29 November 2021
Reflecting its 110-year history of engineering excellence, Dayco, a leading engine products and drive systems supplier for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, is further expanding i…
IAAF adds MEHA Automotive to its membership
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has grown its membership further with the addition of leading supplier of metalliferous products, MEHA Automotive UK. MEHA Automotive UK produc…
IFA Annual Awards 2021
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
The IFA annual dinner took place this year at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester on 20th November. A great turnout of 168 guests from across the automotive industry were invited to thank them all for their…
Voting is now open for IAAF’s 'Pride of the Aftermarket' awards
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
Voting is now open for the IAAF 'Pride of the Aftermarket' awards. This year we received a high number of nominations and the shortlist has now been unveiled. The categories include Car Supplier of th…
IAAF Virtual Conference 2021 - register now
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
There is now less than one week to go to the IAAF Virtual Conference 2021, headline sponsored by Alliance Automotive Group (AAG). The conference will be titled Aftermarket for the Future, as the event…
IAAF activity report w-e 26 November 2021
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
A summary of some of the activities undertaken by the IAAF Secretariat on behalf of the membership and the wider aftermarket during an extremely busy week. LobbyingThis week the IAAF, in support of UK…
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