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DENSO’s 2022 League of True Mechanics competition opens in April with a £2,000 holiday voucher among many other fabulous prizes up for grabs!
Date: Thursday 31 March 2022
The competition combines high quality, IMI accredited, online technical training and assessment, with prize winning opportunities to give technicians throughout the UK and Ireland the opportunity to b…
Comline Richardson Racing is go for 2022! Comline becomes title partner of Porsche Carrera Cup GB series contender
Date: Thursday 31 March 2022
Leading British aftermarket parts brand, Comline Auto Parts (Comline), is thrilled to announce that it has struck a title partnership agreement with Richardson Racing for the 2022 Porsche Carrera Cup …
Spotlight to shine on OSRAM’s lighting range at the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2022
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
OSRAM has revealed that it will be showcasing its wide range of OE-quality standard and upgrade bulbs, as well as its workshop solutions bulb stands, at the UK Garage and Bodyshop event. OSRAM will de…
Apec join the BTCC with Motorbase Performance
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
Apec are delighted to join this year’s 2022 British Touring Car Championship as lead sponsors of Motorbase Performance, forming Apec Racing with Beavis Morgan. Ahead of what looks to be an exciting ye…
WAI recognised with TecDoc Premier Data Supplier accreditation
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
Leading rotating electrics supplier WAI has been awarded Premier Data Supplier status by TecDoc. The TecDoc system from TecAlliance is the leading spare parts catalogue system in the independent autom…
UK on track to reach 4,000 zero emission bus pledge with £200 million boost
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
Millions of people across the country will be able to make greener, cleaner journeys as almost 1,000 green buses are rolled out with the backing of nearly £200 million in government funding. Twelve ar…
NGK suspends business operations in Russia and Belarus
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
NGK has announced it has suspended its commercial operations in Russia and Belarus until further notice. In a letter to customers, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd Managing Director Marko Wowczyna said that t…
DVSA to work with IAAF as market surveillance turns to braking
Date: Tuesday 29 March 2022
The DVSA’s Market Surveillance Unit has commenced testing the compliance of OEM and aftermarket braking components. Testing both performance and labelling in accordance with UNECE 90 Regulation, DVSA …
Philips RacingVision GT200 - recommended again by Auto Express
Date: Monday 28 March 2022
Philips RacingVision GT200 - the top of the line performance bulb in the Philips automotive lighting range, with its up to +200% brighter light than industry standard - has once again been awarded cov…
Corteco: New to range vibration control parts
Date: Monday 28 March 2022
Engine Mounting #49476438 Corteco have increased our range of vibration control parts for FAW VW. Our products are designed to meet the highest quality standards and are manufactured using the latest…
NAPA Racing UK expands into Porsche Carrera Cup GB
Date: Monday 28 March 2022
NAPA Racing UK, alongside Motorbase Performance, has today confirmed it will also field a car in BTCC support category the Porsche Carrera Cup GB Championship, with top team JTR. Joe Tandy Racing (JTR…
Global Skills Ambassador for the IMI, Herbert Lonsdale, presents the first cohort of the Bridgend College Saturday Pit Crew with their certificates
Date: Monday 28 March 2022
Held at South Wales' latest state of the art campus, the year 10 pupils spent 12 weeks developing automotive skills and developing their understanding of the industry. Lonsdale and the students are jo…
K&S McKenzie shortlisted for award
Date: Monday 28 March 2022
Carlisle based motor factor, K&S McKenzie, have been shortlisted as finalists in this year’s North West Family Business Awards in the Wholesalers category. The award ceremony will take place in Li…
IAAF fundraises for Ukraine
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has started a fundraising page for the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. The IAAF has also reached out to fellow…
Government Spring Statement: measures affecting the aftermarket
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
A full list of the Spring Statement measures that affect aftermarket businesses are set out below. Fuel DutyCutting fuel duty on petrol and diesel by 5p per litre for 12 months. The government says it…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 25 March 2022
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
An eventful week at IAAF with attendance at two events including AutoTech Recruit’s Talent Recharge at RedBull Milton Keynes and our very own Industry Briefing Session, which took place at Corteco, Ru…
The AFTERmarket Party of the Year
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
Sponsors of the IAAF Dinner in December at Milton Keynes will automatically be included as a sponsor at the IAAF Networking Drinks on 8 June at Genting Hotel, Resorts World. The IAAF has unveiled its …
HMRC calls on businesses to get ready to move to customs IT platform over the summer
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will be writing to businesses to tell them about a change to the UK’s customs systems. The letter includes information about the work under way to move to a single UK cus…
Self-driving shuttle to take to the roads around Birmingham Airport
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
A state-of-the-art self-driving shuttle will take to the roads around Birmingham Airport, transporting passengers, as part of ground-breaking trials getting underway in Solihull. This is the latest ph…
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…
Arnold Clark Autoparts revamps Ultratec brand
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
Ultratec oil, available exclusively at Arnold Clark Autoparts, has undergone a vast expansion to its range with a substantial brand refresh, revealing new branding and packaging, as the range continue…
First Line expands range with 52 new products
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
Automotive aftermarket supplier, First Line Ltd., has expanded its product offering with 52 new references. First Line Ltd. is meeting the needs of the constantly growing and aging car parc across the…
High fuel prices? How drivers can economise
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
The current prices at the filling station can bring tears to a driver’s eyes. There’s nothing we can do to change the prices per se, but there are a number of simple ways to reduce the running costs o…
Corteco - new to range products: March 2022
Date: Friday 25 March 2022
Corteco have increased our range of vibration control range and oil seals range for vehicles such as: AUDI, BMW, FIAT, FORD, MERCEDES, MITSUBISHI and TOYOTA. All products are designed to meet the high…
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…
Having trouble sleeping? advice and support from Ben
Date: Wednesday 23 March 2022
If you’re struggling with sleep, it would seem you’re not the only one! According to Ben's recent health and wellbeing survey, 1 in 2 automotive people have been affected by poor sleep. It’s recommend…
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…
First Line Ltd. expands Borg and Beck Classic Clutch range
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
Automotive aftermarket specialists First Line Ltd. has expanded its Classic Clutch product offering through its Borg and Beck brand, featuring further innovations to meet today’s exacting quality stan…
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…
IMI publishes Diversity Task Force Report
Date: Tuesday 22 March 2022
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has published the final Report from its wide-ranging Diversity Task Force. Led by IMI President, Professor Jim Saker and IMI Chief Operating Officer, Lesley W…
MAHLE releases technical bulletin on importance of cleaned cooling systems
Date: Monday 21 March 2022
Thermal management specialist, MAHLE, has reminded technicians of the importance and benefits of cleaning cooling systems following contamination. In its latest technical bulletin, MAHLE points out th…
A new launch of air springs added to the Apec range
Date: Monday 21 March 2022
Apec leaps into a new season with the launch of air springs to its flourishing range of non-braking components. Apec Air Springs are designed with comfort and excellence in mind, and by using premium …
Repair kit, brake caliper: suitable for Scania
Date: Monday 21 March 2022
Art. no.: 1.35057 replaces 1906779 The main task of the brake caliper is to convert the pneumatic pressure in the braking system into a mechanical force – in order to reduce the vehicle's speed. In th…
Hayley Pells, Avia Autos, joins IAAF Council
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
The IAAF has formed its new look council including distributors, suppliers, buying groups, service providers and garages, who come together regularly to debate industry issues and IAAF policy, ensurin…
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…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 18 March 2022
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
IAAF Dinner Sponsorship sales launch next weekSponsorship of the IAAF Conference and Annual Awards Dinner, sponsored by Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) will open next week! To support members further …
Tony East RIP
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
The IAAF has just learned that Tony East, founder of ARE and also founder of the ARE Classic Motorcycle collection in Kirk Michael on the Isle of Man, passed away peacefully on Saturday 26 February 20…
BM Catalysts appoints new purchasing manager
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
UK manufacturer of catalytic converters, DPFs and front pipes, BM Catalysts, has appointed David Chester as its new purchasing manager. With 12 years’ experience in UK manufacturing, Chester’s main ob…
Brake check with the Parts Specialists from Diesel Technic
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
In the new workshop video by the Parts Specialists, the brake system of a transporter is examined more closely and then repaired by the workshop professionals Lars and Kevin. As always, viewers get to…
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…
NEW alternator A5447S in AS-PL offer
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
Another new alternator has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The alternator has an index number A5447S and is the product of the AS brand. The alternator belongs to the Standard line - the line of products th…
MAHLE releases technical bulletin on unique servicing requirements of BMW radiators
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
Thermal Management specialists MAHLE has issued specific guidance on working with BMW radiators in its latest technical bulletin. MAHLE has reminded technicians that when installing a new radiator on …
Global supply chain takes further hit as China widens covid lockdowns
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
Multinational companies have halted some operations as China widens its Covid lockdowns - among its biggest since the start of the pandemic. Tens of millions of people across the country face restrict…
Exol Lubricants sets new standards in engine oil performance
Date: Friday 18 March 2022
Exol Lubricants’ new Optima C3 LS 0W-30 is the latest in a line of fully synthetic, low SAPS engine oils to set new standards in engine oil performance. The new generation Optima engine oil boasts out…
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