IAAF Member News
TMD Friction gains new investor for future growth
Date: Thursday 24 August 2023
TMD Friction, a worldwide leading specialist for high-quality brake friction solutions for the automotive and brake industry, confirms its sale to AEQUITA, an internationally active industrial group w…
Super results win: British Retro Title for Lynch and Lucas Oil
Date: Thursday 24 August 2023
Tony Lynch, driving his Lucas Oil-sponsored Team Geriatric Toyota MR2, secured the 2023 Retro Rallycross Championship at the Pembrey Circuit in Wales last weekend, with two rounds to go. Three heat wi…
Formula 1 and LIQUI MOLY extend partnership in new multi-year deal
Date: Thursday 24 August 2023
By now a well-established picture in the world of motorsport: The LIQUI MOLY logo on the hoardings of Formula 1 racetracks. Through the new contract, the long-established company for motor oils, addit…
Freddie and Tai star in Riga
Date: Monday 21 August 2023
Sweden’s Freddie Lindgren and Britain’s three-time world champion Tai Woffinden were the pick of the NGK-sponsored riders at the OlyBet FIM Speedway GP of Latvia. Lindgren came second to Poland’s trip…
Dan retains British Speedway title in NGK clean sweep
Date: Monday 21 August 2023
NGK-sponsored Speedway star Dan Bewley has retained his British Championship title after winning in a rain-soaked Manchester. He made it back-to-back British titles as he won the final ahead of Steve …
GSF Car Parts volunteers deliver life-changing experiences with Speed of Sight charity
Date: Friday 18 August 2023
A team of volunteers from national motor factor GSF Car Parts helped to deliver life-changing track experiences with charity partner Speed Of Sight this month. GSF, which supplies independent garages …
MJAllen Automotive renews Cyber Essentials certification
Date: Friday 18 August 2023
MJAllen Automotive, part of engineering expert MJAllen Group, has renewed its Cyber Essentials certificate for another year, having adopted best practices across the business to protect itself, custom…
“La Carrera Panamericana” drives with LIQUI MOLY
Date: Friday 18 August 2023
LIQUI MOLY is delighted to confirm a cooperation with “Carrera Panamericana”, by far the most famous race series in Mexico, which is held during October and has been around for decades. From 13th to 1…
Paul Rivett's Donington dominance
Date: Friday 18 August 2023
Convoy in the Park returned to Donington for another super-sized showcase of truck racing. The fully loaded event featured massive display areas with hundreds of show trucks, combining with headline r…
“The customer experience is everything”
Date: Wednesday 16 August 2023
Oldfields Garage, located in the market town of Leominster, is aspiring to be something different, to stand out from the crowd, while at the same time creating a norm for the independent garage trade.…
Exol takes to the Moto X track
Date: Wednesday 16 August 2023
Exol Lubricants has announced it will be sponsoring Enduro rider Kealan Harvey for 2023, as the brand looks to support young riders on the motocross track. Sixteen-year-old Kealan’s 2023 KTM 150 Endur…
Leading automotive industry names join vGI Holdings sustainable mobility event ‘Going Greener’ on 14 September 2023
Date: Tuesday 15 August 2023
In 2022 vGI Holdings held its first group open day, 'going green'. On 14 September 2023 they are 'Going Greener'. Interest for the event from group suppliers and some of the largest names in the indus…
Exeter College and Hugh Baird College in Liverpool confirmed as next OESAA Academy Live hosts
Date: Tuesday 15 August 2023
The Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association is pleased to announce that Exeter College and Hugh Baird College in Liverpool will host the next two OESAA Academy Live events. Banner Batteri…
LKQ Academy to upskill another 1,000 technicians in hybrid and EV by Christmas
Date: Tuesday 15 August 2023
Leading training provider LKQ Academy has committed to upskilling another 1,000 technicians in servicing hybrid vehicles (HVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) by the end of 2023, as part of its continued …
Textar marks 110 years of premium braking performance
Date: Tuesday 15 August 2023
TMD Friction’s premium aftermarket braking brand Textar celebrated its 110th anniversary this July, marking an impressive milestone of more than a century’s supply of high-end braking products. Founde…
The aftermarket needs an update!
Date: Friday 11 August 2023
Automotive data and cataloguing specialist, Elcome, is calling on the aftermarket to update its data or risk losing business to the main dealer networks. The company, home to the ONCE online catalogui…
Coates wins at Croft
Date: Friday 11 August 2023
NGK-sponsored Max Coates’ debut season in the Porsche Sprint Challenge GB kicked up a gear at the latest round at Croft Circuit, the Yorkshireman’s home venue, when he recorded three podium places inc…
Motul goes to the movies!
Date: Thursday 10 August 2023
Motul is proud to be featured in one of this summer’s big movie releases – Gran Turismo - which is based on the real-life story of how the Sony PlayStation top-selling game turned the dream of gamers …
Diesel Technic Italia S.R.L. opens second location
Date: Thursday 10 August 2023
With this second logistics location, Diesel Technic Italia S.R.L. further optimises its service offering and thus guarantees even faster deliveries, especially for southern Italy and the islands. The …
Indulge in a delicious duo: GS Yuasa sweeten the deal with Tunnock’s biscuits
Date: Monday 07 August 2023
GS Yuasa, the globally renowned Japanese battery manufacturer and UK market leader, is set to continue its highly successful partnership with Tunnock's, the iconic confectionery brand. As part of the …
Great Britain wins silver in Poland
Date: Monday 07 August 2023
The Great Britain Speedway team – which is sponsored by Niterra UK Ltd – has narrowly failed to become World champions after being pipped to the title by Poland at the Monster Energy FIM Speedway Worl…
AvailableCar workshops gain with structured Delphi training
Date: Monday 07 August 2023
Used car supermarket group, AvailableCar has embarked on a continual development programme with Delphi, investing in the upskilling of its workshop technicians as the vehicles it processes continue to…
GSF media statement
Date: Friday 04 August 2023
GSF Car Parts statement has issued a statement in response to the completion of the acquisition of Uni-Select on 1 August 2023. GSF Car Parts President and COO Sukhbir Kapoor said: “GSF Car Parts will…
NAPA Racing UK supports the Race Against Dementia
Date: Friday 04 August 2023
NAPA Racing UK will be celebrating our 50th BTCC race in Race 2 at Knockhill on Sunday 13th August 2023. To celebrate, we have something very exciting planned for our dedicated fans. Knockhill holds a…
Charlie stars at the Nürburgring
Date: Friday 04 August 2023
NGK ambassador Charlie Martin claimed another class podium in round three of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe championship at the iconic Nürburgring GP circuit after racing from last place to third…
Bewley leads Great Britain to Speedway World final
Date: Monday 31 July 2023
Dan Bewley has led the Niterra UK Ltd-backed Great Britain team to the final of the Monster Energy FIM Speedway World Cup after the Lions powered to victory at semi-final 1 in Wroclaw. Cumbrian racer …
Arnold Clark Autoparts launches new trade website
Date: Monday 31 July 2023
National motor factor, Arnold Clark Autoparts, has launched a brand new trade website for all trade businesses in the UK, including customers at Arnold Clark Autoparts hub sites, to offer 24/7 access …
SMP Europe brings automotive industry to global sport display with corporate hospitality
Date: Friday 28 July 2023
Engine management specialist SMP Europe has successfully enhanced its customer experience with the use of its corporate hospitality suite, bringing the automotive aftermarket to the Ice Hockey World C…
IAAF expands membership with NRF
Date: Friday 28 July 2023
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has extended its roster of members with the addition of manufacturer and leading supplier of automotive aftermarket parts and industrial coolin…
HGV Direct enhances its recruitment strategy with GCA partnership
Date: Friday 28 July 2023
HGV Direct has announced an exclusive partnership agreement with Glen Callum Associates (GCA), who will be managing the parts distributor’s recruitment by providing a specialist package that includes …
Kevan Wooden, chief commercial officer, LKQ Euro Car Parts: The new kids on the block
Date: Friday 28 July 2023
Which country manufactures more vehicles than anywhere else? If you guessed Japan or Germany, then you’d have been wrong. It is China. A particular strength is in EVs where BYD (Build Your Dreams) is …
Hills Numberplates joins IAAF membership
Date: Friday 28 July 2023
Manufacturer of number plate components, registration plates and number plate production systems, Hills Numberplates, has joined the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) membership. Th…
Schaeffler REPXPERT Academy Live returns to Greater Manchester in October
Date: Tuesday 25 July 2023
Schaeffler has announced the date of its next REPXPERT Academy Live roadshow, which will take place at Tameside College Ashton-under-Lyne on Saturday 21st October 2023. Due to the popularity of these …
DENSO explores solid oxide electrolysis cell technology to produce green hydrogen
Date: Tuesday 25 July 2023
Through a pilot programme, the DENSO Corporation plans to use a SOEC*1 (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell), a device developed by the company that produces green hydrogen through electrolysis of high-temp…
MJAllen Automotive recognised as TecDoc® Premier Data Supplier
Date: Tuesday 25 July 2023
MJAllen Automotive, part of engineering expert MJAllen Group, has been awarded TecDoc® Premier Data Supplier status by world-leading automotive aftermarket data company TecAlliance. The renewed status…
Video series launched to help garages make more money
Date: Tuesday 25 July 2023
A brand-new online video series has been launched to help independent garage owners maximise their workshop’s efficiency, profitability and long-term success. Tea Break Talk is set to be the latest an…
BM Catalysts points to positive future for hot end emissions products
Date: Friday 21 July 2023
BM Catalysts, Europe’s leading manufacturer of hot end emissions products, is experiencing significant growth, as it continues to invest in upcoming technology and expand its product range to meet inc…
Bewley battles to victory in Sweden
Date: Friday 21 July 2023
British Speedway star Dan Bewley – who is sponsored by NGK – has raced to a dramatic victory at the Holmgrens Bil FIM Speedway GP of Sweden – Malilla. The Cumbrian snatched his third Speedway GP win i…
SMP Europe’s star-studded Golf Day raises money for breast cancer charities
Date: Friday 21 July 2023
Engine management specialist SMP Europe’s first annual Golf Day was held at the iconic Hollinwell golf club in Nottinghamshire on Wednesday 12th July, raising over £1,500 for breast cancer charities, …
JURATEK-sponsored Árón Taylor-Smith encouraged by pace at mid-season break
Date: Tuesday 18 July 2023
JURATEK-sponsored British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) star Árón Taylor-Smith says he is encouraged by his pace over the first half of the season and expects to mount regular podium challenges over…
SMP Europe launches next day delivery service from European facility
Date: Tuesday 18 July 2023
Engine management specialist SMP Europe, the home of Intermotor, Lemark and Lucas brands, has launched a new next day delivery service from its European distribution facility in Poland. The distributi…
BorgWarner Aftermarket committed to sustainable operations
Date: Tuesday 18 July 2023
As part of the company’s focus on sustainable mobility and providing innovative solutions for vehicle electrification, BorgWarner is committed to reducing the carbon footprint of its facilities worldw…
Alliance Automotive Group unveils revolutionising product delivery and transport efficiency in new Rotherham NDC
Date: Tuesday 18 July 2023
Alliance Automotive Group (AAG), a leading global distributor of automotive parts and accessories, has recently announced its brand-new National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Rotherham. The cutting-edg…
Win exclusive MotoGP™ prizes to celebrate Yuasa's 10th anniversary with HRC Repsol Honda
Date: Monday 17 July 2023
GS Yuasa, the world's leading battery manufacturer and proud sponsor of the HRC Repsol Honda Team in MotoGP™ with their Yuasa brand, is excited to announce the launch of a thrilling social media compe…
Autotech Training strengthens its offering by acquiring unique state-of-the-art EV training vehicle
Date: Monday 17 July 2023
Autotech Training has become one of only five global owners of an Electude Connect - Electric training vehicle to support the delivery of its IMI accredited EV training courses. Initially created for …
SMP Europe announces it has raised £28,000 for Charity
Date: Thursday 13 July 2023
SMP Europe is pleased to announce that through its partnership with Ice Hockey UK, it has raised £28,000 to be donated to Breast Cancer Charity. As principal sponsor of Ice Hockey UK and the GB teams,…
Motul and Caterham join forces again for Goodwood Festival of Speed
Date: Thursday 13 July 2023
Motul returns to this week’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in conjunction with Caterham, whose stand the global oil company will share. Motul supplies the UK sports car constructor as an OE partner with …
Digraph joins the LKQ family in the UK & Ireland
Date: Wednesday 12 July 2023
Digraph, the UK’s leading independent aftermarket commercial parts distributor specialising in HGV, coach and bus parts, has been acquired by LKQ Corporation. The deal sees Digraph join an expanded gr…
Striking van wrap drives home power partnership
Date: Wednesday 12 July 2023
A striking van wrap design is being used to drive home the developing association between leading European O/E battery manufacturer, Banner, and The Shortis Group, one of the UK’s foremost automotive …
DENSO highlights its carbon neutrality achievements
Date: Tuesday 11 July 2023
DENSO has recently held a series of seminars that together bring into focus the extraordinary lengths the company is going to in order to achieve its 2035 carbon neutrality targets, develop key emissi…
