The finalists have been announced for the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2026, hosted by the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) and headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts.

As the UK transitions from winter into spring, workshops are increasingly dealing with the aftermath of months of harsh road conditions. Cold temperatures, standing water and repeated freeze–thaw cycles leave roads scarred with potholes and uneven surfaces – all of which place additional stress on critical vehicle systems, including brakes.

PACT, the exclusive distributor of TecCom and eparts in the UK and Ireland, has announced a new partnership with global high-performance lubricants and fluids supplier, Motul, to further support digitalisation in the sector.