News
GSF assembles all-star leadership team to accelerate growth
Date: Thursday 22 February 2024
GSF Car Parts, the fastest-growing motor factor in the country, has assembled a new leadership team comprising the best current and emerging talent in the aftermarket as part of its plans to significa…
Apec Launches Revamped Website
Date: Thursday 22 February 2024
Leading Automotive aftermarket manufacturer Apec, is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new enhanced website. The enhanced platform showcases refreshed designs, seamless navigation, and an ex…
Joint automotive networking event to celebrate International Women’s Day and encourage a more diverse industry
Date: Thursday 22 February 2024
Automechanika Birmingham is joining forces with Women Automotive Network to host a free in-person networking drinks reception on Thursday 7 March, creating a support network for females within the ind…
Servicesure finds market-leading safe and sustainable solution for lithium-ion battery waste
Date: Wednesday 21 February 2024
Servicesure has become the UK’s first national garage programme to establish a circular economy for lithium batteries as part of its EVsure scheme. Thanks to their long-standing partnership with susta…
Automechanika and Frost & Sullivan forge new partnership for Global Impact
Date: Wednesday 21 February 2024
Frost & Sullivan, the Global Growth Pipeline Company, is joining forces with Automechanika, the leading international trade fair brand for the automotive aftermarket, to enhance their offerings to…
NAPA Racing UK confirms expansive 2024 programme
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
NAPA Racing UK will chase title glory across four different championships in 2024 after today finalising its expansive racing programme for the upcoming campaign. Following a stunning 2023 season that…
First Line urges industry to keep their cool with regular cooling systems maintenance
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
As the colder weather continues to envelop the nation, First Line Ltd. is urging the industry to consider a vehicle's cooling system health, as in the chillier months, the challenge isn't just about k…
Has price replaced safety in the aftermarket?
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
Ring, a premium quality automotive lighting and auto electrics supplier, has a state of the art lighting laboratory located at its headquarters in Leeds, UK, and while testing a range of bulbs in the …
Maverick Diagnostics elevates workshop capabilities with advanced Dealer Tool Support
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
Maverick Diagnostics, a leading provider in automotive diagnostic solutions, is supporting aftermarket workshops with its Dealer Tool Support program. This comprehensive subscription service equips a…
Further growth in EV qualified automotive aftermarket workforce
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
The latest EV TechSafe data from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), the professional body for those working in automotive, has revealed a shift in the point when the number of technicians qual…
Autowave: Joining the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation the ‘right fit’ and ‘mirrors our own direction’
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
Autowave, a leading provider of car keys, key cutting, and programming equipment, is pleased to announce its recent membership to the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). This move em…
SMP Europe launches latest new to range parts
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
Engine management specialist, SMP Europe, has announced its latest range expansion across its Lucas, Lemark and Intermotor brands, to provide customers wider coverage of the ever-growing car parc, wit…
NAPA Racing UK partners with BEN automotive industry charity
Date: Tuesday 20 February 2024
NAPA Racing UK is thrilled to announce its partnership with Ben, the automotive industry charity, for the 2024 season. The partnership will commence with Ben's Race Across Britain Challenge taking pla…
DENSO introduces additional alternator and starter references to its aftermarket range
Date: Monday 19 February 2024
These additions are solely for passenger car applications, with three alternators and fourteen starters, catering for references linked to 242 OE part numbers, covering 2,219 models and almost 63 mill…
Update on HMRC Double Cab Pick Up Guidance
Date: Monday 19 February 2024
On Monday 12 February 2024 HMRC updated its guidance on the tax treatment of Double Cab Pick Ups (DCPUs), following a 2020 Court of Appeal judgment. The guidance had confirmed that, from 1 July 2024, …
First Line unveils top picks in latest range expansion
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
First Line Ltd. has bolstered its aftermarket portfolio with 50 new products, with 23 parts added to its drive shafts product category, 15 to steering and suspension, 6 to braking, 3 to filters, 2 to …
Juratek enhances braking range with new discs, hoses, and pads
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
Juratek has launched five new brake discs, four brake hoses, and one new brake pad reference in its latest range expansion to enhance its offering of aftermarket braking solutions. This update include…
Bettaparts expands range with latest caliper offerings
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
Bettaparts has launched 30 new brake calipers, broadening its aftermarket solutions for a range of popular vehicles ensuring comprehensive coverage and superior performance. Key highlights in this new…
Brembo CV Brake Discs with PVT PLUS Venting Technology
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
Many vehicle operators and fleet engineers have a strong brand preference when it comes to selecting CV disc pad brands for their trucks and trailers. However, the importance of CV brake disc brands a…
GSF Car Parts opens new Sunderland branch as part of national expansion
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
NATIONAL motor factor GSF Car Parts has begun plans to supercharge the expansion of its network in 2024 with the opening of a brand-new branch in Sunderland. This is the first of a flurry of new branc…
Protyre reinforces Delphi partnership for tailored training excellence
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
The UK’s fastest-growing tyre retailer, Protyre Autocare (Protyre) has turned to Delphi for a bespoke training programme to support its ambitious growth plans. The partnership, which began in 2018, wi…
IAAF members win big at CAT awards
Date: Friday 16 February 2024
The winners of the CAT Awards 2024 have been crowned during a day of celebration in Manchester. The annual event, held at the Lowry Hotel, welcomed more than 200 people from across the aftermarket to …
Abigayle André to host Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference
Date: Friday 16 February 2024
‘She Talks Cars’ creator will host the Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference on Wednesday 22nd May in Coventry Automotive journalist, TV presenter and content creator, Abigayle André has been named as hostes…
AutoCare Wins Prestigious Garage Concept Award at CAT Awards 2024!
Date: Friday 16 February 2024
We are thrilled to announce that AutoCare has been honoured with the prestigious Garage Concept Award at the CAT Awards 2024, marking our third consecutive win in this category! This achievement is a …
Lucas Oil Announces Executive Promotions – Morgan Lucas Named Chief Executive Officer, Katie Lucas Promoted to President
Date: Friday 16 February 2024
Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, is pleased to announce the promotion of Morgan Lucas to Chief Executive Officer and Katie …
IAAF to hold inaugral Summer Conference and Networking Event
Date: Thursday 15 February 2024
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is launching its inaugural Summer Conference and Networking Event, taking place on Wednesday 12th June at The Belfry, West Midlands. The event …
HELLA looks into lighting ‘glare’
Date: Thursday 15 February 2024
HELLA has welcomed focus on the issue of headlight glare after The RAC’s own research[i] of 2,000 UK drivers in December 2023 found 85% said headlamp glare is ‘getting worse’ on our roads. OEM headlam…
FORVIA HELLA presents pioneering “Sustainable Headlamp” concept
Date: Thursday 15 February 2024
Headlamp concept combines sustainability, functionality and performance in a cost-neutral way Headlamp reduces CO2 emissions by up to 70 percent over the entire product life cycle and cuts its weight…
Exol-powered team wins championship at Idemitsu Super Endurance 600
Date: Thursday 15 February 2024
Exol Lubricants, the UK’s largest independent lubricants company, has celebrated the triumph of its Thailand distributor, Shinsiri Ltd, at the 2023 Idemitsu Super Endurance 600. Held at Chang Internat…
Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) becomes distributor of game-changing UniClutch brand
Date: Wednesday 14 February 2024
Clutch Industries has reached an agreement with parts distributor Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) to distribute the UniClutch™ brand in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, France a…
Apec expand their Braking range with 36 new part numbers this February!
Date: Wednesday 14 February 2024
Apec has expanded the Apec Red and Apec Blue ranges with 36 new braking components this month. The Apec Red range extension consists of 9 brake discs, 1 brake pad set, 1 ABS ring, 2 caliper fitting ki…
Fras-le announces new appointments to bolster brand following acquisition
Date: Tuesday 13 February 2024
Fras-le, owner of the Juratek braking brand, has announced a number of appointments to support its growth in the UK automotive aftermarket. Paul Gibson has joined the company as CV Sales Manager worki…
IAAF to host regional meeting at Delphi Academy, Warwick
Date: Tuesday 13 February 2024
Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is hosting its first member regional meeting of 2024 on Tuesday 12 March at the Delphi Academy in Warwick. The meeting is part of the IAAF's initia…
Delphi to deliver EV conversion training with Everrati
Date: Monday 12 February 2024
Delphi has announced a new partnership which will see ‘classic and iconic’ car electrification specialist, Everrati, featured in exclusive new IMI TechSafe training from Delphi Academy focused on the …
BGA joins the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF)
Date: Monday 12 February 2024
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is excited to announce BGA as its latest member. BGA’s OEM Group supplies ‘on the road’ and ‘under the bonnet’ parts and components for Bentley…
LKQ chief sets out vision for sustainable growth at major conference
Date: Monday 12 February 2024
The new Chief Executive of LKQ UK & Ireland has outlined his commitment to long-term supplier-customer partnerships as key to driving sustainable growth across the aftermarket. Kevan Wooden was sp…
Into the blue – LIQUI MOLY launches additive for AdBlue® on the market
Date: Friday 09 February 2024
The newly developed additive protects the SCR system for exhaust gas treatment against damage. Anyone who drives a modern series-production diesel has to fill up not only with fuel, but also with urea…
Schaeffler announces 2024 REPXPERT Conference date
Date: Friday 09 February 2024
Schaeffler’s new national REPXPERT Conference for UK garages is to take place at the Manufacturing Training Centre (MTC) Coventry on Wednesday 22nd May 2024, it has been confirmed. The event, running …
It’s not a Mirage, it’s new exhausts from Klarius!
Date: Friday 09 February 2024
Klarius Products has added seven new components to its market-leading range of aftermarket exhausts, including replacement systems for the Mitsubishi Mirage 1.0 and 1.2 hatchback. Click here to view t…
Simply Brands is now on MAM!
Date: Thursday 08 February 2024
To fully assist its customers in every area, Simply Brands has ensured that its entire range of bulbs is now catalogued by vehicle application on MAM Autocat. With the vast majority of UK customers us…
Autotech Connect announces director appointments as the division scales up
Date: Wednesday 07 February 2024
Autotech Group has announced the appointment of Laurence Abbott as Managing Director of its Autotech Connect division, along with Darren Dowling as Client Services Director. Moving from his original …
First ‘INside Schaeffler’ with Jo Loughman
Date: Wednesday 07 February 2024
Schaeffler is aiming to help customers and garages get to know some of its key team members through their new ‘INside Schaeffler’ series. The aim is to look ‘behind the brands’ to show the loyalty, ex…
WABCO expands ADAS CV portfolio with additional OnLaneALERT™ Camera and OnGuard™ Radar spare parts
Date: Wednesday 07 February 2024
WABCO has extended its existing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) portfolio, with the addition of 12 WABCO OnLaneALERT™ Camera and OnGuard™ Radar spare parts for the independent aftermarket. A…
Don’t neglect cabin filter replacement: A year-round vehicle imperative, says First Line Ltd.
Date: Wednesday 07 February 2024
In the ever-changing world of vehicle maintenance, First Line Ltd. spotlights a critical, yet frequently overlooked component: the cabin filter. Operating under its esteemed Borg & Beck brand, Fir…
Nominations open for Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2024
Date: Tuesday 06 February 2024
Nominations are now open for Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2024, hosted by IAAF, which will take place on Wednesday 5 June at the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event at NEC Birmingham. Please note…
Alliance Automotive Group UK acquires Automotion Factors Limited
Date: Tuesday 06 February 2024
Alliance Automotive Group UK (AAG) has expanded its e-commerce capability by acquiring Automotion Factors Limited T/A Parts In Motion (PIM). A current member of the AAG Trading Group, PIM is a leading…
HELLA helps Volkswagen ID.7 into top spot
Date: Friday 02 February 2024
Volkswagen’s ID.7, recently named overall winner of the 2024 What Car? Safety Award, relied upon HELLA electronics to achieve top spot. The ID.7 topped a five-car shortlist, which was selected based o…
OESAA endorses Schaeffler’s REPXPERT Academy Conference
Date: Thursday 01 February 2024
Taking place at the Manufacturing Training Centre in Coventry on Wednesday 22nd May and hosted by the manufacturer responsible for renowned LuK, INA, and FAG brands, the conference is set to replicate…
DENSO launches new sensor leaflets
Date: Thursday 01 February 2024
Nowadays, the modern vehicle is fitted with a multitude of sensors to transfer operational data to its many electronic control units, to ensure it can be driven safely and to the maximum efficiency. T…
Jepson & Co: making number plates work for you for (almost) 130 years
Date: Thursday 01 February 2024
As Jepson & Co proudly marks a fantastic 130-year journey in the automotive industry, the company takes a moment to reflect on its remarkable history while eagerly looking forward to a future fill…
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