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Audrey Harling named Group Vice President and General Manager, Tenneco DRiV Motorparts, EMEA
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Tenneco has announced that Audrey Harling has been appointed group vice president and general manager, DRiVTM Motorparts, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA). She succeeds Andrew Sexton who has be…
Automechanika Birmingham appoints new Sales Director
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2021
To continue delivering successful events in the automotive aftermarket, Messe Frankfurt, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has appointed Grant Elrick as the company’s new Sales Director. Elrick …
Pylon Manufacturing Corporation promote Martyn Holt
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2021
Following further expansion within Western Europe, Pylon Manufacturing Corporation are pleased to confirm the announcement that Martyn Holt has been promoted from Director of Sales to General Manager …
Fueltone are delighted to announce the appointment of Graham Knight as Advisor to the Board
Date: Thursday 15 April 2021
Fueltone is strengthening its Board to include a third new member who is very experienced and well regarded in the automotive aftermarket. He is Graham Knight and he joins Mark Greenwood and Malcolm R…
Colin Fyles, RIP
Date: Thursday 15 April 2021
It was with great sadness that the IAAF learned that Colin Fyles passed away suddenly on Monday 12th April 2021. Colin had worked within the financial and credit industry for more than 40 years and lo…
Steven Fisher: Funeral and Memorial Service
Date: Tuesday 30 March 2021
The family of Steve Fisher have advised the details of his funeral service: The funeral will be held on Friday 16th April 2021, starting at 11.00 am at Telford Crematorium Due to the current restricti…
Steve says farewell to NGK
Date: Tuesday 30 March 2021
Long-serving NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd Sales Representative Steve Padbury is retiring after more than thirty years with the leading ignition and sensor specialist. Steve – fondly known as ‘Padders’ by …
Sampa UK & Ireland announce two new appointments
Date: Friday 26 March 2021
Sampa UK & Ireland the Manchester based commercial vehicle parts wholesaler are pleased to announce the recent appointment of Darren Miller (on the right) as their new Business Development Manager…
Steve Fisher, RIP
Date: Thursday 18 March 2021
It is with deep sadness we have to inform you that Steve Fisher, Managing Director at Apec, passed away on Wednesday 17th March after a short, but difficult, battle with COVID-19. Steve was a respecte…
The end of an era at Schaeffler (UK) Ltd as long-serving MD retires
Date: Tuesday 16 March 2021
Nigel Morgan, Managing Director of Schaeffler’s Automotive Aftermarket division in the UK, has decided to step aside after more than 40 years continual service with the company. Nigel’s rise to afterm…
NGK appoints new UK managing director
Date: Wednesday 10 March 2021
NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd has appointed Marko Wowczyna UK managing director, effective April 1, 2021. He replaces Tammy Suzuki who NGK says has returned to Japan after four years at the helm. Mr Wowczy…
ECOBAT’s Steve Sheppard retires
Date: Friday 26 February 2021
After more than 20 years with ECOBAT Battery Technologies (ECOBAT), Managing Director (MD), Steve Sheppard, has stepped down from his position, six years after his Parkinson’s diagnosis. Steve joined …
Chief Executive Wendy Williamson to retire in 2021
Date: Friday 19 February 2021
Heading up the Federation for more than seven years, Williamson has successfully led the IAAF through a number of changes, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the industry and as an umbrella for w…
Fueltone are delighted to announce the appointment of Malcolm Rosher and Mark Greenwood as advisors to the Board
Date: Thursday 18 February 2021
Fueltone is strengthening its Board to include two individuals who are very experienced and well regarded in the automotive aftermarket. They are Mark Greenwood and Malcolm Rosher (pictured), and they…
IAAF appoints Richard Welland as President
Date: Friday 12 February 2021
IAAF has appointed WAI UK managing director Richard Welland as its new president, taking over from Terry Knox who stepped down at IAAF’s AGM on 11 February. Richard Welland is the managing director of…
DENSO helping technicians through the winter
Date: Friday 12 February 2021
To make life easier in the workshop this winter, DENSO is offering technicians the opportunity to receive a branded beanie hat or mechanics gloves when they purchase glow plugs from a participating di…
Shaftec business drives positive changes within commercial team
Date: Wednesday 10 February 2021
As part of its 2021 strategic business plan, Shaftec has announced some major changes to its commercial team structure, to better equip the business as it enters the next stage of its development. Mar…
Duncan Richards – Obituary
Date: Monday 08 February 2021
Duncan Allen Richards 16.07.1961 – 27.01.2021 EEC is saddened to announce that on Wednesday 27th January 2021, our Director of Sales, Duncan Richards passed away following a 3-year battle with Cancer.…
TMD Friction strengthens it’s IAM commercial vehicle division
Date: Tuesday 02 February 2021
Brake friction specialist, TMD Friction, is kicking off the new year with a few changes in its Textar products and services for the commercial vehicle (CV) sector to meet ongoing demand from customers…
Simon Haynes - 9th October 1962 - 12th December 2020
Date: Thursday 21 January 2021
Following the announcement before Christmas of the sudden passing of Simon Haynes, his family have advised the IAAF of further details of the funeral. Simon passed away suddenly on the 12th December 2…
Corteco welcome new Technical Inside Sales Specialist
Date: Thursday 21 January 2021
Corteco are constantly looking for new ways to improve the value and satisfaction for customers. This includes expanding their team of professionals. Corteco are pleased to announce a new team member,…
Kerridge Commercial Systems appoints new automotive Account Director
Date: Thursday 21 January 2021
KCS is pleased to announce that Anthony Cornwall has joined the KCS Automotive Division as Account Director Automotive. Anthony brings with him a wealth of automotive experience having spent twelve ye…
New appointments for MAHLE duo
Date: Monday 11 January 2021
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has announced promotions for two of its experienced and long-serving staff members, highlighting its commitment to promoting from within. Jonathan Walker, who began his career wit…
Impression makes key appointments
Date: Monday 11 January 2021
Award-winning automotive PR and marketing agency, Impression Communications, has appointed Cheryl Griffiths as PR Account Manager and promoted Hayley Evans to the role of Senior Account Manager. Griff…
Simon Haynes, RIP
Date: Thursday 17 December 2020
It was with much sadness that we learned of the recent death of Simon Haynes. Simon founded Midland Vehicle Components in April 2000, having been in the automotive trade for many years and previously …
New Head for ZF Aftermarket
Date: Wednesday 16 December 2020
Philippe Colpron (42 years) takes over as an Executive Vice President and has the responsibilities as Head of ZF’s aftermarket division on January 1st, 2021. As well as this, he will continue to lead …
Director progresses at Melett
Date: Thursday 10 December 2020
Turbocharger and parts specialist Melett has appointed Darren Johnson to the position of Group Sales Director. Johnson, who was previously Head of Sales at Melett, will now be responsible for the exec…
Dayco's Charlie Huddleston retires
Date: Wednesday 09 December 2020
Long-time industry stalwart, Charlie Huddleston has retired after a long and distinguished aftermarket career. Having spent a considerable period of his working life with FAI, Universal Automotive and…
Kerridge Commercial Systems launches new Ecommerce Division
Date: Thursday 03 December 2020
MAM Software, a Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) company, has today announced the formation of a new strategic Ecommerce Division within the group. The company, with operations across the globe, has …
David Sedgley, Roadlink International chairman, has sadly passed away following a long illness
Date: Friday 27 November 2020
David spent his whole working life in the commercial vehicle industry, leaving school to begin work with Edmunds Walker in the early 1960s. Always championing the independent business, he established …
Loveday Ryder appointed as DVSA's new Chief Executive
Date: Thursday 26 November 2020
Loveday Ryder has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and will be starting her new role on 1 January 2021. DVSA’s purpose is to help everyone st…
Exol’s Darren Frogson becomes new UKLA president
Date: Thursday 19 November 2020
The United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA) has announced Darren Frogson, CEO of Exol Lubricants, as its new president as he prepares to embrace a period of change for the industry. As president …
Fourth and TecAlliance consolidate eparts and Order Manager sales and support services in UK & Ireland
Date: Thursday 19 November 2020
Fourth and TecAlliance have consolidated sales and support services for their eparts and Order Manager (formerly known as TecCom) products in UK and Ireland, bringing about a more centralised service,…
EAG continues its growth and welcomes Chris Burnside as a company director
Date: Friday 13 November 2020
Sancorp, the parent company of Excel Automotive Group (EAG), has increased its number of directors, as it continues with its plans to grow the number of suppliers and subsequently, the products it off…
Professor Jim Saker appointed as new President of IMI
Date: Thursday 29 October 2020
The Institute of the Motor Industry’s Annual General Meeting on 27th October 2020 saw the announcement of its new President, Professor Jim Saker, as well as the appointment of two new Vice Presidents…
Andrew Nash is the latest team member to join Ad Bell Group
Date: Tuesday 20 October 2020
During these uncertain times, Ad Bell continues to strengthen and develop the team as we build back stronger! The appointment of Andrew was key in for our growth plans within the installation team. We…
Ad Bell Group Welcomes Vehicle Wrap Technician, Olivia Cope to the growing team!
Date: Tuesday 20 October 2020
Olivia brings with her experience in vehicle wrapping, window tinting and customer service. When Olivia came for her interview, I was impressed with the bespoke colour of her VW Polo, a pearlescent gr…
New Sales Manager for Corteco UK and Ireland
Date: Thursday 08 October 2020
An outstanding addition joined Corteco who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with him. We are very pleased to announce that Nick Racklyeft joined Corteco, as sales and profit growth responsi…
Signage & Graphics Installer, Sam joins the Ad Bell team
Date: Thursday 08 October 2020
Ad Bell Group are pleased to announce the appointment of Sam, previously production manager/ installer with over 13 years’ experience in the field of signage design, fabrication and installation. Work…
LKQ Euro Car Parts appoints new HR Director to implement customer-focused people strategy
Date: Thursday 01 October 2020
Her focus for the next 12 months will be on implementing LKQ Euro Car Parts’ People Strategy, that will see its values of embracing and driving change embedded at all levels throughout the almost 11,0…
Ring waves farewell to Managing Director
Date: Thursday 17 September 2020
After a dedicated 35 years of working at the company, and with 17 years as Managing Director, George Skalski has retired from his position at Ring. George saw many changes throughout his time at Ring …
HELLA Aftermarket and Special Applications under new management
Date: Thursday 17 September 2020
Stefan van Dalen (pictured above) and Christoph Söhnchen (pictured below) have taken over responsibility for the Aftermarket and Special Applications business segments respectively at international au…
LKQ Europe Welcomes Andras Lorincz as CEO for the Company’s Central and Eastern European Business
Date: Thursday 10 September 2020
In November 2020, Andras Lorincz will join LKQ Europe bringing in-depth regional and global industry experience with him. Based in Prague, Czech Republic, Andras Lorincz will become CEO of LKQ Europe’…
New technical director at FIGIEFA
Date: Thursday 03 September 2020
FIGIEFA has announced that, after ten successful years in the role, Neil Pattemore (see below speaking at the IAAF Conference) has retired from his consultancy work for FIGIEFA as of 31st of August in…
UK government announces Automated Lane Keeping System call for evidence
Date: Thursday 20 August 2020
The UK is taking steps forward in automated technology in vehicles with the launch of a call for evidence on 18 August 2020 to help shape how innovative new systems could be used in future on GB roads…
Reg Patrick RIP
Date: Wednesday 05 August 2020
It was with sadness that we learned this week of the passing of Reg Patrick at the age of ninety. Reg headed the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF) for many years and, following his retirement, …
TecAlliance’s Peter Hollowood retires
Date: Friday 31 July 2020
Peter Hollowood from TecAlliance has taken well-earned retirement following an illustrious career in the automotive industry. Peter had worked for TecAlliance for more than 20 years, having previously…
Aspect CPM appoint Simon Mullin as Marketing Director
Date: Thursday 16 July 2020
Aspect CPM, who are a full-service events and merchandise resource agency based in Yorkshire and servicing a diverse client base worldwide, are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Mullin as t…
Schaeffler (UK) Ltd. appoints Philip Elson as Operations Manager at Hereford
Date: Thursday 16 July 2020
Schaeffler (UK) Ltd. is pleased to announce the appointment of Philip Elson as Operations Manager at its Automotive Aftermarket headquarters and warehouse facility in Hereford. Phil is a familiar face…
Autotech Recruit appoints marketing & technology director to spearhead technical developments
Date: Thursday 16 July 2020
Autotech Recruit has appointed Laurence Abbott as the company’s new marketing & technology director. The creation of this new role underpins Autotech Recruit’s objective to develop technical solut…
