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Thinkcar UK show offers extended nationwide
Date: Monday 20 May 2024
A fantastic deal giving Mechanex Harrogate visitors access to an extra year’s software on a pair of Thinkcar UK tools, that is also available to UK Garage and Bodyshop Event (UKGBE) visitors next mon…
Simply Brands’ wiper blades succeed in independent lab tests
Date: Monday 20 May 2024
Leading supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, Simply Brands, commissioned an independent test for its recently launched wiper blade range - and passed with flying colours! T…
First Line adds 25 references to increasingly growing range
Date: Monday 20 May 2024
First Line Ltd. is continuing to expand its product range with the introduction of 25 new products across multiple product categories, catering to the diverse needs of the automotive aftermarket. Amon…
Belron celebrates ruling in the Regional Court of Cologne in favour of Carglass Germany and ATU
Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
The decision from the Regional Court of Cologne re-affirms the principles established by the European Court of Justice (“ECJ”) on 5 October, 2023, in the matter of Secure Gateways. The ruling reinforc…
Entries open for The Blend Awards 2024
Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
Entries for The Blend Awards 2024 have opened ahead of the highly anticipated annual conference and networking event for independent garage owners, which takes place at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingha…
Mental health issues affecting 1 in 4 automotive industry workers
Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and automotive industry charity, Ben, has launched a new report revealing results from its latest survey, in which over 1 in 4 automotive workers (27%) reported issu…
ZF Aftermarket kickstarts the year with the introduction of more than 387 new parts in the UK
Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
· 387 parts added across Lemförder, SACHS, TRW and BOGE brand lines · Nearly 2,000 additional vehicle references covered · ZF Aftermarket remains committed to providing high-quality …
MEYLE expands electronics and sensor portfolio by over 300 references
Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
130 new references in the area of assistance systems alone and more than 170 in the area of engine and transmission management, with another 300 references in the pipeline New references for wash wa…
How can garages help their customers' cars run more efficiently?
Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
A quick search for "how to make my car run more efficiently" in a search engine will likely return results such as removing a roof box, gentle driving, avoiding carrying excess weight, and the age-old…
A full range of spare parts for lighting: all strictly of OEM quality
Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
Magneti Marelli Part & Services offers in the aftermarket a range of original-quality lighting systems developed by Marelli Automotive Lighting, a global leader in the sector. With over 5,000 refe…
Comline Group relocation on-track
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
Move to Bedford Commercial Park edges closer to completion. (LUTON, 14th May 2024) Comline Group’s highly anticipated relocation to Bedford Commercial Park is progressing well and on-track, the global…
Factor Sales shows inflation discrepancies between ICE and EV components
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
(14th May 2024, London, UK) Factor Sales, a leading market measurement data provider, can reveal a clear divergence in inflation rates between ICE-only parts and those compatible with both EVs and ICE…
Autoelectro addresses key remanufacturing questions
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
(BRADFORD, 14th May 2024) – Autoelectro has led the charge in remanufacturing for nearly 40 years. Specialising in starter motors and alternators, the Bradford-based company is proud of its outstandin…
REPXPERT Conference t-shirts to raise money for Ben
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
Limited edition run of ‘I was there’ REPXPERT Conference t-shirts available for £5.00 with all proceeds going to Ben. Hereford | May 14, 2024| Schaeffler is set to help raise essential funds for ind…
UK Garage and Bodyshop Event unveils host of special offers and savings on essential equipment and services
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
UK, 14 May 2024. The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event is set to return to the NEC in Birmingham on 5th – 6th June and is firmly becoming a must-attend for garage professionals seeking to enhance their bus…
MAHLE battery diagnostic solution E-HEALTH Charge successfully launched in Europe
Date: Monday 13 May 2024
· Fastest static battery diagnosis currently available on the market · The product consists of the E-CHARGE 20 battery charger and the E-HEALTH app · The solution provides reliable informa…
Delphi Academy unveils major expansion plans
Date: Monday 13 May 2024
Delphi Academy is undergoing a significant expansion project to meet the evolving needs of UK workshops. With a half-a-million-pound investment, the Warwick-based Delphi Academy will double in size by…
Mercedes tops Hella Gutmann’s macsRemote requests
Date: Monday 13 May 2024
Mercedes-Benz is the most ticketed vehicle manufacturer (VM) on Hella Gutmann’s macsRemote Services, new data analysis shows. The three-pointed star accounted for 12.2 per cent of all remote diagnosti…
Automotive Training Academy: Tiana’s journey and Maverick Diagnostics’ commitment to industry’s future
Date: Monday 13 May 2024
(WREXHAM, 13th May 2024) – A participant of the latest Automotive Training Academy (ATA) course has encouraged fellow industry professionals “to grab the opportunities when they’re presented” to ensur…
WAI appoints Luke Taylor as new Key Account Manager
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
WAI has appointed Luke Taylor as Key Account Manager UK & Ireland as the business continues to grow across all product groups and industries. Taylor, previously Key Account Manager at Sogefi Group…
PDP member BullsEye announces employee buyout
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
PDP member BullsEye Superfactors Limited has announced the sale of the business to an employee-owned trust. The eight-figure deal, financed by NatWest, is a significant milestone for the South Yorks…
LIQUI MOLY sponsors the largest Porsche 356 meeting in the world
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
The International Porsche 356 Meeting takes place in Portugal and brings together the owners of the first Porsche model to be produced and an exceptional guest. With the support of LIQUI MOLY Iberia, …
Tow, tow, tow your boat – or anything else with Ring!
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
While Ring is primarily known for its renowned lighting range, the company covers a vast array of accessories and components that are ideal in upselling situations. An offering that would be perfect t…
TechMan to sponsor Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards for 2024
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
TechMan has announced it will once again be sponsoring the IAAF hosted, Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards for 2024, for the Best Customer Service category. The awards ceremony will be held on 5 J…
Apec expand their Braking range with 49 new part numbers this May!
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
Apec has expanded the Apec Red and Apec Black ranges with 49 new braking components this month. The Apec Red range extension consists of 47 new parts added, including 8 brake calipers, 4 brake drums, …
Melett increases the output of new products and components
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
• Melett has increased its range by adding new products and components to its portfolio at the beginning of 2024 • Prominent releases include a complete turbocharger for th…
Minister announces way forward to reduce MOT waiting times
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced the introduction of one-year temporary exemption certificates (TECs) for some private cars to help reduce MOT waiting times. DfI Minister John O'Dowd …
Automated Vehicles Bill to receive Royal Assent: The IMI urges government to urgently understand automotive aftermarket skills requirement
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
The Automated Vehicles Bill 2024 is set to receive Royal Assent, providing a pathway to the future of autonomous travel within the UK. However, the Institute of the Motor Industry, the professional bo…
Housing Market Update from Prosperity Mortgages - May 2024
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Prosperity Mortgages has released a housing market update. To view the update click here
Shaftec Automotive components announces sales management update
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Birmingham-based remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has announced that Sales Director Tom Curtis will be leaving the company at the end of April. Tom joined Shaftec in July 2010 and has spent a great d…
GSF Car Parts launches first ‘TechFest’ event to be held at Wembley, with free admission
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Led by GSF Car Parts, in collaboration with over 50 leading suppliers such as Schaeffler, Yuasa, Comma and Delphi, TechFest Garage Technology Festival Wembley, will be held on June 13 2024 at Wembley.…
BGA Secures 2024 Prestigious King's Award for Enterprise in International Trade
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
BGA, a leading supplier of OEM quality Engine, Steering and Transmission automotive parts, is proud to announce that it has been honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade 2…
Summer Conference Line-up unveiled
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
IAAF has unveiled its speaker line-up for its summer conference 2024, which takes place Wednesday 12 June at the Belfry Hotel & Resort, Sutton Coldfield. The Federation is launching its first Summ…
Acrisure’s Sutton Winson bolstered by two new acquisitions
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Acrisure, a global fintech leader, has announced that its largest acquired UK company, Sutton Winson, has completed two acquisitions, further expanding its footprint in south-east England. Most notabl…
MAHLE Aftermarket revolutionises oil seal installation with PTFE technology and expert advice
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
· Advancements in oil seal technology see PTFE oil seals now available · MAHLE Aftermarket highlights comprehensive range of PTFE oil seals via Victor Reinz brand · MAHLE offers best…
Apec Truck Launches ABS Rings
Date: Thursday 09 May 2024
Apec Truck, a leading aftermarket manufacturer in the commercial vehicle industry, proudly announces the addition of Apec Truck ABS Rings to its extensive commercial braking catalogue in the UK. Cra…
More than half of vehicles have dangerous tyres
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Ring has partnered with Tyre Safe and the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue service to conduct tyre pressure and tyre tread depth checks, with concerning results. To raise awareness of tyre safety, Tyre …
Continental Direct (CD) embraces electronic trading as it opens up brand to wider audience
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Multi-product brand invests in service to aid growth Automotive parts supplier Continental Direct (CD) has integrated electronic trading into its business to support the brand’s continued growth in th…
Imexpart announces latest range expansion
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Imexpart (IMEX) has announced its latest expansion of its product line-up with the introduction of Champion Spark Plugs and Glow Plugs tailored for car and LCV applications. This addition solidifies i…
Xchecker by Elcome now delivering data via TecDoc’s new IDP
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Elcome, innovators in aftermarket data cataloguing and authoring solutions, is excited to reveal that its game-changing cataloguing software, Xchecker, can deliver data via the new Instant Data Proces…
BM Catalysts to unveil new initiatives at UK Garage and Bodyshop Event
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Europe's leading manufacturer of aftermarket hot end emissions products, BM Catalysts, is gearing up to launch a dedicated garage campaign, including two new online platforms, at the upcoming UK Garag…
A1 Motor Stores joins international trading group Global One Automotive (1)
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Strategic alliance set to strengthen A1 members’ competitiveness A1 Motor Stores, a leading automotive aftermarket buying and distribution group, is proud to announce its partnership with Global One …
Schaeffler unveils REPXPERT Conference panel lineup
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Keynote session at REPXPERT Conference to encourage knowledge-sharing, discussion and debate, led by five industry-renowned experts Hereford | May 8, 2024| Schaeffler has announced a distinguished l…
Banner Charges Ahead In Oval Track Racing
Date: Wednesday 08 May 2024
Having last year embraced the adrenaline-fuelled realm of oval track racing here in the UK, Banner - one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of batteries and battery accessories – is going that extra mi…
FORVIA receives two 2024 Automotive News PACEpilot recognitions
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
FORVIA, the world’s seventh-largest automotive technology supplier, combining the complementary strengths of Faurecia and HELLA, received two 2024 Automotive News PACEpilot Innovation to Watch recogni…
ZF Aftermarket UK set to showcase latest training initiatives and innovations at UKGBE
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
The ZF team of experts will be on hand to provide attendees with invaluable insights into electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid training, as well as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration. W…
LKQ Euro Car Parts and Messe Frankfurt unveil plans for innovative ‘Modern Garage’ stand at UK Garage & Bodyshop Event
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
LKQ Euro Car Parts and Messe Frankfurt have unveiled plans for the ‘Modern Garage’ stand at the upcoming UK Garage and Bodyshop Event (UKGBE), which will highlight how garage owners can adapt their te…
NAPA Truck Launches ABS Sensor Rings
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
Commercial vehicle aftermarket manufacturer NAPA Truck has released its new range of ABS Sensor Rings in the United Kingdom to accompany its existing ABS Sensor range. ABS Sensor Rings — also called…
MAHLE Aftermarket kickstarts Q1 with 141 additional filtration parts
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
· 141 parts added to MAHLE Aftermarket’s filtration range in Q1 · This includes air, fuel, hydraulic, cabin, oil and urea filters MAHLE Aftermarket has announced the launch of a total of 1…
PREMIUM QUALITY REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS ARE JUST ONE SIDE OF THE STORY, REMINDS DAYCO
Date: Tuesday 07 May 2024
Dayco is a leading supplier of original equipment (OE) components to vehicle manufacturers across Europe, as well as a major player in the aftermarket, where, in addition to its premium quality parts,…
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