Video aims to demystify SERMI

20 March 2026  

With the April 1 implementation date for SERMI (Security-Related Repair and Maintenance Information) just days away, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has produced a new video titled The BIG SERMI Interview.

Featuring Stuart James (IGA Chief Executive), Jonathan Douglass (IGA Director), and Aslam Vaid (Head of Policy at RMISC), the video gives their expert insight into this significant regulatory development for independent garages.

The video provides an overview of the SERMI scheme, explaining its purpose in enabling independent garages to access security-related vehicle data while maintaining safeguards against misuse.

It outlines how SERMI works in practice, including the accreditation process for businesses and technicians, the compliance requirements involved, and how access to manufacturer systems will be managed. The video also highlights the increasing prevalence of security-linked components in modern vehicles and the potential impact on repair work.

In addition, it covers the operational implications for workshops, the costs and application process, and the role of manufacturers in adopting the scheme. Overall, it sets out what garages need to know to understand and prepare for SERMI. 

Click here to watch the full video