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September new car sales: Weakest since 1998

5 October 2021

Continuing supply chain disruption is being blamed for a 34.4% fall in new car sales in September, despite it being one of the two main… Read More

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Committee aims to address kerbside charging “stumbling block”

5 October 2021

The issue of accessible kerbside charging for EVs is being taken up by a new committee formed by an organisation for vehicle fleets, where this… Read More

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Schaeffler announces major update to REPXPERT workshop portal

4 October 2021

With its reputation for putting the needs of aftermarket professionals first, Schaeffler continues to do what it does best, completely redesigning its popular REPXPERT portal… Read More

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Furlough finally ends

30 September 2021

Garages and other businesses still using the furlough scheme will need to take full responsibility for paying staff again going forward, as the scheme ends… Read More

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VLS clears product under investigation

29 September 2021

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has given a clean bill of health to a Mannol engine oil, following an investigation.VLS received a complaint regarding… Read More

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Turkish automotive open for business

29 September 2021

With a Free Trade Agreement between Turkey and the UK having been in place since December 2020, 21 leading Turkish automotive aftermarket manufacturers will be… Read More

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Teng Tools teams up with The Parts Alliance

28 September 2021

Teng Tools has become the latest supplier for The Parts Alliance. Commenting on the new team-up, Alec Butler, Southern Sales Manager and National Accounts Manager… Read More

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Fuel shortages to spark EV surge?

27 September 2021

The current fuel shortages being caused by panic-buying across the UK have been cited as a reason for 19% of motorists spoken to for a… Read More

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Ben: New online support programmes for younger people

27 September 2021

Ben has unveiled a new range of programmes targeted at younger people in the sector on its digital mental health and wellbeing platform SilverCloud.Aimed at… Read More

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First Brands Group joins OESSA

27 September 2021

First Brands Group is the latest company to join the Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA).First Brands Group, which originated from TRICO Group in 2020,… Read More