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In Town Automotive apprentice wins award

7 November 2019

Northampton-based independent garage In Town Automotive has seen one of its young techs named as Apprentice of the Year at the SME Northamptonshire Business Awards.Lewis… Read More

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MOT connectivity: Decelerometers next

7 November 2019

Decelerometers are the next equipment type that will need to be able to connect directly to the MOT testing service when being replaced.The DVSA is… Read More

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Deck the halls: TRICO and MAFCO Autobar Cash in for Christmas

7 November 2019

TRICO and MAFCO Autobar have teamed up for their annual Cash in for Christmas campaign. Customers that purchase TRICO wiper blades from MAFCO Autobar… Read More

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Top Garage 2020 launches

1 November 2019

Top Garage 2020 begins its run today (Friday 1 November). Following last year’s amazing competition, thousands of businesses are expected to take part. Those who… Read More

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Thatcham launches IMI-accredited ADAS course

25 October 2019

Thatcham Research has today (Friday 25 October) launched IMI-accredited ADAS calibration training, designed to close what it classifies as an emerging skills gap. Since the… Read More

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Comline named as A1 Component Supplier of the Year 2019

25 October 2019

Comline named as A1 Component Supplier of the Year 2019 Comline has been named ‘Component Supplier of the Year’ by A1 Motor Stores, the third… Read More

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ZF win Irish award

25 October 2019

ZF Aftermarket has been named Automotive Aftermarket Parts Manufacturer of the Year at the Irish Auto Trade Awards for the second year in a row.The… Read More

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NGK’s MO70 Dragmower sets new record

25 October 2019

NGK’s MO70 Dragmower has made a sensational track debut at Santa Pod Raceway – recording a top speed of 115.53mph.The original ride-on mower, on which… Read More

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New MOT manager security checks to be introduced

25 October 2019

The DVSA is aiming to make security checks for MOT garage owners and managers simpler via DBS checks. From 1 November, anyone applying to be… Read More

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Brexit deal “vital” says RMI Chairman

11 October 2019

“It is vital that the government agrees a Brexit deal with the EU. If it cannot, then prices will rise as a result of the… Read More