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Higher EV costs outweigh environmental benefits say carbuyers

1 November 2023

39% of drivers said they believe the environmental benefits of EVs justify their higher cost according to a new survey by Europcar Mobility Group, but… Read More

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The future of tyre-buying?

24 February 2023

Tyre buying is now a fully digital process with tyres fitted right on the customer’s driveway at a time and place that suits their needs. Read More

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The meaning of life? 42% of drivers look to go electric next time

6 June 2022

42% of car owners said in a recent survey that increasing fuel costs mean that they are likely to opt for an EV when they… Read More

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The safe operation of vehicle lifts

3 May 2022

When buying a vehicle lift, you need to know that the equipment meets all legal requirements, and that the company selling it to you is… 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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Garage Buying Group signs up 100th member

10 June 2021

The 100th garage has signed up to Garage Buying Group (GBG) seven weeks after launching.Everything Auto of Dudley, West Midlands became the 100th garage to… Read More

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Garage Buying Group launches with new website

23 April 2021

A new e-commerce trade website for garages has launched. The initial focus for Garage Buying Group will be on selling Harp International’s range of refrigerants… Read More

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EVs: Drivers want to try before they buy

11 September 2020

70% of drivers would prefer to lease an EV in order to get used to the technology before buying one outright, according to a new… Read More

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Buying power: ECP’s ‘Fit it For Me’ to tap post-lockdown demand

21 May 2020

Euro Car Parts has launched Fit it For Me, a new service that enables motorists to order parts online, and then as part of the… Read More

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I, Rebate

24 January 2020

It’s a typical scenario for a garage. You have been buying parts and consumables from your factor of choice through the weeks, months and years. Read More