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Life after lockdown

5 June 2020

For many mechanics, lockdown has seen the temporary closure of their business. But when we spring back to life professional motor mechanics will find themselves… Read More

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Lowest since 1952: May new car sales 89% down

4 June 2020

COVID-19 continued to bite into new car sales in May, with registrations 89% down, according to the latest figures released today (Thursday 4 June) by… Read More

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Scrappage to scupper post-lockdown prospects for garages?

4 June 2020

Independent garages expecting a surge in customer demand resulting from motorists being unwilling or unable to buy a new car in the wake of COVID-19… Read More

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MOT extension: More than a million unsafe cars on the road

22 May 2020

There could be more than a million unroadworthy vehicles hitting the road due to the MOT extension it has been projected, with 49% of drivers… Read More

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Vehicle ownership in the UK passes 40 million

21 April 2020

While COVID-19 has pressed the pause button on new car sales, it turns out that the number of cars already on the roads offers garages… Read More

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Coronavirus impacts on March new car sales

6 April 2020

UK new car sales dropped by 44.4% in March, a month that saw widespread closure of showrooms due to Coronavirus lockdown measures.According to figures published… Read More

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British Motor Show returns in 2020

3 December 2019

The British Motor Show is returning in 2020, with an all-new venue and organising committee. Based at Farnborough International, Hampshire, the show sees the return… Read More

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I can’t get no (automotive) Satisfaction

21 October 2019

The vehicle repair world can be hugely satisfying one day and an absolute pain in the backside the next. The challenges we now face as… Read More

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TPS – New oils launch

12 August 2019

TPS has increased its oil offering with four new products added to its Quantum oil range. Among the new oils launched is Quantum Platinum Plus… Read More

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London’s ULEZ banishes older cars

8 April 2019

Older cars are set to be pushed off the capital’s roads thanks to the Central London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which came into force… Read More