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MAHLE: Victor Reinz data overhaul

19 June 2020

MAHLE Aftermarket UK has completed the overhaul of Victor Reinz computer catalogue data for MAM Autocat cataloguing system, resulting in greater vehicle coverage for customers. Read More

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Garages count cost of 20.4% April economic contraction

12 June 2020

Garages can now see the scale of the economic challenge ahead, with figures being released today (Friday 12 June) that show the UK economy shrank… Read More

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Northern Ireland MOTs extended for full year

6 May 2020

MOTs in Northern Ireland are being extended for a full year, it has been announced. The measure, related to the Coronavirus lockdown, applies to Northern… Read More

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Mercedes-Benz: Code conundrum

15 April 2020

This low mileage (38,000 miles) Mercedes A200CDI was presented to us recently with suspected DPF problems. The car had been well maintained with a full… Read More

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Prepare for glory: Textar goes Spartan

19 August 2019

Textar has expanded its distribution network across South Wales with the addition of new stockist Spartan Motor Factors.Available across 12 locations, Spartan Motor Factors will… Read More

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Hickleys: Key programming presentations

12 June 2019

Hickleys are running a series of key programming presentations that will show the opportunities available in key programming. The evening sessions are being held around… Read More

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Snap-on sign up as Top Technician/Top Garage 2019 sponsor

29 October 2018

Snap-on has signed up with Top Technician and Top Garage 2019, becoming the first sponsor put its full support behind the two competitions .The company… Read More

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WIN with ACtronics!

26 April 2018

ACtronics are the leading electronic automotive component remanufacturers based in Colchester, Essex. They are able to remanufacturer units such as ECUs, ABS ECUs, instrument clusters,… Read More

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Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket upgraded

26 October 2017

Schaeffler’s automotive aftermarket business is to be upgraded to full divisional status following a prolonged period of growth. Fom 1 January 2018, the Schaeffler… Read More

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Come and look at my knives!

14 October 2017

Our industry is full of enthusiastic technicians and entrepreneurial business owners; people who love what they do, and their chosen trade. With all… Read More