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Updated load safety code of practice published

24 July 2023

Newly updated health and safety advice around loads on vehicles has been published by DVSA and HSE.Code of Practice: Safety of Loads on Vehicles collates… Read More

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Ben launches wellbeing app

30 June 2022

Ben has launched new wellbeing app and web portal; BenWell.The platform, developed in partnership with Wellonomics can be used by automotive businesses to help them… Read More

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New anti-MOT fraud guidance published by DVSA

26 April 2021

New guidance on how to report a MOT tester or garage suspected of fraud has been published by DVSA.People can report a garage or tester… Read More

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12 April lockdown easing: NFDA and SMMT publish updated safe restart guidance

12 April 2021

With the reopening of non-essential retail permitted from today (Monday 12 April), the franchised dealer sector has swung its showroom doors back open across much… Read More

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IGA COVID-19 Garage Guide launched

14 January 2021

The IGA has released the Garage Guide to Working During COVID-19, to help independent garages through the latest lockdown and beyond. IGA Chief Executive Stuart… Read More

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DVSA issue COVID-19 update

24 September 2020

DVSA has issued an update on MOT testing during the Coronavirus pandemic.“The Government has announced that new measures will be introduced on 24 September to… Read More

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COVID-19 guidance issued to automotive aftermarket

14 May 2020

Garages looking to ramp up their operations as the lockdown is gradually eased can now refer to new sector-specific guidance issued by the GEA, IAAF, … Read More

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Safety guidance publication supports dealer re-openings

13 May 2020

While almost half of the UK’s independent garages have continued to operate through the COVID-19 lockdown, most of the franchised dealer network shut its doors,… Read More

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MOT Connectivity: Time for an equipment upgrade

31 March 2020

The last 18 months have seen several changes to MOT rules come into force across the UK, affecting both brakes and emissions. There is more… Read More

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DVSA publishes new ‘Manage your MOT centre’ guide

8 July 2019

The DVSA has published new, clearer guidance on how they want to see MOT stations run that puts all relevant information in one place. The… Read More