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IAAF to unveil blueprint for ‘future of federation’
22 September 2025The IAAF has announced plans to set out the future of the federation — starting with a series of meetings this week. The trade association… Read More
IAAF renews MOT increase calls to boost safety and standards
13 August 2025Fresh industry calls for a long-overdue increase in the MOT test fee have been made as part of a new campaign. The IAAF said it… Read More
Aftermarket sales dip in challenging start to year
20 April 2025The UK automotive aftermarket experienced a challenging start to 2025, according to new data from Factor Sales, the industry’s leading market measurement provider. Trade association IAAF… Read More
Drivers’ right to choose vital for garages, says IAAF
20 January 2025The IAAF is pushing for specific new laws for the automotive aftermarket to stop motorists being forced into “expensive manufacturer-controlled” service networks. The trade association’s… Read More
New academy ramps up aftermarket training
21 December 2024Close to 200 from the aftermarket workforce including suppliers, motor factors and independent garages have now been trained by the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation’s new… Read More
Industry ‘set to face new emissions standards’
29 November 2024BM Catalysts has said the automotive aftermarket is braced for significant shifts in 2025 — driven by new emissions standards and government policies. One of… Read More
FUCHS Lubricants joins IAAF
11 November 2024FUCHS Lubricants has become the latest member of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation. The company, which is a global supplier of manufacturer-approved lubricants to the… Read More
Industry leaders in ‘protect aftermarket’ call
29 October 2024Business leaders across the UK have united to call on the new government to work closely with the automotive aftermarket and to offer a package… Read More
IAAF welcomes new member ROWE
10 July 2024Oils, lubricants and coolants brand ROWE has become the latest member of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation. The brand said the move will support its… Read More