15 Nov 2026
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‘Traineeship’ scheme under fire

GARAGE chain Kwik-Fit has come under fire for its participation in the government’s new work experience scheme known as a ‘Traineeship’.The government initiative is designed… Read More

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BEN survey goes live

AUTOMOTIVE charity BEN has opened an online survey in order to find out more about the issues affecting garage owners and technicians.To get techs to… Read More

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OE campaign sparks industry debate

OESAA, the collective name of signatories of the original equipment suppliers’ campaign, has stepped up its activities by introducing an awareness campaign.The campaign was orchestrated… Read More

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IGA and Bosch offer training

THE Independent Garage Association (IGA) has collaborated with Bosch, to offer training for independent garages at all levels.The training courses will be delivered at Bosch’s… Read More

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Kwik Fit targets fleets

After an 18 month pilot scheme, Kwik Fit Plus is being introduced at 17 centres in the South East of England and may be rolled… Read More

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Car sales spike during July

CAR registrations in the UK have shown a great increase over the same period in the previous year.Figures from the SMMT show that the registrations… Read More

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IGA lobby for fixed MOT fee

THE RMI’s Independent Garage Association (IGA) has met with Transport Minister Stephen Hammond to discuss the MOT test fee.IGA Director Stuart James said: “It is… Read More