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8 June 2016
VIDEO: Automechanika Birmingham – Day one
8 June 2016As the first ever Automechanika Birmingham opened its doors, we were there to hear what SMMT CEO Mike Hawes had to say about the aftermarket,… Read More
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8 June 2016
VIDEO: Automechanika Birmingham – Day 2
8 June 2016Phil Curry discusses the second day at Automechanika Birmingham, reflects on how busy the show has become, looks forward to Automechanika Frankfurt, speaks with Wendy… Read More
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7 June 2016
SMMT report highlights aftermarket strength
7 June 2016According to figures just released by the SMMT, British cars are the best maintained in the world with UK motorists spending a collective £21.1 billion… Read More
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6 June 2016
Automechanika Birmingham set to open
6 June 2016The UK’s first Automechanika Birmingham event opens tomorrow with 550 exhibitors looking to connect with garage owners and technicians. The new annual event takes place… Read More
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5 May 2016
The London Motor Show opens
5 May 2016His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent has opened the first London Motor Show to be held at Battersea Park. The event, the first UK… Read More
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25 April 2016
Editor’s comment
25 April 2016Just when you thought it was safe to back in the water… a famous movie tag line of course. For car buyers, just replace ‘water’… Read More
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25 April 2016
DfT to begin research into DPF detection methods
25 April 2016Over 1,000 vehicles have been found on UK roads without a DPF fitted since new MOT legislation came in during 2014 it has been revealed. Read More
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19 April 2016
MOT consultation ‘could be July’
19 April 2016Plans to extend the MOT for new vehicles to four years are not ‘dead and burried’ with a government consultation looming. In the 2015 budget,… Read More
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1 April 2016
New connected car concept launched
1 April 2016Vehicle manufacturer Ford is to trial a new connected car concept designed to reduce problems of signal degradation in built-up areas. The company plans to… Read More
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30 March 2016
Holts looks for new Professionals
30 March 2016Aftermarket manufactuer Holts is seeking to add to its Professional Panel initiative and is asking garages to get involved. The Holts’ Professional Panel brings together… Read More