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Half of UK motorists putting off essential servicing

12 November 2020

Under the shadow of COVID-19, 48% of drivers have put off essential servicing or car maintenance during 2020, a study has found. The study from… Read More

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“Open as usual” over lockdown 2.0 – LKQ Euro Car Parts CEO reassures customers

11 November 2020

LKQ Euro Car Parts CEO Andy Hamilton recently wrote to the company’s customers to reassure them that they will continue to see local branches… Read More

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Walk a mile in their shoes? HELLA UK challenge supports local hospice

11 November 2020

A group of HELLA employees have walked the equivalent of going from Oxfordshire to Germany and back again, in order to support the Katherine House… Read More

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Used car market bounces back in Q3

10 November 2020

Continued consumer concerns about public transport during the Coronavirus pandemic may have helped the used car market increase by 4.4% in Q3 following two consecutive… Read More

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Independent garages offer best value for money, IGA study finds

9 November 2020

Independent garages are offering motorists outstanding value for money, unrivalled by any other sector in the aftermarket, a new study by the IGA has… Read More

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Business as usual during new lockdown says NGK

6 November 2020

Garages are being reassured by NGK that it will continue to be ‘business as usual’ throughout the new month-long lockdown that started in England… Read More

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Castrol launches National Mechanics’ Month

5 November 2020

Castrol has launched National Mechanics’ Month, through which Castrol is inviting motorists to nominate their favourite local mechanic or garage. The campaign and competition is… Read More

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German car brands dominate online used car market

4 November 2020

Motorists in the second half of 2020 are seeking German cars online in increasing numbers, which is also being reflected in used car sales, new… Read More

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Harrogate-based garage named Servicesure Autocentre of the Year

3 November 2020

Servicesure has named Harrogate-based Simon Graeme Auto Service Centre the Autocentre of the Year in its 2020 annual awards.The North Yorkshire business beat stiff competition… Read More

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NGK BoxClever: Extra prize points on glow plugs during November

3 November 2020

Members of NGK’s BoxClever independent garage loyalty scheme will receive 50 prize points for each purchase instead of the normal 20 points when they stock… Read More