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Good things come in three: LKQ Euro Car Parts invests to further hybrid training

12 May 2021

LKQ Euro Car Parts has invested in three hybrid vehicles, in response to growing demand for hybrid and EV training courses. Through its AutoEducation Academy,… Read More

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MOT demand: NGK says “be prepared”

6 May 2021

With DVSA figures indicating that 1.86m cars are on the road without a valid MOT certificate resulting from the MOT exemption, NGK is urging garages… Read More

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April showrooms reopening sees new car sales leap 30-fold

5 May 2021

The reopening of new car showrooms in April led to a massive jump in car sales during the month compared with the same period in… Read More

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Government paves way for self-driving cars on UK roads

28 April 2021

Self-driving vehicles on British have come a step closer with the Department for Transport announcing today (28 April 2021) that vehicles fitted with Automated Lane… 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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MOT exemption: 1.86 million cars now have expired MOTs

22 April 2021

1.86 million cars may be on the roads illegally as a result of owners ignoring the fact that the MOT Exemption relating to their car… Read More

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Thermostat solutions from Dayco

19 April 2021

Few influences on the engine are quite as critical, and have so many repercussions throughout the overall system, as its operating temperature. Maintaining the correct… Read More

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Step it up: Car sales increase as showroom reopening nears

6 April 2021

New car sales were up 11.5% in March with 283,964 units registered, the first increase since August, but the wider picture shows that registrations are… Read More

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Plug-in Car Grant cut by a sixth

18 March 2021

The Plug-in Car, Van and Truck Grant, which incentives buyers to opt for EVs, has been cut by a sixth, a move which has been… Read More

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Post-lockdown safety checks could mitigate MOT demand drop says LKQ Euro Car Parts

17 March 2021

Garages should be offering safety checks for customers to make sure vehicles are safe as lockdown eases, a move that will also bridge the gap… Read More