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Ferrari announces National Apprenticeship open days

Ferrari has announced that 15 of its UK dealerships will be supporting National Apprenticeship by hosting a range of open days. National Apprenticeship Week takes place from 5-11 February, and […]

Wide deliveries leave drivers stumped

Research by motoring campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E) has found that new cars are getting 1cm wider every two years. This could be good news for bodyshops focusing on […]

NBRA backs industry call for data legislation

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has lent its support to a European-wide call for fair access to in-vehicle data. In a letter to European Commission president Ursula von der […]

UK production breaks one million barrier in 2023

UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). With 905,117 cars and 120,357 commercial vehicles (CVs) […]

Activate Group announces Elysian Capital investment

Activate Group has secured a major investment deal with Elysian Capital to fuel its ambitious growth plans, which includes four new repair centres this year. The leading private equity firm […]

Industry mourns the loss of ‘dear friend’

The industry is mourning the sad loss of two of its most respected and admired servants, Bob Linwood and Dane Loosley. Bob passed away suddenly on Wednesday after a long […]

IBIS pioneers industry innovation down under

The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS Worldwide) has announced its upcoming IBIS Australia 2024 conference, scheduled to take place on 23-24 July at the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. The event […]

Automotive charity unveils BenBus

Automotive industry charity Ben has unveiled its new branded bus to raise awareness of the life-changing support it offers. The BenBus, a VW Transporter campervan, has already made its debut […]

LKQ Bodyshop MD Chris O'Rourke

LKQ names new Bodyshop Division MD

LKQ’s Bodyshop Division has appointed Chris O’Rourke as its new managing director. After serving as director of commercial channels for LKQ Euro Car Parts, he succeeds Andy Southby, who has […]