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) […]
Fix Auto Mid Devon finance director Alena Woolacott and Solus area operations manager Steph Brindley have been named among the 17 2024 Inspiring Automotive Women Award winners. They will be […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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’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 […]
Oakley Capital has reached a conditional agreement to invest in Steer Automotive Group. It is acquiring the shares held by Keyhaven Capital Partners and Chiltern Capital for a reported £500m. […]
The average quoted price of motor insurance rose 67% in the year to November, according to data from the Consumer Intelligence Car Insurance Price Index. This represents the sharpest annual […]
A new online directory showcasing the work of body repair specialists is being launched in January to connect skilled tradespeople with customers across the UK. The Auto Body Fixers platform […]
Summers Motors has secured approved repairer certification from Lotus. The Ashford-based bodyshop adds Lotus to a portfolio of badges also including Audi, Honda and Volkswagen. Director Ian Summers said: “As […]
The UK new car market grew for the 17th month in a row in December to make 2023 the best year since the pandemic. Sales were up 9.8% in December […]
