IMI urges automotive focus in government strategy
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has written to the government urging it make automotive a priority in its industrial strategy. After the publication of Invest 2035: The UK’s […]
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Repairers warned of rising cybercrime threat
Marking Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Autotech Connect has warned of the growing threat of cybercrime to independent repairers. According to the UK’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024, half of all businesses […]
Fake car parts targeted in government campaign
A new government campaign has been launched warning UK motorists about the dangers of buying fake car parts. ‘Fake Always Breaks’ is being led by the government’s Intellectual Property Office […]
Graduated driving licence could save 58 lives a year – The AA
A graduated driving licence scheme could save at least 58 lives annually and prevent 260 serious injuries, according to The AA. It has now stepped up its call for the […]
Automechanika Birmingham 2025 passes 85% sold milestone
Automechanika Birmingham 2025, the UK’s most significant trade show for the automotive aftermarket and bodyshop professionals, is already 85% sold out, with the organisers urging potential exhibitors to act fast […]
IAM RoadSmart warns of growing aggression on UK roads
IAM RoadSmart has reported a growing number of instances of UK road rage and warned of increasingly aggressive driving behaviour. This comes after Department for Transport figures have revealed that […]
Automotive industry still failing to attract women
The automotive industry is failing in its attempts to appeal to more women, according to a new report. A study from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts of 2,000 people has revealed that […]
Car sales volumes expected to fall in fourth quarter
Volume brands could see car sales fall another 3.5% in the fourth quarter of the year, according to analysis from Bloomberg Intelligence. It reported that most vehicle manufacturers increased discounts […]
Trust in autonomous vehicles still low among UK drivers
Autonomous vehicles are still not trusted as a safe transport solution by the majority of UK road users. A study by online car-changing marketplace Carwow revealed that most people don’t […]
Martec Training enhances learning with AR headsets
Martec Training has introduced Assisted Reality (AR) headsets into its motor vehicle courses, enhancing the learning experience for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The West Midlands-based training provider specialises […]
Steer Electric Milton Keynes opens its doors
Steer Automotive Group has opened its second dedicated electric vehicle repair facility, strategically situated just off junction 14 of the M1. Steer Electric Milton Keynes expands the group’s specialist EV […]
ALS launches Full Circle to boost bodyshop demand
Accident management specialist Auto Logistic Solutions (ALS) has launched a comprehensive legal expenses insurance product developed to create more demand for UK bodyshops. Aimed initially at UK brokers, Full Circle […]
