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LKQ launches first-of-its-kind bodyshop training proposition

LKQ Academy has launched a first-of-its-kind bodyshop training proposition introducing 12 new courses designed to upskill bodyshop professionals. The new bodyshop-dedicated training prospectus caters for all abilities. Courses start from […]

EV test drive initiative aims to boost flagging demand

Accident management specialist AX is launching a unique EV test drive initiative to help boost flagging demand for electric vehicles and support the sustainability objectives of insurers, retailers and manufacturers. […]

Vella Group completes Brocksford Motors acquisition

The Vella Group has followed up April’s acquisition of Axiom by announcing the acquisition of Brocksford Motors in Stoke-on-Trent. The family-run independent repair centre, now managed by Mark Beech, becomes […]

IMI reports fall in automotive vacancies

Vacancies in the UK automotive industry have fallen for the second month in a row. According to the Institute of the Motor Industry’s (IMI) Vacancy Rate Tracker job vacancies per 100 […]

SMMT calls on government to unlock £50bn potential

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is urging the next government to support that automotive industry deliver growth worth £50bn over the next decade. New research published in […]

Latest acquisition continues consolidation trend

The consolidation of the UK automotive aftermarket has continued with Fix Auto Swansea West acquiring Pontypridd bodyshop S&F Motors. The deal has continued a busy period in terms of acquisitions […]

FMG Repair Services opens new bodyshop in Chadderton

FMG Repair Services has opened the doors of another new state-of-the-art accident repair centre. The new bodyshop in Chadderton, Greater Manchester, has been strategically located to strengthen the company’s repair […]