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JLR unveils global expansion plans

Jaguar Land Rover has signed a Letter of Intent with the Government of the Slovak Republic for the potential development of a new manufacturing plant in the city of Nitra […]

AW kids enjoy training day

With the long summer holidays in full swing AW Repair Group arranged a ‘grown up’ training day for youngsters. Children of staff throughout the group were invited to the HQ’s […]

Car buyers should put safety first

Brake, the road safety charity, is encouraging drivers – especially the young – to put safety first when it comes to buying a new vehicle. The call comes on the […]

Dealers ‘on target’ for quicker alignment

Mercedes-Benz dealers across the UK can now benefit from faster wheel alignment measurements following Mercedes-Benz factory approval of the Hunter HTA-MB-TD wheel alignment system which acts as a direct replacement […]

Whiplash comeback sees insurance costs increase

Drivers are expected to face a 15 per cent rise in car insurance costs this year due to the recent rise in fraudulent whiplash claims. Insurance executives believe unscrupulous claims management firms, […]

SMMT innovation award open for entries

SMMT’s prestigious Automotive Award for Innovation, which recognises UK-developed concepts and technologies with the potential to transform the automotive industry, is now open for its sixth year of entries. The […]

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Obituary

It is with sad regret that bodyshop magazine has learned of the untimely passing of John and Amanda De Courcy’s daughter. Having worked in and around the accident repair industry […]

East meets West for repair expertise

Thatcham Research hosted a visit from a high profile Saudi Arabian delegation last week, as the group embark on a partnership to bring improved standards in vehicle assessment and crash […]

NW retains preferred supplier status

National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, is pleased to announce that it has retained its preferred supplier contract with Amlin Insurance. Specialty insurer and […]

Snap-on Acquires Ecotechnics

Snap-on Incorporated, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks, announced that it acquired the assets of […]