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R-M gains TESLA approval

Tesla Motors has given approval for R-M automotive refinish paints for use by the Tesla distribution and bodyshop network worldwide. R-M will offer its colour competence and ONYX HD waterborne […]

Car makers in Nokia map deal

Germany’s premium car makers are close to signing a deal to buy Nokia’s HERE map business for between $2.74 billion to $3.29 billion, but a final agreement hinges on the […]

Jeep owners urged to update cars

Security boffins are urging owners of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) cars to update their on-board software after hackers were able to take control of a Jeep and disable the engine and brakes before […]

Gocompare speak on insurance increase

Gocompare.com has commented on the latest AA British Insurance Premium Index which shows a 5.2% increase over the last quarter to 30th June 2015. Accordinig to Gocompare rising premiums and […]

RMISC receives UKAS accreditation

RMI Standards and Certification (RMISC) has received full accreditation from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to certify against BS 10125, the replacement for PAS125 which is to be withdrawn […]

Motofix expands into south west

Motofix Group, one of the UK’s leading independent regional vehicle accident repair and bodyshop groups, has added Yeovil’s Andrew Symms Car Body Repairs to its expanding accident repair network. Following the acquisition, Motofix Group chief executive Richard Tutt […]

Vauxhall 360 captures repair on smartphone

Vauxhall is offering servicing you can see for yourself with VX360°, a programme that allows onsite expert technicians to capture on video recommended repair work and share it with owners […]

New sponsor for UK WOTY 2015

It has been revealed today that George at ASDA has commissioned Dickies to produce a range of ‘Genuine Dickies’ branded work wear and safety footwear. The partnership will see ASDA […]

Most likely time to crash identified

Summer is the most dangerous time to drive a car on Britain’s roads – and this year Saturday July 25 at 11am is the mostly likely time that motorists will have […]

Arsonists cause £500k damage to bodyshop

Arsonists have caused an estimated half a million pounds worth of damage, after setting light to cars at a bodyshop in Heywood. Firefighters were called to the scene at the insurance […]