Auto Windscreens enjoys a year to remember
Auto Windscreens has had a very busy 12 months. The company has introduced 23 service centre managers and supervisors and opened 23 “Service Centres of the Future” as part of […]
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TPS looks ahead following year of ‘successes’
TPS has reported a strong performance through 2024 which saw it extend its customer offers, expand its Quantum Consumables range and supercharge its delivery fleet. On the back of customer […]
Government to tackle UK potholes crisis with £1.6bn funding
The government has announced it is aims to repair seven million potholes in the UK with an investment of £1.6bn. This is an increase of nearly 50% on last year’s […]
UK car production plummets 30% in November – SMMT
UK car production plummeted by 30.1% in November, the ninth straight month of decline. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) revealed that 64,216 cars were produced […]
NBRA member invests in ADAS repair capabilities
NBRA/VBRA member Vehicle Bodycare Centre has invested in significant upgrades to its Leeds-based office and service areas, introducing ADAS repair capabilities. These advancements underline the prestige repairer’s commitment to providing […]
ZEV Mandate must remain, argues green lobby
A group of organisations invested in the electric vehicle market has urged the government not to soften ZEV Mandate sales targets. The government is consulting with vehicle manufacturers around potential […]
Automotive skills remains key challenge – Apprentice Central
An Enterprise Rent-A-Car survey has revealed that over half of respondents say attracting new talent is the key automotive skills challenge. Apprenticeships offer businesses a long-term solution, but given the […]
Drink driving penalties too lenient, RAC reveals
UK motorists back tougher sentences for drink driving, according to new research by the RAC. Its RAC Report on Motoring 2024 found that 38% believe harsher sentences are the answer […]
New car sales in Europe face unprecedented challenges
A new report from Jato Dynamics has revealed that new car sales across 28 European markets are down by more 2.5 million units this year compared to pre-pandemic levels. It […]
Car insurance for young drivers down £160
New research has revealed that car insurance for young drivers has fallen by an average of £160 a year. According to price comparison website Compare the Market, average premiums for […]
Arnold Clark completes Wingrove Motor Company acquisition
Scottish car dealer group Arnold Clark has completed the acquisition of family-run dealership Wingrove Motor Company. The North East-based company operated four sites in the region, two showrooms, a bodyshop […]
State of UK roads falling – government analysis
New government analysis on the state of UK roads has revealed that about 1,500 miles of roads are in worse condition than they were a year ago. According to statistics […]
