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Five-star performances

Euro NCAP has awarded five-star ratings to all eight vehicles that underwent its crash tests during November. Crucially, all include Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) systems as standard. The Citroen DS […]

SMMT urges Brexit progress

The president of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Tony Walker has urged government not to undermine the UK automotive industry’s hard won competitiveness due to slow progress […]

Weeks appointed NBRA director

The Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) has appointed Chris Weeks as director of the National Body Repairers Association (NBRA) and the Vehicle Builders Repairers Association (VBRA). Chris brings 24 years […]

UK to lead transport revolution

Following the launch of the government’s Industrial Strategy, the Transport Systems Catapult (TSC) has welcomed the renewed focus on research and development and the inclusion of future mobility as a […]

Tidal wave continues rising

The TIDAL refinish distribution Alliance has announced a three-year supply agreement with automotive specialists PJM Group. With a wealth of experience PJM Group has created a unique thumbprint in the […]

Dealers warned of tough road ahead

Car dealers have been warned to expect a difficult end to 2017 and start to 2018. Based on the latest car registration numbers, global valuation and corporate finance advisor Duff […]

Retailers reach out with video

CitNOW research shows that vehicle retailers are now in a stronger position than ever to reach out to car buyers with video. City dwelling motorists are the keenest audience for […]

Pro Align sets skills standards

Trainee vehicle technicians competing in this year’s Skills Show were able to gain valuable hands-on ‘industry’ experience courtesy of Pro-Align. Held over three days at the NEC, Birmingham, competitors took […]

Infrastructure hinders EV progress

Analysis from non-standard vehicle finance provider Moneybarn, shows UK infrastructure might be unable to support the growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the road. Numbers of EVs are expected […]

Farécla strengthens marketing team

Farécla has strengthened its marketing presence with two new appointments at its head office in Ware. Tim Wright joins the business as digital marketing manager, whilst David Cousins joins as […]

British drivers set for two-billion-mile trip

British drivers will travel nearly two billion miles to get home for Christmas this year. More than 2,000 UK residents over the age of 18 were questioned via an online […]

AkzoNobel and HMG scoop double

AkzoNobel and HMG Paints were double winners at the British Coatings Federation (BCF) Awards 2017. AkzoNobel picked up the Customer Service Award, with a programme which has proved to deliver […]