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US takes robot record

The US automotive industry has installed a new record of approximately 17,500 industrial robots in 2016. In the last seven years, the operational stock increased by about 52,000 units (2010-2016). […]

Lloyds targets championship

Following a little over three months of competition, Lloyds Autobody Ltd in LIverpoool top VWG’s Paint and Body Network Challenge Cup 2017. Volkswagen Group’s Challenge Cup 2017 is a new […]

Clocking sets alarms ringing

The number of cars on UK roads showing mileage discrepancies has risen by 25% in the last two years. Figures released by hpi found that one in 16 used cars sold […]

DFSK announces UK return

The DFSK range will return to the UK market after Bassadone Automotive, which also owns SsangYong Motor UK Ltd, appointed a new importer and distributor. Vehicle Import & Distribution Ltd […]

The Tyne is right for MG Motor

MG Motor UK has further expanded its national dealer network with the appointment of Henson Motor Group. Trading under the name Newcastle MG, it is responsible for retailing the MG3 […]

Call handling comes into question

Bodyshops’ call handling standards have come into question as the result of a new study into telephone practice. The research conducted by audio branding specialist PHMG, which audited 255 firms […]

NFDA highlights EV barriers

Price, charging infrastructure and battery range are the main concerns for motorists when considering to buy an electric car. The news comes via a YouGov survey carried out on behalf […]

Test the MOT test

Used car buyers have been encouraged to check MOT certification online instead of trusting the paper certificate. The Claims Management & Adjusting Ltd (CMA) has found many cases of new […]

A world of insurance

bodyshop magazine is official media partner for Insurance Post’s Motor Insurance World conference. Taking place in London on 25 May, Post’s Motor Insurance World provides an unparalleled forum for debate […]

SEAT opens advanced medicine centre

SEAT has opened a new Health Care and Rehabilitation Centre (CARS), located in its Martorell factory and wholly dedicated to workers’ health and well-being. The company has invested €3.3m in […]

Providers receive funding allocations

Colleges and training providers have received their funding allocation for apprenticeships from the Education and Skills Funding Agency. A pause in the £440m tender process was announced on 12 April, […]

Drivers in the dark about costs

The maximum cost of an hour’s work for a garage mechanic now stands at more than £230, according to a nationwide study by automotive service and repair start-up motoreasy. Overall, […]