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CMA order falls short

RMI Bodyshops (NAB and VBRA) does not believe the requirements of the Competition and Market Authority’s (CMA) Private Motor Insurance Order go far enough. The CMA introduced the order, which […]

Co-operation in calibration

A new Code of Practice has been introduced to provide the industry with clear guidance on the recalibration of car safety technology during the replacement of windscreens. An industry-wide Advanced […]

RHA members seek compensation

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) will seek compensation for its members from the truck manufacturers who have been identified as being involved in a coordinated truck price fixing cartel. RHA […]

Zara named new BEN boss

BEN has named Zara Ross as new chief executive officer. She replaces David Main, who has retired, as head of the not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting those working in the […]

BMW hits new heights

The BMW Group recorded its best ever quarterly sales volume and net profit figures between April and June. Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, said, […]

Fiat renews Allianz roadside assistance

Following three successful years of roadside assistance services Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK Ltd (FCA UK) has renewed its contract with Allianz Global Assistance for a further two years. The contract […]

Ford mulls cost cutting moves

Ford has forecast the decision to leave the EU could cost the company $1bn over the next two years, raising concerns over its manufacturing capacity and price rises in the […]

Didi and Uber merge

Uber China with Didi Chuxing have agreed terms to merge the two ride-hailing mobility services in China. In the move, Didi will acquire Uber China and see Uber exit the […]

Council facing pothole trial

A motorist could take Southampton City Council to court after his car incurred £3,000 worth of damages when it hit a pothole. Dean Harrigan says potholes near a roundabout damaged […]

Axalta opens EMEA management HQ

Axalta Coating Systems has opened its new Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Members of Axalta’s EMEA leadership team, who had been located in different offices, […]

Sales day for Carlyle shares in Axalta

The offer of Carlyle Group’s shares in Axalta Coatings Systems is expected to end today. Axalta announced last week Carlyle was selling its 41,621,996 common shares in the company, which […]

Perfect 10 for RH Rentals

RH Rentals has invested £800,000 in 10 new Renault T Range trucks at a time of rapid expansion for the business. The specialist rentals company plans to acquire more vehicles […]