supply chain

SMMT reports surge in commercial vehicle production

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed that commercial vehicle production output soared 71.7% in July. After four months of decline, production climbed to 15,252 units, making […]

Aftermarket facing further supply disruption

The UK vehicle repair sector could face further supply disruption this summer with long delays expected at the Port of Dover. Delays of more than two hours are expected in […]

Used car prices fall despite rising demand

New data has revealed that the average price of a used car fell marginally to £16,410 in June. According to Auto Trader, customer confidence has continued to grow in the […]

Prasco enhances car and LCV door portfolio

Automotive parts supplier Prasco has announced that it has increased its range of available car and LCV door replacements by 50. The Doncaster-based business now provides replacement doors for the […]

GSF Car Parts unveils TechFest

GSF Car Parts will host its inaugural TechFest event in June, bringing the industry together to showcase the latest innovations that are shaping the sector. Taking place in London on […]

Suppliers missing out on automation benefits

A new global survey has revealed that the benefits of automation are not being leveraged in the automotive supply chain, despite most companies accepting that the technology can vastly improve […]

Demand outstripping supply in used car market

The used car market recorded a healthy uptick in demand and sales during February, according to data from Auto Trader. It reported that demand was up eight per cent in […]

GSF Car Parts unveils new Sunderland site

Automotive parts supplier GSF Car Parts has opened a new branch in Sunderland as part of its ambitious 2024 expansion strategy. This is the first of a series of new […]

NBRA responds to Red Sea crisis

The National Body Repair Association has encouraged members to reassess their stock levels after supply chains have been disrupted by issues in the Red Sea. Political disturbance in the region […]

Fleet downtime up for 92% of BVRLA members

Declining parts availability has led to increases in replacement prices and off-road time for fleets, according to BVRLA’s half-year Industry Outlook Survey. The survey found that 92% of BVRLA respondents […]

AX names new fleet director

Dan Cripps has been appointed as AX’s new director of Fleet and Logistics. He takes up the role with 20 years of experience in fleet management, including 15 years at […]

Used car values slowly softening

Used car prices were 1.1% higher in August than the same month last year. According to the Auto Trader Retail Price Index, the average price of a used car was […]