Revenue publishes a tender for vehicle valuation services
02 October 2023
Revenue publishes a tender for vehicle valuation services
Revenue has published a tender for vehicle valuation services, which some members, or their employers, may be interested in.
Essential alternative fuelled vehicles risk course for assessors
01 September 2023
Essential alternative fuelled vehicles risk course for assessors
Park Lodge International Ltd (PLI) and JMC are offering an essential risk assessment course on alternative fuelled vehicles (AFV) involved in fire, theft, repair, crime or accident.
ULEZ forcing drivers to replace cars
30 August 2023
ULEZ forcing drivers to replace cars
More than a fifth of car users (20.4%) living in cities with clean air zones have sold or are planning to sell their vehicles due to them failing to comply with the schemes
Demand is growing for automotive repair apprentices
21 August 2023
Demand is growing for automotive repair apprentices
Apprenticeship Central has announced that more than half of its current technical vacancies are for repair technician apprentices.
Kia to launch EV9 electric SUV
21 August 2023
Kia to launch EV9 electric SUV
The new Kia EV9 electric SUV has been created to deliver new standards of space, practicality, flexibility, comfort, and technology.
Combatting keyless car theft
16 August 2023
Combatting keyless car theft
The Sleeping Battery is designed to combat cars being stolen by relay attack.
Significant rise in vehicle faults
14 August 2023
Significant rise in vehicle faults
With the significant rise in the cost of living for many across the UK, new data from LV= General Insurance (LV=) has found many motorists are avoiding repairs and servicing
Premiums soar to record high
11 August 2023
Premiums soar to record high
The Association of British Insurers has reported that average comprehensive motor premiums have risen to record highs
AC Cars victorious in AC Cobra legal challenge
10 August 2023
AC Cars victorious in AC Cobra legal challenge
Acedes Holdings, LLC, together with AC Cars (England) Ltd ("AC Cars"), a related entity of AC Cars, has successfully defended itself from an unwarranted legal case brought by Clive Sutton Limited
SYNETIQ and LV= Insurance work together
10 August 2023
SYNETIQ and LV= Insurance work together
SYNETIQ, an IAA company and the UK's leading integrated vehicle salvage, dismantling and recycling company, has launched a client initiative with LV= Insurance which sees unused keys sold to raise money for charity
Inquiry into EVs
10 August 2023
Inquiry into EVs
The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee has launched an inquiry into electric vehicles.
Vizion prioritises engineer learning and development
09 August 2023
Vizion prioritises engineer learning and development
Vizion recognises that its people are a critical differentiating factor in our performance and our success
ID.3 added to VW's Live Tour
08 August 2023
ID.3 added to VW's Live Tour
Milton Keynes – Volkswagen has added the new ID.3 and 'owner consultations' to its popular online Live Tour service
ATF green parts award open for entries
07 August 2023
ATF green parts award open for entries
Body shops and users of green parts are encouraged to enter the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards
Fuel prices on the rise again
04 August 2023
Fuel prices on the rise again
Petrol prices rose again in July, while diesel prices remained stable
Thatcham Research reveals lack of training focus
03 August 2023
Thatcham Research reveals lack of training focus
Thatcham Research doubled its MET technician capacity last year and plans to have almost 300 learners on programme by the year end
NIO sets the bar high in Euro NCAP's newly updated 2023 ratings
01 August 2023
NIO sets the bar high in Euro NCAP's newly updated 2023 ratings
Euro NCAP continues to be a catalyst for continuous safety improvements in passenger vehicles through its rating programme
IAEA Annual General Meeting 2023
31 July 2023
IAEA Annual General Meeting 2023
We are pleased to advise that the AGM this year will be held as a physical event at the Stonebridge Golf Club
TMO partners with AA Approved Garages
27 July 2023
TMO partners with AA Approved Garages
The Motor Ombudsman partners with AA Approved Garages to expand the reach of its Service and Repair Code
Robot removes illegally parked cars
26 July 2023
Robot removes illegally parked cars
The world of technology is constantly evolving – and RNW robot's impact on the motoring world is clear
Pothole damage worsens
25 July 2023
Pothole damage worsens
Pothole-related breakdowns are at their highest level in five years, according to the RAC
Worrying EV MOT failure rate
24 July 2023
Worrying EV MOT failure rate
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed that electric vehicles (EVs) are 40% more likely to fail an MOT because of poor tyre condition than petrol cars
JLR to build UK EV gigafactory
19 July 2023
JLR to build UK EV gigafactory
Jaguar Land Rover owner Tata Group has announced plans to build a £4bn EV battery production factory in Somerset
Plans to ensure 99% charging reliability
14 July 2023
Plans to ensure 99% charging reliability
The government is planning to introduce new regulations that will require public charge points to have a 99% reliability rate, with providers facing fines of £10,000 for units that fail to comply
NIO sets Euro NCAP bar high
12 July 2023
NIO sets Euro NCAP bar high
Euro NCAP continues to be a catalyst for continuous safety improvements in passenger vehicles through its rating programme
EV Safe training to prepare public sector for electric vehicles
11 July 2023
EV Safe training to prepare public sector for electric vehicles
Thatcham Research has announced cutting-edge EV Safe training to help the public sector prepare for the unique safety challenges presented by electric vehicles (EVs)
Go-Ahead Group launches hydrogen bus fleet
07 July 2023
Go-Ahead Group launches hydrogen bus fleet
The Go-Ahead Group has unveiled an initial fleet of 20 hydrogen fuel cell buses
IMI renews British Motor Show partnership
07 July 2023
IMI renews British Motor Show partnership
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and the British Motor Show have renewed their partnership for 2023 with the announcement of an all-new Tech Hub sponsored by the IMI
Steer Group makes major acquisitions
06 July 2023
Steer Group makes major acquisitions
Steer Automotive Group has announced that it has acquired both Apollo Motor Group and Balgores Motors
Apprenticeship Central unveils ENSURE
05 July 2023
Apprenticeship Central unveils ENSURE
Apprentice recruitment and retention specialist Apprenticeship Central has unveiled ENSURE, a new service to support businesses who employ apprentices
Copart acquisition of Hills gets green light
03 July 2023
Copart acquisition of Hills gets green light
Copart has been given the provisional green light to continue its proposed acquisition of Hills Motors
Metis Engineering breakthrough save the days?
30 June 2023
Metis Engineering breakthrough save the days?
Metis Engineering, a specialist in battery sensor technology, has addressed the unsustainable and unnecessary scrapping of used EVs as a result of the automotive market not having sufficient access to vehicle battery health data
British car production best since May 2019
30 June 2023
British car production best since May 2019
UK car production rose for the fourth consecutive month in May, up 26.9% year on year, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
escribe celebrates 10th anniversary
30 June 2023
escribe celebrates 10th anniversary
Thatcham Research's online repair methods solution escribe has now been servicing the automotive aftermarket for 10 years
Absolute Alignment report rising CV demand
29 June 2023
Absolute Alignment report rising CV demand
Wheel alignment supplier Absolute Alignment has reported an increase in demand for its commercial vehicle wheel aligner
July bumper repair day
28 June 2023
July bumper repair day
Latest research from Kwik Fit suggests that repairers could face their fifth busiest day in four years on Monday, 17 July.
BMH completes 1,000th E-type Jaguar bonnet
27 June 2023
BMH completes 1,000th E-type Jaguar bonnet
It was completed on 21 June by the dedicated E-type team of Steve Fry, Alan Stacey, Dave Jeffs and Tom Corfield, who between them can boast 71 years' service to BMH
Keyless entry car theft protection
26 June 2023
Keyless entry car theft protection
Sleeping Battery is the answer to cars being stolen by relay attack and this type of keyless entry theft
Fix Auto UK partners with us pioneers to revolutionise ADAS calibrations
26 June 2023
Fix Auto UK partners with us pioneers to revolutionise ADAS calibrations
Fix Auto UK has formed a partnership with an American company in its bid to simplify and speed up Forward-Facing Camera (FFC) ADAS calibrations
RAC offers car servicing or repairs at home or work
23 June 2023
RAC offers car servicing or repairs at home or work
The RAC is building on its trusted reputation for roadside assistance by moving into mobile servicing and repairs to enable people to get their cars serviced on their driveways or at work at a highly competitive price.
Whiplash claims drop despite growth in motor claims
15 June 2023
Whiplash claims drop despite growth in motor claims
A new report from the ABI reveals that although motor insurers paid out £2.4bn in motor claims in the first quarter of this year, 'early indications are that the whiplash reforms introduced in 2021 are having an impact'
West Midlands Gigafactory
14 June 2023
West Midlands Gigafactory
West Midlands Gigafactory joint venture has announced the appointment of leading EV recruitment CEO and founder Steve Doyle as the project's skills ambassador, securing the next crucial asset the project needed in a skills-short industry
Stellantis UK awards RAC five-year roadside assistance contract
13 June 2023
Stellantis UK awards RAC five-year roadside assistance contract
The RAC has signed a five-year contract to provide roadside assistance services to all Stellantis car and van brands in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland.
ITAI - Institute of Traffic Accident Investigators – another successful Crash Day event
12 June 2023
ITAI - Institute of Traffic Accident Investigators – another successful Crash Day event
ITAI held its 2023 Crash Day at Darley Moor MCRRC in Ashbourne, Derbyshire on Thursday 8 June
Demand grows for repair apprentices
12 June 2023
Demand grows for repair apprentices
Apprenticeship Central announces that more than half of its current technical vacancies are for repair technician apprentices
Save the date for FIEA event
09 June 2023
Save the date for FIEA event
FIEA General Assembly - October 2023 - Mons (Belgium) Domaine du Chant d'Eole - Grand Route 58, B-7040 Quévy
Data shows surge in motor claims
09 June 2023
Data shows surge in motor claims
Data from the Association of British Insurers have revealed that payouts for motor claims have risen by 14% in the last year to £2.4bn
Euro NCAP - Self-Driving cars
07 June 2023
Euro NCAP - Self-Driving cars
Self-Driving cars are not yet on our roads, but Assisted Driving Systems are already supporting drivers' safety today
GTA2 talks reach important stage
07 June 2023
GTA2 talks reach important stage
Discussions between the credit hire industry and insurers on the scope of a revised GTA, a voluntary protocol which removes friction in settling credit hire claims, are now reaching an important stage
The ITAI Crash Day Thursday
06 June 2023
The ITAI Crash Day Thursday
ITAI Crash Day returns to Darley Moor this week. All IAEA members are invited to attend FREE OF CHARGE
New car market maintains momentum with tenth month of growth
05 June 2023
New car market maintains momentum with tenth month of growth
The UK new car market has posted its longest uninterrupted period of expansion for eight years, as registrations grew 16.7% in May to reach 145,204 units according to the latest figures from the SMMT
Thatcham Research ramps up repair focus
04 June 2023
Thatcham Research ramps up repair focus
Thatcham Research is shining a light on the growing need to repair rather than replace damaged vehicle headlamp units and has written a best practice guide to highlight repair options and encourage a more sustainable approach
Peter Vardy Group adopts Mad Devs tech
30 May 2023
Peter Vardy Group adopts Mad Devs tech
Peter Vardy Group has moved all its sites to iTrackLEADS and iStoreDOCS to help its teams deliver a better customer experience
IAEA 90th Anniversary event a triumph
25 May 2023
IAEA 90th Anniversary event a triumph
If you missed the IAEA 90th Anniversary event you missed a treat!
NFDA urges Government to listen to sector in ZEV Mandate consultation response
25 May 2023
NFDA urges Government to listen to sector in ZEV Mandate consultation response
The UK Government's final consultation for the proposed Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate has now closed, and the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has submitted its response on behalf of automotive retailers
Synetiq promotes best practice through FORS accreditation
24 May 2023
Synetiq promotes best practice through FORS accreditation
Synetiq, has announced it has achieved the industry-wide recognised Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) accreditation for one of its largest operational sites
The all-electric Volvo EX30 small SUV - lowest carbon footprint of any Volvo
24 May 2023
The all-electric Volvo EX30 small SUV - lowest carbon footprint of any Volvo
The new Volvo EX30 is a distillation of all the great things about Volvo Cars: a small, fully electric SUV for the modern era, designed to be safe and have a smaller CO2 footprint than any Volvo car ever before
Lower urban speed limits in Europe (LUSTRE)
24 May 2023
Lower urban speed limits in Europe (LUSTRE)
Different ways of reducing vehicle speeds in urban areas have been in use in the UK and mainland Europe for decades
Synetiq accelerates claims times with new service
23 May 2023
Synetiq accelerates claims times with new service
Synetiq has launched a new UK supply and fit service to support insurance clients facing increasing claims in catalytic converter theft
PPG launches paint films solutions for automotive
23 May 2023
PPG launches paint films solutions for automotive
PPG has announced that it will deliver paint and clear film solutions for automotive and industrial customers through PPG Advanced Surface Technologies,
DVSA survey reveals that one in ten cars that pass their MOT should fail
18 May 2023
DVSA survey reveals that one in ten cars that pass their MOT should fail
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency's (DVSA) latest MOT Compliance Survey for 2021-22 has revealed that 10.1% of cars that passed the test – should have failed the annual check-up
Allianz Insurance accelerates adoption of green parts to tackle industry challenges
18 May 2023
Allianz Insurance accelerates adoption of green parts to tackle industry challenges
As the motor insurance industry faces a multitude of challenges, including supply chain issues and sustainability concerns, the use of recycled vehicle parts, also known as green parts, is becoming increasingly important
By Miles becomes part of Direct Line Group
17 May 2023
By Miles becomes part of Direct Line Group
Direct Line Group has acquired By Miles Group Ltd, a Managing General Agent and provider of real-time pay-by-mile insurance policies
Used car prices still climbing
17 May 2023
Used car prices still climbing
The latest data from Auto Trader has found that the current average price of a used car is £17,946, which equates to a 3.6% year-on-year increase on a like-for-like basis
Fisker enters next phase of production for electric Fisker Ocean
16 May 2023
Fisker enters next phase of production for electric Fisker Ocean
Fisker is commencing the next phase of production as it accelerates its global launch of the electric Fisker Ocean SUV, and is planning to deliver to next customers across Europe and US markets starting in June
Cost of living sees rise in car faults
16 May 2023
Cost of living sees rise in car faults
With the significant rise in the cost of living for many across the UK, new data from LV= General Insurance (LV= GI) has found many motorists are avoiding replacing and servicing early signs of wear and tear on their vehicle
Growing green fleet
16 May 2023
Growing green fleet
As the owner of the UK's largest salvage transport fleet, CoPart has invested over £80m into an ongoing replacement and expansion programme which supports
Older drivers forced off road at night
15 May 2023
Older drivers forced off road at night
So reports Claire Duffin writing in the Daily Mail
Fix Auto UK's 2023 national conference success
15 May 2023
Fix Auto UK's 2023 national conference success
Fix Auto Weston-super-Mare became the toast of Fix Auto UK's 2023 National Conference after being named as the network's 'Bodyshop of the Year' during the organisation's highly anticipated 'Next Gen' themed National Conference last night
ABI Motor Insurance Premium Tracker latest
15 May 2023
ABI Motor Insurance Premium Tracker latest
The ABI's Tracker is the only survey that looks at the price consumers actually pay for their cover, rather than the price they are quoted
Electric vehicle post-accident courses
12 May 2023
Electric vehicle post-accident courses
For the last five years Park Lodge International has been studying alternatively fuelled vehicles: battery electric vehicles (EVs), fuel-celled vehicles (FCVs), and compressed & liquified gasses (LGVs)
Go.Compare chooses Coplus to support its £250 Motor Excess campaign
11 May 2023
Go.Compare chooses Coplus to support its £250 Motor Excess campaign
Go.Compare has partnered with specialist ancillary insurer, Coplus, to support the comparison site's £250 free excess offer for motor insurance customers
Vehicle thefts in the UK rise by 30%
11 May 2023
Vehicle thefts in the UK rise by 30%
Vehicle thefts in the UK have risen by nearly a third (29.7%) to 115.5%,822 since 2020 according to new research which reveals the full-year statistics from 2022
Seven months to go UK's Largest EV Event
09 May 2023
Seven months to go UK's Largest EV Event
The London EV Show is all set to be bigger and better than ever before, with the confirmation of over 100 exhibitors just a few months ahead of the event launch
Samsara delivers its latest report — 2023: The Road Ahead
06 May 2023
Samsara delivers its latest report — 2023: The Road Ahead
UK fleet managers have modernisation clearly in their sights for 2023, against a backdrop of fluctuating fuel prices and driver shortages
Criminals using cheap tracking devices to target drivers
05 May 2023
Criminals using cheap tracking devices to target drivers
Criminals looking to steal vehicles across the UK are using cheap tracking devices to track the location of drivers
Chris Weeks quits as managing director of NBRA
04 May 2023
Chris Weeks quits as managing director of NBRA
Chris Weeks, director of the National Body Repair Association (NBRA), has handed in his notice after five years at the collision repair organisation
Van auctions sector: a feeling of optimism
04 May 2023
Van auctions sector: a feeling of optimism
Despite the fact that the UK is currently experiencing challenging economic conditions, feedback from the auctions sector is that so far this year, demand for vans has been excellent, with transport operators keen to stock up
IGA launches EV practical fault-finding course
04 May 2023
IGA launches EV practical fault-finding course
Responding to feedback from members, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has added a new EV Practical Fault-Finding course to its suite of high-quality, cost-effective skills training
Continued new car sales growth and optimism
04 May 2023
Continued new car sales growth and optimism
In April, a total of 132,990 new cars were registered, an increase of 11.6% from the same period last year. Sales to private buyers fell by -5.5%; fleet registrations were up by 33.1%.
IAEA AGM update
28 April 2023
IAEA AGM update
The IAEA Council would like to advise that it is not possible to hold this year's AGM prior the 90th Anniversary Conference in Stratford Manor Hotel on May 20th as previously planned
Synetiq green parts carbon labelling
27 April 2023
Synetiq green parts carbon labelling
Synetiq has become the first vehicle salvage, dismantler and recycler in the UK to introduce carbon labelling for its green parts
Direct Line Group acquires By Miles
26 April 2023
Direct Line Group acquires By Miles
Direct Line Group has acquired By Miles Group Ltd, a Managing General Agent and provider of real-time pay-by-mile insurance policies.
Aluminium in vehicle manufacturing continues to grow
24 April 2023
Aluminium in vehicle manufacturing continues to grow
A new survey of vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers shows aluminium use in new electric vehicles will continue to grow to the end of the decade.
Tickets on sale for Bodyshop Awards 2023
21 April 2023
Tickets on sale for Bodyshop Awards 2023
Tickets for the Bodyshop Awards 2023 – the all-day collision repair industry event which includes the Bodyshop Expo, 30 Under 30: Rising Stars celebration and the ever-popular Bodyshop Awards gala dinner – are on sale now
Bodyshop Magazine Summer Launch Party 2023
21 April 2023
Bodyshop Magazine Summer Launch Party 2023
Book your places now for the Bodyshop Magazine Summer Launch Party 2023, an exclusive networking event which will take place on Monday, 5 June (6:00pm-midnight) at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Forest of Arden Country Club near Birmingham
Jaguar Land Rover major rebrand
21 April 2023
Jaguar Land Rover major rebrand
Jaguar Land Rover has announced it will rebrand to JLR, with cars built under the Range Rover, Discovery, Defender and Jaguar names
Clip for cash scams
20 April 2023
Clip for cash scams
The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) is warning of a new type of crash for cash scam involving wing mirrors, which has been spreading across the UK
Motor fleet market returning to pre Covid trends
20 April 2023
Motor fleet market returning to pre Covid trends
A Towergate report shows that the UK motor market which saw rate reductions immediately after the pandemic, is now reversing the trend back to pre-Covid conditions
EV interest drops amidst rising costs
20 April 2023
EV interest drops amidst rising costs
The government has been urged do more to encourage EV adoption as buyer interest has plummeted in the face of higher vehicle and energy prices coupled with the cost-of living crisis
Motor Ombudsman EVs top of complaints
19 April 2023
Motor Ombudsman EVs top of complaints
The Motor Ombudsman has recorded the highest quarterly volume of consumer complaints about electric vehicles (EVs) during the opening three months of 2023
Car crime rising
19 April 2023
Car crime rising
Car thefts have risen by a third in a year but police only investigate about one in four
GEM welcomes cancellation of new smart motorways
18 April 2023
GEM welcomes cancellation of new smart motorways
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has welcomed the Government's announcement that no new smart motorways are to be built in the UK
UK's first zero-emission Hydrogen-Electric HGV with 370-mile range
18 April 2023
UK's first zero-emission Hydrogen-Electric HGV with 370-mile range
Zero-emission, hydrogen-powered commercial vehicle innovator, Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), has plans to disrupt the haulage industry, unveiling a clean-sheet-designed hydrogen-electric Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV).
AI won't replace you, engineers using AI will
18 April 2023
AI won't replace you, engineers using AI will
The CEO and founder of Monolith, artificial intelligence (AI) software provider to the world's leading engineering teams, has issued a stark warning for engineers to 'stay ahead of the curve' when it comes to AI adoption, or risk falling behind
Ford pioneers 'hands-off, eyes-on' UK driving
17 April 2023
Ford pioneers 'hands-off, eyes-on' UK driving
Ford has announced that it has launched the UK's first 'hands-free' assisted driving system, Thatcham Research Vehicle Technology Specialist Tom Leggett offers an expert view, explaining what "BlueCruise" is and, importantly, what it isn't
New drive for the all-electric ID. family
14 April 2023
New drive for the all-electric ID. family
The next electric drive generation for the ID. family is now being launched. With the new APP550 rear-wheel drive, Volkswagen's electric model family will receive a completely newly developed power unit
StoreDot's smaller, faster battery packs
13 April 2023
StoreDot's smaller, faster battery packs
StoreDot will soon be manufacturing silicon batteries that enable car makers to design and produce cheaper, lighter and more sustainable EVs
Euro NCAP new Truck Safety rating scheme
12 April 2023
Euro NCAP new Truck Safety rating scheme
Euro NCAP has announced that the safety organisation will expand its scope even further to provide detailed safety information about the safety of heavy trucks via an innovative Truck Safe City and Highway rating scheme

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