Will Rimell

As widely expected for the last two weeks, it has been confirmed that Klarius Group today entered into administration. There is no further information at the moment, but a statement from Klarius/KPMG is expected soon.

"Sogefi Group, Europe’s leading OE and Aftermarket filter manufacturer, is announcing the sale of the Crosland Filters brand to Euro Car Parts."

As much as £1.2 billion of last year's designated transport funding from the Department for Transport (DFT) is being spent by local authorities without any oversight, a report from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) says.

As Britain continues to struggle to get out of a double-dip recession, an increasing number of finance directors are being faced with the same dilemma. A key customer keeps asking for extra time to pay its outstanding invoices. Here's how to protect yourself against the zombie businesses.

Sogefi has extended its 25-year contract with Groupauto, securing another three-year term as preferred supplier in the UK and Ireland. Sogefi says the renewal shows a confidence in the "quality, scope and value" it offers.

David Cameron has promised to hold a referendum in the UK to decide if Britain will remain part of the EU. The referendum will come in the early part of the next parliament if the Conservatives win the next election.

Motaquip General Manager Peter Cox leads the CAT Council in setting his New Year resolutions. When compared to motor factors is there any other industry offering a more efficient supply chain to technicians and service points in the UK? The answer is almost certainly no, so we should congratulate ourselves on what we’ve achieved. Or should we?