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Can UK oil market survive with 1000 brands?

With the huge number of different oil blends and brews in the UK market, is there any wonder motorists and workshops are facing confusion?

17 December 2024

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Some car makers not providing the UK aftermarket with key data and parts

The legislative requirements compels all manufacturers operating in the UK to make repair data available to the entire aftermarket

12 December 2024

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The true cost of servicing cars in 2024

The cost-of-living crisis has forced motorists onto restrictive budgets. This means garages need to price their work keenly

05 December 2024

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Why Britain's pothole crisis is an opportunity for the aftermarket

Insurer payouts for pothole-related damage are on the rise

03 December 2024

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Should you buy Chinese-made parts?

Chinese-made parts are now as abundant as ever, with backing from major suppliers

05 November 2024

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What the Autumn Budget means for the aftermarket

It’s easy to come away with a sense of relief that the Budget could have been a lot worse

31 October 2024

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How advertising standards affect the aftermarket

We break down everything you need to know about advertising – and staying on the right side of the law

17 October 2024

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The new laws governing sexual harassment in the workplace

Employers will be wondering whether their existing approach will be sufficient to comply. The answer is that they need to do more

08 October 2024

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Battery market to see rapid growth, say experts

The global demand for 12V battery technology will increase by 236 million batteries by 2040

17 September 2024

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"Up and down" parts supply could take years to return to normal

The effects of Covid and global conflicts are still being felt through the industry, although the situation shows signs of improvement

29 July 2024

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