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Fraudsters guilty of selling knock-off aftermarket parts in UK

Group used Amazon as platform for its products

08 February 2024

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APH Automotive appointed Suplex's exclusive GB distributor

Director Andrew Hopkin said the move "is a feather in the cap for APH"

08 February 2024

Read more about APH Automotive appointed Suplex's exclusive GB distributor

Parts in Motion bought by Alliance Automotive Group

The online-only brand, which sells 250,000 automotive components and accessories, posts annual sales of £20 million

06 February 2024

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TMD Friction strikes off after pay deal reached

More than 180 workers at Hartlepool factory walked out after talks stalled at the end of 2023; firm had offered 4% pay rise

05 February 2024

Read more about TMD Friction strikes off after pay deal reached

Hella customer centre proving popular

The facilities went live in the final quarter of 2023

01 February 2024

Read more about Hella customer centre proving popular

Decision to shelve MOT changes hailed as win for common sense

Government decision comes after criticism of garages being left in the dark

29 January 2024

Read more about Decision to shelve MOT changes hailed as win for common sense

Major top-end restructure at Ring Automotive

Lighting and electronics firm wants to align the business “with the changing landscape of the automotive aftermarket"

22 January 2024

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Campaign launched to highlight aftermarket's repair role

Right to Repair Campaign looks to show owners that they have more choice than just going to a dealership, allowing for more competitive pricing

17 January 2024

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How to tackle garages' apprentice issue?

IGA tells CAT the aftermarket's "dirty" perception is one of the key reasons for just 23% of UK garages hiring trainees

10 January 2024

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Costs, taxes and energy bills are biggest worries for garages in 2024

Motor Ombudsman has released the results to its annual survey

09 January 2024

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