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Engine Oil Withdrawn From Sale Following VLS Stellantis Specification Investigation

April 3, 2026

GSF opens trade registrations for TechFest North

GSF Car Parts is excited to announce that registrations are now open for TechFest North, which takes place at the Utilita Arena, Newcastle on Thursday 28th May. Utilita Arena Newcastle

Bridgegate Tyres makes major infrastructure and operational investment

Independent tyre and automotive service provider New Bridgegate Tyres (NB Tyres) has enhanced its operational capacity, service offerings, and regional coverage across the North East following a £500,000 investment programme

IAAF challenges vehicle manufacturer over access to information 

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has formally challenged another vehicle manufacturer over what it believes are discriminatory barriers preventing independent garages from accessing essential vehicle systems, a move the

NAPA Auto Parts Launches UK Recruitment Drive to Support Continued Growth

NAPA Auto Parts are excited to launch its UK-wide recruitment drive, the NAPA Auto Parts Career Clinic, a campaign created to expand its network of talented people following a successful

Sermi Goes Live In The UK: A New Era For Independent Garages

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed that the European SERMI scheme will officially go live in the UK on 1st April, marking a historic breakthrough for independent garages nationwide.

Garages Back MOT Price Cap Increase But Discount At POS

Most garage owners want to see the price of the MOT increase, yet data from BookMyGarage, the UK’s leading comparison site for MOTs, servicing & repairs, showed tests performed by

UK Garage and Bodyshop Event Unveils Refreshed Line-Up

The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event (UKGBE) has revealed an expanded and enhanced line-up of features and dedicated hubs for its 2026 show. The programme is designed to support skills

How the Aftermarket Can Reposition Itself as a Career of Choice

Across the UK, several traditionally hands-on industries have successfully transformed how they are perceived by the next generation. Plumbing, electrical trades and the Armed Forces are no longer widely viewed

Kumho Tyre Strengthens UK TBR Team with Promotion and New Appointment

As part of its continued expansion in the truck and bus tyre (TBR) segment, Kumho Tyre (UK) Ltd has strengthened its sales and management team with a senior promotion and

Motul and Caterham renew their partnership focused on performance

Caterham and Motul today announce the renewal of their partnership, bringing together Caterham’s lightweight sports car expertise and Motul’s long-standing know-how in high-performance lubrication, builton more than 170 years of

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