Steve Horne on Growth, Innovation and Keeping It Local
July 24, 2026
With the popularity of staycations continuing, renowned wiper blade manufacturer, TRICO, is recommending factors and technicians to check wiper blades and upsell them in the summer season.
Motor finance deposits and monthly payments have stayed “remarkably consistent” over the last 12 months despite ongoing Bank of England interest increases prompting higher rates for used car buyers.
Time’s running out for workshops to place their entries into The Blend Awards, which takes place at the highly anticipated annual conference and networking event for independent garage owners in Birmingham on 7th October.
DENSO Aftermarket created the PowerEdge brand to fulfil demand from customers looking for high quality/good value replacement parts, and has now expanded the range to include thermal management products with the introduction of air conditioning (AC) compressors.
DENSO UK invited key customers to a golf event at The Belfry, one of the most prestigious UK venues.
As the summer approaches, many Brits will be thinking about their annual holiday and one that’s been popular since COVID and was also boosted by the fantastic weather last year, is the staycation.
Comline Auto Parts is developing its steering and suspension range for alternatively fuelled vehicles apace – perfectly illustrated by two new vehicle spotlights that focus on the Volkswagen ID3 and Hyundai Ioniq.
Dealer optimism about the used car sector has reached a 14 month high, according to the new Startline Used Car Tracker.
One in five motorists (20%) say they would sell their car if the UK adopted a German-style universal public transport pass, new research shows.
NIO officially launched its first smart electric tourer, ET5 Touring. Designed with families in mind, the ET5 Touring adds versatility, space, and practicality to the sporting character of its sedan variant, offering users a dynamic style as the world’s first premium smart electric tourer.
