United Aftermarket Network (UAN), the automotive buying group, has joined the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF).

UAN already comprises 28 distributors and is represented in both the car and CV markets. By joining the ADF, UAN expects to benefit from key business support and have access to "vital information such as legal matters and health and safety legislation".

The group will also have the opportunity to participate in many of the ADF’s activities and will work closely with the organisation on issues central to the running of a distributor’s business – for example, the understanding and execution of the new Block Exemption regulations.