The Lincoln branch of national garage chain IN‘n’OUT Autocentres has tackled its staffing challenges by hiring a technician from India through Easy2Recruit, an specialist agency that helps garages source overseas talent.
Swindon vehicle repair business Evolution Car Center has been hit with an £80,000 fine for employing illegal workers.
Drivers are increasingly prioritising data security when selecting garages for servicing and repairs, according to the findings of a new survey from Digidentity.
The Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance has welcomed an independent review of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) which could finally resolve longstanding frustrations over converting classic cars to electric.
Despite rising costs and technology change, the UK repair market remains dynamic and resilient, according to a new FixMyCar report which urges garages to leverage EV training and digital tools to not only build loyalty but also expand their revenue base.
Automotive training provider Our Virtual Academy, is supporting the ‘EV Edge’ campaign launched by Garage Services Online.
Two garage workers from Middlesbrough have been sentenced at Teesside Crown Court for issuing fraudulent MOT certificates.
A worsening shortage of replacement car parts is leaving motorists waiting weeks, or even months, for repairs, according to research by insurance broker The Green Insurer.
Garage Services Online has unveiled a new campaign called EV Edge, aimed at helping independent garages exploit the rapidly expanding hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) market.
The 2024 British Independent Garage Awards took centre stage on September 20, honouring the best and brightest in the independent garage industry
More than 3,000 independent garage members can now tap in to The Motor Ombudsman’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) service.
The number of people opting to travel in cars is exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest official statistics from the Department for Transport.
Dealers can now access more accurate repair pricing data thanks to a new data partnership between Stellantis and Digital INNK.
Motor industry organisations have reacted to suggestions that dealerships and garages should be able to do more to deter motorists from driving off in a car or van that has unresolved safety-critical faults identified by vehicle technicians.
The RMI Academy of Automotive Skills will open the Avonmouth Academy with its inaugural course set to begin on 22 July.
Epyx has established a new network of over 1,400 garages nationwide to streamline motor warranty work and provide warranty providers with easy access to workshops
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has revealed the finalists for the prestigious BIG Awards 2024 who have shown exceptional excellence in their respective categories in the independent garage sector.
The Motor Ombudsman has launched a tyre safety awareness initiative ‘Make Time for Tyres’.
Arnold Clark Autoparts will be sponsoring the ‘Best Community Initiative’ accolade at the second edition of the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards.
The Motor Ombudsman is seeking nominations for the fifth edition of its prestigious Star Awards.
