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How the automotive aftermarket can reduce vacancies

How the automotive aftermarket can reduce vacancies

In 2024, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) reported that the vacancy rate in the automotive after ...

In 2024, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) reported that the vacancy rate in the automotive aftermarket was 43% above the national average. For vehicles of all ages to have access to adequate ...

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Reflecting on Car Spares Factors’ 2024 trade night

Reflecting on Car Spares Factors’ 2024 trade night

Car Spares Factors (CSF) welcomed hundreds of eager customers and dozens of trade suppliers to its Southg ...

Car Spares Factors (CSF) welcomed hundreds of eager customers and dozens of trade suppliers to its Southgate head office last September, for a trade night. Set against the backdrop of a beautiful autu ...

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Why you should be selling windscreen repair

Why you should be selling windscreen repair

We’re aware of the dangers of driving at this time of year, when the evenings and mornings are still rela ...

We’re aware of the dangers of driving at this time of year, when the evenings and mornings are still relatively dark. Poor weather conditions and rain induced potholes can cause all manner of issues f ...

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Brake Engineering caliper study ignites industry debate

Brake Engineering caliper study ignites industry debate

A recent independent study on defect brake calipers has ignited a wider debate in the automotive industry ...

A recent independent study on defect brake calipers has ignited a wider debate in the automotive industry on parts quality, skills and sector regulation, claims Brake Engineering. The braking speciali ...

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Why data is essential for VLS’s processes

Why data is essential for VLS’s processes

We previously brought you an insightful interview with the Verification of Lubrication Specifications (VL ...

We previously brought you an insightful interview with the Verification of Lubrication Specifications (VLS) Chairman, Harald Oosting. Intentionally, though, there was an answer left out – left out for ...

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How using Cataclean benefited Markhams Garage

How using Cataclean benefited Markhams Garage

Simon Powney, managing director at Markhams Garage, has shared insights into the benefits and upselling o ...

Simon Powney, managing director at Markhams Garage, has shared insights into the benefits and upselling opportunities Cataclean provides the business. Simon, who has dedicated 32 years to the automoti ...

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A review of Allied Nippon and FG7’s Trackstar 2024

A review of Allied Nippon and FG7’s Trackstar 2024

The culmination of an exclusive Allied Nippon and FG7 campaign, Trackstar 2024, took place at Nutts Corne ...

The culmination of an exclusive Allied Nippon and FG7 campaign, Trackstar 2024, took place at Nutts Corner Circuit. Our editor, Tom Henman, provides the words. A cool morning and the rumble of high-pe ...

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Why you shouldn’t overlook the 12V battery

Why you shouldn’t overlook the 12V battery

With much attention given to developing technologies within the sector, particularly in terms of EVs, it’ ...

With much attention given to developing technologies within the sector, particularly in terms of EVs, it’s easy to overlook the humble 12V battery, according to Ecobat Battery Training Manager, Christ ...

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Kerridge CS answers questions on Rain Data takeover

Kerridge CS answers questions on Rain Data takeover

Following the announcement of Kerridge Commercial Systems' takeover of Rain Data, we had the opportunity ...

Following the announcement of Kerridge Commercial Systems' takeover of Rain Data, we had the opportunity to put some questions to KCS Managing Director UK and Ireland, James Mitchell. Q. How will Rain ...

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Why Kerridge CS’s takeover of Rain Data is significant

Why Kerridge CS’s takeover of Rain Data is significant

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) has bolstered its product information and data solutions with the acqui ...

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) has bolstered its product information and data solutions with the acquisition of Rain Data. The company believes the acquisition marks a “significant step forward”. R ...

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