Digitalisation, electrification, data dependency and intense margin pressure are reshaping how motor factors, e-commerce platforms and workshops alike operate. In this new landscape, reliable data, smarter software and connected ecosystems have become essential infrastructure rather than optional tools, according to Infopro Digital Automotive. Infopro Digital Automotive is confident it has positioned itself at the centre ...

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LKQ Euro Car Parts launches young talent programme to help tackle industry skills shortage.  LKQ Euro Car Parts marked National Apprenticeship Week 2026 earlier this month with the launch of a new initiative designed to help independent garages recruit, train and retain the next generation of automotive talent. The LKQ Young Talent Programme, delivered in ...

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Klipboard has launched Klipboard Money, a payments solution to help businesses get paid “faster, reduce operational friction and save time” Klipboard Money integrates into Klipboard’s business management platforms to simplify payments and account reconciliation, with the company taking a different stance to standalone payment providers that focus solely on taking payments. Klipboard VP Payment, Lochan ...

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Rising costs – especially utility bills, national insurance and the minimum wage – will continue to be felt this year. Keeping costs under control remains a challenge, especially with margins already cut to the bone – does this mean you should scale back brand operations because the hill is too big to climb? According to ...

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A new year brings a host of opportunities – what if one of those was the chance to strengthen your business, build trust with customers and staff, and ensure that you are doing everything you can to protect the rights and freedoms of people regarding the personal and sensitive data you hold? Here’s data protection ...

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HELLA has given its thermal management range a fresh face – and a cool one at that… If you visited HELLA’s stand at Automechanika Birmingham earlier this year, you may already be familiar with Terry – the brand’s new thermal management mascot. Named via a competition open to visitors, Terry is now front and centre ...

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Considering the demands that batteries are under, particularly in more modern vehicles, and that they remain the root cause of many roadside breakdowns, Ecobat Battery has long championed the ‘test every battery’ message, not only as a means of tackling the problems, but also as a profit opportunity for both workshops and motor factors. One ...

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For more than four decades, Esprit has been at the forefront of windscreen repair technology. Now, the British manufacturer is unveiling its latest development – the Quantum Elite, an advanced injector system designed to deliver stronger, faster, and more reliable repairs, while remaining fully compatible with existing Esprit equipment. Esprit’s original injector design, first launched ...

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Motor factors are at the front line when it comes to oil selection – and the wrong choice can lead to big problems. That’s the message from the Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS), which has just updated its white paper to reflect an influx of new cases and some concerning trends. Two years ago, VLS ...

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If you’re supplying professional-grade repair equipment, safety and ease of use are key selling points. Esprit’s windscreen repair kit has been developed to ensure quality repairs and reduce risk to both the technician and the vehicle. Understanding and communicating these features to trade customers is an important part of supporting safe and effective repair work. ...

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