Jayar Car Parts is delighted to announce the total acquisition of Independent Motor Factors (IMF) – increasing its branch network to 70 and becoming one of the largest independent motor factors in England. Having already held a share in IMF – a fellow IFA member – both parties have agreed to a complete takeover. Initially, ...

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Laser Tools has celebrated its 50-year anniversary with the launch of Future 50, an initiative designed to support aspiring young mechanics in their first steps into the automotive aftermarket. The Future 50 was officially launched at a special anniversary milestone event and Laser Tools also unveiled 50 new tools, each complete with a 50-year warranty. ...

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MJ Allen Automotive has acquired the Shaftec brand, its intellectual property and stock inventory. This comes after the majority of the remanufacturer’s workforce were made redundant and the company put into administration in March. A statement released by MJ Allen Automotive on Monday 13 April said: “The acquisition strengthens our steering, braking and drivetrain offering ...

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UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026 partners with LKQ Euro Car Parts on the Bodyshop Village.  LKQ Euro Car Parts has been announced as the official partner for the Bodyshop Village, a dedicated hub for bodyshop professionals, at the UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, returning to the NEC, Birmingham, on 3rd and 4th June 2026. New to ...

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The majority of Shaftec’s workforce have been made redundant after the remanufacturer went into administration and ceased trading. Despite an “extensive marketing process”, a buyer for the Birmingham-based business could not be secured and, consequently, administrators were called in. The company, which remanufactures steering, suspension and brake parts, had faced “increasing financial pressure” as a ...

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Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals shortlist for ‘Supplier of the Year’ award Arnold Clark Autoparts has announced the shortlist for its annual ‘Supplier of the Year’ award, recognising partners that have delivered exceptional performance throughout 2025. The award celebrates excellence across a range of crucial performance areas set out by the leading distributor, including part availability, ...

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Ben launches Miles That Matter to get the automotive community moving this April.  This April Ben will be inviting individuals and teams from across the sector to go the distance for those who are struggling or in crisis. Ben is calling on people across the automotive sector to step up, get active, and make every ...

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UPG celebrates 40 years with nationwide customer campaign Leading automotive parts distributor UPG UK & Ireland is marking its 40th anniversary with a nationwide customer campaign designed to celebrate the milestone while rewarding the loyal motor factors, engine reconditioners and distributors that have supported the business over the past four decades. Founded in 1985, UPG ...

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Arnold Clark Autoparts launches promotion with Milwaukee Arnold Clark Autoparts has launched its latest promotion in collaboration with leading tool manufacturer, Milwaukee. For a limited time, customers will receive a FREE Milwaukee heated jacket and battery when purchasing six Ultratec bag-in-box oils (120 litres), with 15 new grades now available following a recent product expansion. ...

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The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) annual conference, once again taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes on 4 December, signalled the end of another busy 12 months in the trade. This year, IAAF looked to the future – focusing on how the sector can adapt to cultural, economic and behavioural shifts. Former ...

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