More than 3,500 garage professionals expected as TechFest returns to Coventry TechFest, presented by GSF Car Parts, will return to the CBS Arena on Thursday 16th July 2026 for its flagship garage technology festival. It is the sixth TechFest hosted by the motor factor, with the event growing into a must-attend date in the aftermarket ...

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Luxury car fragrance brands FRSH Scents and Carfume will exhibit at Automechanika Frankfurt from 8th – 12th September, appearing together for the first time since FRSH Scents Limited acquired Carfume in May.  Created in 2017, FRSH Scents has become one of the leading names in automotive air fresheners. Its range spans the classic formats – ...

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In its continuing bid to make the business and its ranges more sustainable and environmentally friendly, Ring is launching their new paper based bulb packaging. With it, the entire retail blister bulb offering will change from its previous plastic blister pack, to a new hanging carton pack option. Although the products will no longer be ...

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Infopro Digital Automotive opens new UK headquarters in Swindon Infopro Digital Automotive has officially opened its new UK headquarters in Swindon, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued development and commitment to supporting the automotive aftermarket in the UK and internationally. A new home for the UK team The opening event took place on ...

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ELTA Automotive has further strengthened its partnership with Lucas with the launch of a new range of Lucas Glow Plugs for the UK and European automotive aftermarket. The launch follows the success achieved by ELTA with the Lucas Spark Plug programme and represents the latest expansion of the iconic Lucas brand under ELTA’s stewardship. Building ...

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PMF highlights this month’s key industry figures as they embark on the next chapter of their careers within the UK aftermarket. BANNER Banner has appointed Gemma Hall as its finance manager, following the announcement that Lisa Jackson is to retire from her position of accounts manager after seven years with the company. Reporting to Banner ...

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Ben launches summer support lifeline as rising living costs continue to hit automotive workers and families.  Automotive industry charity, Ben, is today launching its summer families project to support current and former automotive workers, who are facing record high costs for food, fuel and energy. Now in its fourth year, Ben’s summer families project provides ...

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NAPA Racing UK has announced a series of special fan-focused initiatives ahead of the upcoming Knockhill round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) this August, all in support of its charity partner, Race Against Dementia.  Founded by three-time Formula 1 World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart OBE following his wife Helen’s diagnosis, Race ...

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Leading supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, Simply Brands, is warning of the damage UV rays can cause to wiper blades this summer. While wiper blades are reserved for rain, it’s not a known fact that the sun can damage wiper blades while they’re not in use. The UV rays from the sun unfortunately damage ...

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Jayar Car Parts has partnered with Yuasa as this summer’s festival of football gets underway – with the family-run motor factor giving away footballs with any battery purchase. Running until Sunday 19 July, any customer who purchases a battery will receive a free football and pump, while stocks last. Jayar – celebrating 50 years of ...

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