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The role of ‘just in time’ in todays aftermarket

The role of ‘just in time’ in todays aftermarket

A garage owner and a parts factor discuss how ‘just in time’ still works in today’s aftermarket Tim Benso ...

A garage owner and a parts factor discuss how ‘just in time’ still works in today’s aftermarket Tim Benson Oldfields Garage Owner The idea of ‘just in time’ still has a place in the aftermarket, but o ...

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Arnold Clark reveals short list for supplier of the year

Arnold Clark reveals short list for supplier of the year

Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals shortlist for ‘Supplier of the Year’ award Arnold Clark Autoparts has anno ...

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 ...

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Why is year-round readiness important

Why is year-round readiness important

For decades, winter played a pivotal role for the automotive aftermarket, with freezing temperatures and ...

For decades, winter played a pivotal role for the automotive aftermarket, with freezing temperatures and icy roads driving failures and demand. Brands like Autoelectro and BM Catalysts prepared for th ...

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What’s shaping the aftermarket?

What’s shaping the aftermarket?

Last year brought developments for the trade, from the future of the internal combustion engine to intens ...

Last year brought developments for the trade, from the future of the internal combustion engine to intensifying technological complexity. For the emissions aftermarket, these changes carry particular ...

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Is the trade selling itself short?

Is the trade selling itself short?

Two independent aftermarket professionals argue it’s time for the industry to stop focusing on its proble ...

Two independent aftermarket professionals argue it’s time for the industry to stop focusing on its problems and start proudly promoting its technology, talent and community strengths to drive growth i ...

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IAAF looks to forge a ‘new aftermarket’

IAAF looks to forge a ‘new aftermarket’

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) annual conference, once again taking place at th ...

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 ...

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A turning point for ELTA Automotive

A turning point for ELTA Automotive

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manag ...

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manager, reveals why and how it will be a springboard for more success in 2026. Q. What would you sa ...

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How to choose the right supplier?

How to choose the right supplier?

Arnold Clark Autoparts Group Factor Manager, Craig McCracken, shares his views on some of the key topics ...

Arnold Clark Autoparts Group Factor Manager, Craig McCracken, shares his views on some of the key topics in the automotive aftermarket, starting with the top three attributes factors should consider w ...

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Valeo UK expands EV aftermarket offering

Valeo UK expands EV aftermarket offering

Valeo Service UK has expanded its EV aftermarket offering with the launch of eight new high-voltage part ...

Valeo Service UK has expanded its EV aftermarket offering with the launch of eight new high-voltage part references, giving workshops access to critical replacement components for popular Hyundai, Kia ...

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Cataclean helps shape aftermarket future

Cataclean helps shape aftermarket future

Cataclean takes action to inspire the next generation from the classroom Cataclean is helping shape the f ...

Cataclean takes action to inspire the next generation from the classroom Cataclean is helping shape the future of the aftermarket by taking its real-world expertise into the classroom. Peter Eaton, Ca ...

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