Professional Motor Factor

Don’t underestimate the importance of HR

Don’t underestimate the importance of HR

Amy Blick, the owner of exhilHRate, shares some real-world examples of how some motor factors have percei ...

Amy Blick, the owner of exhilHRate, shares some real-world examples of how some motor factors have perceived HR and argues why it should be embraced wholeheartedly. We don’t need HR advice…there’s onl ...

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Motaquip offers the complete package

Motaquip offers the complete package

Motaquip products have been a staple on shelves of motor factors since 1981. Those behind the brand are c ...

Motaquip products have been a staple on shelves of motor factors since 1981. Those behind the brand are confident its diverse product portfolio is synonymous with OE matching quality and trusted by te ...

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Correcting misinformation regarding glare and dazzle

Correcting misinformation regarding glare and dazzle

After the topic of glaring headlights hit the national media, Ring is reinforcing facts to bring understa ...

After the topic of glaring headlights hit the national media, Ring is reinforcing facts to bring understanding to this topic. Ring revealed in early 2024 that, during a routine test it undertook of bu ...

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How quality exhaust systems help retain customers

How quality exhaust systems help retain customers

Loyal customers are the lifeblood of any motor factor, and supporting garages with dependable parts when ...

Loyal customers are the lifeblood of any motor factor, and supporting garages with dependable parts when they need them, only strengthens relationships. A proven way to ensure customer satisfaction, a ...

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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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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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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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