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How did JLM Lubricants become renowned worldwide?

How did JLM Lubricants become renowned worldwide?

After getting to know Mr JLM Lubricants himself – AKA Gilbert Groot – and discovering how the company was ...

After getting to know Mr JLM Lubricants himself – AKA Gilbert Groot – and discovering how the company was born in part one, the next instalment from our interview, conducted all the way from The Nethe ...

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Why Ivor Searle is investing heavily in apprenticeships

Why Ivor Searle is investing heavily in apprenticeships

As we reported previously, apprenticeships are vital to the future of the automotive sector. It’s imperat ...

As we reported previously, apprenticeships are vital to the future of the automotive sector. It’s imperative that young people have – and take-up – opportunities so they forge a long-term, successful ...

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What is Simply Brands’ growth strategy?

What is Simply Brands’ growth strategy?

In part two of an interview with Simply Brands Business Development Manager, Sam Robinson, he explains th ...

In part two of an interview with Simply Brands Business Development Manager, Sam Robinson, he explains the company’s strategies for growth. Q. Could you provide some insights into Simply Brands’ ambi ...

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What Sam Robinson brings to Simply Brands

What Sam Robinson brings to Simply Brands

In an interview with Simply Brands Business Development Manager, Sam Robinson, he explains his role and h ...

In an interview with Simply Brands Business Development Manager, Sam Robinson, he explains his role and how his extensive experience in product management and marketing positions means he’s well-place ...

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What is Wood Auto Supplies’ approach to EVs?

What is Wood Auto Supplies’ approach to EVs?

Following on from part one, Mike Blissett, Sales Director at Wood Auto Supplies, delves into the company' ...

Following on from part one, Mike Blissett, Sales Director at Wood Auto Supplies, delves into the company's approach to the EV market, its reputation for reliability and how it keeps up with market tre ...

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How PSH ownership has benefited Wood Auto Supplies

How PSH ownership has benefited Wood Auto Supplies

Wood Auto Supplies Sales Director, Mike Blissett, sheds light on the company’s evolution since becoming a ...

Wood Auto Supplies Sales Director, Mike Blissett, sheds light on the company’s evolution since becoming an independent business under PSH ownership. With substantial investments and strategic guidance ...

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How IFA teen raised thousands for GOSH

How IFA teen raised thousands for GOSH

In a heart-warming turn of events, Henry Taylor, a Year 10 student from Cornwall and son of Gretal, who r ...

In a heart-warming turn of events, Henry Taylor, a Year 10 student from Cornwall and son of Gretal, who runs the IFA head office in Truro, has raised an astounding £68,500 for Great Ormond Street Hosp ...

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Why is GSF Car Parts opening additional branches?

Why is GSF Car Parts opening additional branches?

As part of GSF Car Parts' expansion plan, two new branches, one in Sunderland and another in Wembley, hav ...

As part of GSF Car Parts' expansion plan, two new branches, one in Sunderland and another in Wembley, have officially opened. Open for business Sunderland and Wembley are the two new branch openings, ...

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A look at GSF Car Parts’ overhauled leadership team

A look at GSF Car Parts’ overhauled leadership team

GSF Car Parts has assembled a new leadership team, comprising, what the national motor factor describes, ...

GSF Car Parts has assembled a new leadership team, comprising, what the national motor factor describes, as the best current and emerging talent in the aftermarket, as part of its plans to grow the bu ...

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How relationships play a crucial role in the aftermarket

How relationships play a crucial role in the aftermarket

In the ecosystem of the automotive aftermarket, where manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, independent ...

In the ecosystem of the automotive aftermarket, where manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, independent workshops, and end-users are all connected, relationships serve as the threads that hold the e ...

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