Professional Motor Factor

IAAF calls for MPs to back independent aftermarket

IAAF calls for MPs to back independent aftermarket

The IAAF has released a statement, that proclaims the election on 4th July is an opportunity for all in t ...

The IAAF has released a statement, that proclaims the election on 4th July is an opportunity for all in the trade to raise awareness of the independent aftermarket’s right to repair and the consumer’s ...

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INside Schaeffler: Jo Loughman

INside Schaeffler: Jo Loughman

First-up in the new ‘INside Schaeffler’ series is Jo Loughman, a long-time member of staff and the curren ...

First-up in the new ‘INside Schaeffler’ series is Jo Loughman, a long-time member of staff and the current customer service and deputy operations manager. The idea behind the concept is for both custo ...

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What is in the pipeline for Car Spares Factors?

What is in the pipeline for Car Spares Factors?

In the second part of his visit to Car Spares Factors’ newest branch in Harrow, formerly Saxons Motor Fac ...

In the second part of his visit to Car Spares Factors’ newest branch in Harrow, formerly Saxons Motor Factors, our editor, Tom Henman, hears about CSF’s latest plans, digitisation and whether competit ...

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How has Jepson & Co continued to grow?

How has Jepson & Co continued to grow?

As Jepson & Co celebrates its 130-year anniversary, Jo Hackett, marketing and administration manager, ...

As Jepson & Co celebrates its 130-year anniversary, Jo Hackett, marketing and administration manager, takes a moment to reflect on the company’s history while eagerly looking forward to a future “ ...

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What is Castrol’s strategy for motor factors?

What is Castrol’s strategy for motor factors?

From sustainability and availability to education and support, Castrol National Key Account Manager, Cour ...

From sustainability and availability to education and support, Castrol National Key Account Manager, Courtney Forman, reveals the supplier’s motor factor approach. Q. Considering growing environmental ...

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Get to know the man behind JLM Lubricants

Get to know the man behind JLM Lubricants

In business, success often hinges on a delicate balance between personal passion, industry knowledge, and ...

In business, success often hinges on a delicate balance between personal passion, industry knowledge, and strategic decision-making. For Gilbert Groot, the founder of JLM Lubricants, this journey bega ...

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The story behind the [M]enable mental wealth platform

The story behind the [M]enable mental wealth platform

Stephen, the founder of [M]enable, shares the genesis, evolution, and mission of his platform focused on ...

Stephen, the founder of [M]enable, shares the genesis, evolution, and mission of his platform focused on mental health within the industry. Stemming from personal struggles, Stephen recognised the urg ...

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How the next generation can bridge the skills gap

How the next generation can bridge the skills gap

The skills gap and attracting the next generation of automotive talent are intrinsically linked. We addre ...

The skills gap and attracting the next generation of automotive talent are intrinsically linked. We address the issues, potential reasons behind them, but also share some of the ideas, solutions and r ...

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UFI supplies filters for Formula 1 teams

UFI supplies filters for Formula 1 teams

UFI Filters has cemented its position as a top producer of filtration systems by supplying nine of the te ...

UFI Filters has cemented its position as a top producer of filtration systems by supplying nine of the ten teams competing in the 2024 Formula 1 season, which started on 2nd March with the Bahrain Gra ...

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Has price replaced safety when it comes to bulbs?

Has price replaced safety when it comes to bulbs?

Ring, an automotive lighting and auto electrics supplier, has a state of the art lighting laboratory loca ...

Ring, an automotive lighting and auto electrics supplier, has a state of the art lighting laboratory located at its headquarters in Leeds, UK, and while testing a range of bulbs in the industry, it sa ...

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