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The importance of supplying the right oil

The importance of supplying the right oil

Simon Matthews, product development manager at Exol Lubricants, is keen to emphasise the importance of ra ...

Simon Matthews, product development manager at Exol Lubricants, is keen to emphasise the importance of raising awareness about selecting the right oils and lubricants for the colder months. He also hi ...

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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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Which of Thinkcar UK’s tools to look out for

Which of Thinkcar UK’s tools to look out for

With the need for diagnostic tooling and specialist equipment ever-increasing, Thinkcar UK is seeing its ...

With the need for diagnostic tooling and specialist equipment ever-increasing, Thinkcar UK is seeing its kit fly off the shelves – what should you be keeping an eye on? Thinkcar UK offers a wide array ...

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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 to improve staff turnover with retention strategies

How to improve staff turnover with retention strategies

Amy Blick, the owner of exhilHRate, is back for another HR helping, and in this issue, she confronts the ...

Amy Blick, the owner of exhilHRate, is back for another HR helping, and in this issue, she confronts the tough topic of employee turnover and retention. A recurring question from new clients: “How can ...

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A look into the IAAF Right to Repair movement

A look into the IAAF Right to Repair movement

Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) CEO, Mark Field, provides an update on lobbying and ...

Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) CEO, Mark Field, provides an update on lobbying and campaigns, networking and events, the IAAF Training Academy and the overall membership experien ...

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Unlock new revenue streams with ALLDATA Repair

Unlock new revenue streams with ALLDATA Repair

ALLDATA Europe is making its Professional Motor Factor debut, so what better way to make its mark than in ...

ALLDATA Europe is making its Professional Motor Factor debut, so what better way to make its mark than introducing the person in charge of its UK operation – Simon Frost – who is the company’s UK sale ...

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How innovations from ELTA Automotive support factors

How innovations from ELTA Automotive support factors

ELTA Automotive Marketing Manager, Tim Brotherton, is back to answer a few more questions about how the c ...

ELTA Automotive Marketing Manager, Tim Brotherton, is back to answer a few more questions about how the company is evolving with the times, for the benefit of motor factors and workshops alike. Missed ...

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What milestones did ELTA Automotive hit in 2024?

What milestones did ELTA Automotive hit in 2024?

ELTA Automotive Marketing Manager, Tim Brotherton, is in the hotseat to tackle our questions about the co ...

ELTA Automotive Marketing Manager, Tim Brotherton, is in the hotseat to tackle our questions about the company's experiences in 2024, and the state of play in the industry. Q. Hi Tim, can you update o ...

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