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Survey reveals a gap in transmission maintenance

Survey reveals a gap in transmission maintenance

An international survey carried out by MEYLE and Innofact, a market research institute, has revealed a “s ...

An international survey carried out by MEYLE and Innofact, a market research institute, has revealed a “significant disconnect” between awareness and practical implementation of automatic transmission ...

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The key trends shaping the automotive industry

The key trends shaping the automotive industry

LKQ UK and Ireland Chief Executive, Kevan Wooden, outlines the key trends he and the national distributor ...

LKQ UK and Ireland Chief Executive, Kevan Wooden, outlines the key trends he and the national distributor expect to shape the trade in 2026. The emotive 2030 ICE ban, the growth of Chinese car brands ...

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OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students

OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students

Renowned lighting manufacturer, OSRAM, recently delivered their OSRAM Lighting Academy training session o ...

Renowned lighting manufacturer, OSRAM, recently delivered their OSRAM Lighting Academy training session on automotive lighting to nearly 70 motor vehicle engineering students at Nottingham College. St ...

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JLM’s 2026 catalogue is here

JLM’s 2026 catalogue is here

It’s back! The 2026 JLM Lubricants catalogue is here, with every product fully listed and described. Acro ...

It’s back! The 2026 JLM Lubricants catalogue is here, with every product fully listed and described. Across 19 pages, you’ll find the complete JLM range – packed with solutions for independent worksho ...

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Why Ecobat has changed to Veloris

Why Ecobat has changed to Veloris

Ecobat Battery was divested from Ecobat Group in June 2025 and is now owned by Endless LLP. This necessi ...

Ecobat Battery was divested from Ecobat Group in June 2025 and is now owned by Endless LLP. This necessitated a name change, as well as the opportunity to set out a clear strategic vision for the com ...

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Behind the scenes tour with Schaeffler

Behind the scenes tour with Schaeffler

There was tremendous anticipation and excitement surrounding Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions’ media ...

There was tremendous anticipation and excitement surrounding Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions’ media tour. Planning was meticulous, the locations of Slovakia and Hungary promised intrigue, the it ...

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How to keep operations smooth in winter

How to keep operations smooth in winter

Tim Benson, Oldfields Garage owner, and Sanjiv Shah, the Car Spares Factors owner, share how preparation, ...

Tim Benson, Oldfields Garage owner, and Sanjiv Shah, the Car Spares Factors owner, share how preparation, discipline and strong team culture keep operations running smoothly through winter pressures. ...

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ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules

ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules

Designed to close the data gap for the independent aftermarket, ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules provides di ...

Designed to close the data gap for the independent aftermarket, ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules provides direct access to original manufacturer maintenance procedures for 61 vehicle brands in 14 languag ...

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UPG celebrates 40 years

UPG celebrates 40 years

UPG celebrates 40 years with nationwide customer campaign Leading automotive parts distributor UPG UK ...

UPG celebrates 40 years with nationwide customer campaign Leading automotive parts distributor UPG UK & Ireland is marking its 40th anniversary with a nationwide customer campaign designed to cele ...

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LCV brake pads opportunity

LCV brake pads opportunity

LCVs are at the heart of modern goods transport, operating day and night to meet the growing demands of e ...

LCVs are at the heart of modern goods transport, operating day and night to meet the growing demands of e-commerce and commercial delivery. This continuous use places significant stress on brake pads, ...

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