The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has secured a meeting with the Department for Transport (DfT) to discuss the MOT fee, marking a significant breakthrough in its campaign for a review of a charge that has remained unchanged for Class 4 vehicles since 2010. The meeting follows sustained industry pressure over rising operating costs and concerns ...

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The Independent Garage Association’s endorsement of the ‘Fake Always Breaks’ campaign highlights the risks associated with counterfeit vehicle parts and the importance of vigilance across the motor trade. A similar principle applies to vehicle additives, according to Kalimex, that using products with unclear formulations or low active ingredient levels can reduce effectiveness and may impact ...

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A landmark moment for independent garages: SERMI approved in the UK The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced it has achieved full approval for the European SERMI scheme in the UK, marking a landmark breakthrough for the independent automotive repair sector. The approval concludes a 17-year programme of work and makes the UK the only ...

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