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SERMI approved in the UK

SERMI approved in the UK

A landmark moment for independent garages: SERMI approved in the UK The Independent Garage Association (I ...

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, markin ...

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VLS welcomes new chairman

VLS welcomes new chairman

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has welcomed Darren Frogson to the position of chairma ...

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has welcomed Darren Frogson to the position of chairman. Currently the CEO at Exol Lubricants, Darren succeeds Harald Oosting and brings a wealth of ...

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Ecobat Battery re-launches as Veloris

Ecobat Battery re-launches as Veloris

Following its sale from the Ecobat Group and a subsequent comprehensive review of its position in and val ...

Following its sale from the Ecobat Group and a subsequent comprehensive review of its position in and value to the market, Europe’s largest independent battery distributor is now Veloris. As it contin ...

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GSF expands with Slough branch relocation

GSF expands with Slough branch relocation

GSF Car Parts, the UK’s fastest-growing motor factor, has successfully relocated its branch in Slough to ...

GSF Car Parts, the UK’s fastest-growing motor factor, has successfully relocated its branch in Slough to a larger premises to support its growth following sustained success in the area. The branch re ...

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MANN-FILTER at the Dakar Rally

MANN-FILTER at the Dakar Rally

Maximum protection in in the world’s toughest desert race: MANN-FILTER equips the Dakar truck of the Inst ...

Maximum protection in in the world’s toughest desert race: MANN-FILTER equips the Dakar truck of the Instatrade Loprais Team De Rooy FPT. Ludwigsburg, December 3, 2025 – A truck built for the desert p ...

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GSF’s Autumn Budget response

GSF’s Autumn Budget response

GSF CEO, Steve Horne, has called the introduction of a mileage-based tax for EVs a “pivotal moment” and b ...

GSF CEO, Steve Horne, has called the introduction of a mileage-based tax for EVs a “pivotal moment” and believes vehicles with an internal combustion engine “will remain on the road longer” as a resul ...

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IAAF’s annual conference speaker line up

IAAF’s annual conference speaker line up

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has officially revealed the full speaker line-up ...

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has officially revealed the full speaker line-up for its 2025 Annual Conference, taking place on 4 December 2025 at the DoubleTree Hilton, Milt ...

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Alliance Automotive Group acquires Autosupplies Chesterfield

Alliance Automotive Group acquires Autosupplies Chesterfield

Autosupplies Chesterfield has been acquired by Alliance Automotive Group UK and Ireland. The business, fo ...

Autosupplies Chesterfield has been acquired by Alliance Automotive Group UK and Ireland. The business, founded by David Clarke in 1990 in Bolsover, Chesterfield, started as a paint and refinishing dis ...

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Factors urged to review battery stock

Factors urged to review battery stock

Ecobat Battery has urged factors to review their battery stock profile and consider the changes needed. D ...

Ecobat Battery has urged factors to review their battery stock profile and consider the changes needed. Despite its familiarity and constant presence as a staple product supplied by factors to all the ...

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Valeo launches wiper blade promotion

Valeo launches wiper blade promotion

Valeo Service UK has announced it will be giving motor factors and garages a reason to stock up on passen ...

Valeo Service UK has announced it will be giving motor factors and garages a reason to stock up on passenger car wiper blades this autumn with a limited-time promotion running from September through N ...

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