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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Jayar Car Parts is delighted to announce the opening of its newest branch – located in Warminster, Wiltshire. Led by Branch Manager, Liam Reay, the new site – based in Woodcock Industrial Estate, Warminster – has already made its mark on the local community after hosting a trade breakfast prior to opening today. Jayar Warminster ...

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More than 3,500 garage professionals expected as TechFest returns to Coventry TechFest, presented by GSF Car Parts, will return to the CBS Arena on Thursday 16th July 2026 for its flagship garage technology festival. It is the sixth TechFest hosted by the motor factor, with the event growing into a must-attend date in the aftermarket ...

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Infopro Digital Automotive opens new UK headquarters in Swindon Infopro Digital Automotive has officially opened its new UK headquarters in Swindon, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued development and commitment to supporting the automotive aftermarket in the UK and internationally. A new home for the UK team The opening event took place on ...

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ELTA Automotive has further strengthened its partnership with Lucas with the launch of a new range of Lucas Glow Plugs for the UK and European automotive aftermarket. The launch follows the success achieved by ELTA with the Lucas Spark Plug programme and represents the latest expansion of the iconic Lucas brand under ELTA’s stewardship. Building ...

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NAPA Racing UK has announced a series of special fan-focused initiatives ahead of the upcoming Knockhill round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) this August, all in support of its charity partner, Race Against Dementia.  Founded by three-time Formula 1 World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart OBE following his wife Helen’s diagnosis, Race ...

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Leading supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, Simply Brands, is warning of the damage UV rays can cause to wiper blades this summer. While wiper blades are reserved for rain, it’s not a known fact that the sun can damage wiper blades while they’re not in use. The UV rays from the sun unfortunately damage ...

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Alliance Automotive Group Strengthens Partnership with TOPDON in the UK & Ireland.  Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland (AAG) has strengthened its partnership with TOPDON to become the most comprehensive stocking distributer of TOPDON products across the UK and Ireland, further reinforcing its commitment to delivering leading automotive solutions to the aftermarket. Through their logistics ...

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Throughout 2026, Autoelectro is celebrating 40 years of service. A family business that started on the dining table, the rotating electrics specialist is one of the UK’s established remanufacturers and a staple of the local community – PMF takes a trip to Bradford. Founded by Santokh Singh Bhogal in 1986, he was a quality control ...

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Nick Davy was appointed as Ring Automotive’s managing director back in August last year. With his feet firmly under the desk, PMF took the opportunity to ask him how his first few months in the ‘hotseat’ have gone. He explains why the aftermarket is facing a “sink or swim” moment. Q. Hi Nick, thank you ...

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