Professional Motor Factor

IAAF looks to forge a ‘new aftermarket’

IAAF looks to forge a ‘new aftermarket’

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) annual conference, once again taking place at th ...

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) annual conference, once again taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes on 4 December, signalled the end of another busy 12 months ...

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The Comline Motostop success story

The Comline Motostop success story

Partnerships between motor factors and suppliers – what are they built on? In the case of Comline and Mot ...

Partnerships between motor factors and suppliers – what are they built on? In the case of Comline and Motostop Motor Factors, a family-run independent motor factor but part of A1 Automotive Group, it ...

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A turning point for ELTA Automotive

A turning point for ELTA Automotive

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manag ...

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manager, reveals why and how it will be a springboard for more success in 2026. Q. What would you sa ...

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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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All you need to know about branding

All you need to know about branding

Your brand isn’t your logo – it’s your reputation, according to author Dee Blick. It’s what customers say ...

Your brand isn’t your logo – it’s your reputation, according to author Dee Blick. It’s what customers say about you when you’re not in the room. Build trust, consistency and service excellence, and yo ...

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Draper Tools supports Ben after advent success

Draper Tools supports Ben after advent success

Draper Tools is proud to announce it has raised £3,950 for Ben, the automotive industry charity, followin ...

Draper Tools is proud to announce it has raised £3,950 for Ben, the automotive industry charity, following the success of its 2025 Tool Advent Calendar. The calendar, which featured a high-octane desi ...

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How is Carwood helping factors stay ahead?

How is Carwood helping factors stay ahead?

Carwood believes forward-thinking suppliers – those that offer more than just parts – are the ones that y ...

Carwood believes forward-thinking suppliers – those that offer more than just parts – are the ones that you should be looking to partner with in an ever changing marketplace. PMF recently put some que ...

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Getting under the bonnet of JRP Distribution

Getting under the bonnet of JRP Distribution

PMF was invited to JRP Distribution recently. Based in Chichester, West Sussex, there were presentations ...

PMF was invited to JRP Distribution recently. Based in Chichester, West Sussex, there were presentations and products aplenty, all in the name of informing the trade about the opportunities available ...

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How to choose the right supplier?

How to choose the right supplier?

Arnold Clark Autoparts Group Factor Manager, Craig McCracken, shares his views on some of the key topics ...

Arnold Clark Autoparts Group Factor Manager, Craig McCracken, shares his views on some of the key topics in the automotive aftermarket, starting with the top three attributes factors should consider w ...

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Christmas jumper day with Alliance Automotive Group

Christmas jumper day with Alliance Automotive Group

Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland Celebrate Christmas Jumper Day 2025 with Festive Spirit and Ch ...

Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland Celebrate Christmas Jumper Day 2025 with Festive Spirit and Charitable Giving This festive season, Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) colleagues across the UK a ...

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