The Motor Ombudsman has opened nominations for the seventh edition of its annual Star Awards, the industry accolades which allow customers to shine the spotlight on Motor Ombudsman-accredited businesses and team members. Via a short written submission on The Motor Ombudsman’s dedicated Awards portal, motorists can put forward an independent garage, franchise dealer or body ...

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Motaquip has expanded its steering and suspension range with tie rod ends for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2018-2021). These latest additions have reportedly arose from analysing the trade and identifying an opportunity. When it comes to tie rod ends, given their importance, it needs to be quality product. They connect a vehicle’s steering rack to the ...

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Pico Technology has unveiled the PicoBNC+ NVH diagnostics probes and kits consisting of a new microphone (TA572), three-axis accelerometer (TA573), and extension lead (TA574). Designed for locating and identifying sources of unwanted noise and vibration in vehicles, vessels, plant, and rotating machinery, the probes connect to PicoScope oscilloscopes via the PicoBNC+ interface, which provides automatic ...

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ALLDATA Europe has announced it will be at Mechanex Harrogate, bringing OEM repair data to life through live demonstrations and expert-led presentations. ALLDATA UK Sales Director Damian Milling will take to the PMM Live stage for the first time, where he will demonstrate the power of OEM repair data to delegates. Visitors will experience Maintenance ...

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BookMyGarage has revealed it will be celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, following a record year in 2025 when independent garages and franchised workshops benefitted from £134 million of retail work booked via its platform. The celebratory year is marked by the publication of the company’s first annual industry report where its data set has ...

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LKQ Euro Car Parts has urged garages to prepare for continued demand for suspension repairs, as Google Trends data reveals UK search interest in pothole-related vehicle damage has reached its highest level on record. Searches for terms including “pothole damage”, “pothole claim”, “claim for pothole damage” and “pothole damage to car” have reportedly climbed sharply ...

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Schaeffler has revealed it will be increasing the value of its REPXPERT points, so members will get even more in the bonus shop. Schaeffler’s REPXPERT knowledge base and loyalty scheme, available as a free app, has over 20,000 garage owners and mechanics benefitting from the platform. One of the perks of being a member is ...

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ALLDATA Europe has revealed it will highlight the relevance and impact of OEM repair data to delegates when it exhibits inside the TechZone during Schaeffler’s REPXPERT Conference. Schaeffler and ALLDATA announced a partnership in 2023, when it was revealed REPXPERT UK members could sign-up and access OEM repair data for 44 vehicle manufacturers (VMs) via ...

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ELTA Automotive has introduced a range of Lucas spare bulb kits featuring 100% cardboard, fully recyclable packaging, said to be a first for the aftermarket. Designed to eliminate plastic without compromising protection, the kits use cardboard inserts to hold bulbs in place, ensuring durability for storage in the glovebox or boot. The outer packaging maintains ...

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Schaeffler’s REPXPERT Conference will return on the 14th May 2026, with the company now warning tickets have nearly sold out. The 2026 REPXPERT Conference will take place at the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire, centrally located just off junction 12 of the M40. There is a £10 registration fee (including VAT), with all proceeds going ...

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