LKQ Academy has opened its headquarters in Tamworth as it continues to invest in its support for the independent aftermarket. The site is located at LKQ’s T1 site at Birch Coppice Business Park and will be the only location in the country where garage and bodyshop customers can access the full range of LKQ Academy ...

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V-Tech UK has announced it has appointed a brand ambassador to help drive the group’s growth strategy in 2024. The role has been secured by Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector, and his association with V-Tech UK and its brands will mark the start of a period of consolidation for the group. It will bring together ...

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Autotech Group has appointed Andy Savva as a Non-Executive Director of its recently launched division – Autotech Academy. Known throughout the industry as ‘The Garage Inspector,’ Andy has been brought in to drive awareness of Autotech Academy. Created to help fill the automotive skills funnel and counteract the shortage of fresh talent entering the industry, ...

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The Garage Inspector, Andy Savva, has spoken with VARTA Technical Representative, Matt King, about how the battery is the heart of the car in modern vehicles. Andy also explains why it’s essential that technicians should test the battery whenever a vehicle is in the workshop. This is especially important coming into winter, whilst many people’s ...

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Online service providers seem to be appearing in every corner of the aftermarket, and their arrival has sparked a great deal of controversy. But, are they friend or foe? Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector, gives his take on the subject. A hot topic within the industry, and one that I cover in my business courses, is online service providers, third-party booking sites ...

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Andy Savva, the Garage Inspector, is back to fill us in on the importance of devising, and revising, a good and clear marketing strategy. Marketing is one of the most misunderstood areas in business. This may be to do with the flashy image that is often associated with the marketing profession, or perhaps it’s regarded as a concern only for those directly involved ...

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As an automotive aftermarket business expert, Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector, has supported many garage owners in taking their businesses to the next level. Now in his guise as Philips’ Car Lighting Brand Ambassador for the UK and Ireland, Andy tells PMM why using quality headlights is good for business.

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In his latest contribution to PMM, Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector, draws on his leadership experience to explain what makes a good leader in the workplace.

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Putting the customer first is one of the core foundations of good marketing. However, in the opinion of Andy Savva, it’s also about aligning your brand values and delivering them consistently to customers.

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Andy Savva – The Garage Inspector – discusses the importance of making continual improvements to your business, no matter how small.

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