Professional Motor Mechanic

IMI unveils manifesto

|Date: May 02, 2025

IMI unveils manifesto

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has launched its manifesto, ‘Driving the Future of Automotive P ...

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has launched its manifesto, ‘Driving the Future of Automotive Professionals’, underlining its commitment to tackling the UK’s automotive skills crisis. The ma ...

May 02, 2025
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‘COVID hangover’ to persist for years to come

|Date: May 01, 2025

‘COVID hangover’ to persist for years to come

The latest episode of Garage Hive’s The Blend Podcast has shone a spotlight on the lasting impact of the ...

The latest episode of Garage Hive’s The Blend Podcast has shone a spotlight on the lasting impact of the pandemic on workshops five years on. It also offered practical steps such as smarter workload p ...

May 01, 2025
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BORG Automotive Reman wins Award

|Date: April 30, 2025

BORG Automotive Reman wins Award

BORG Automotive Reman has announced it has won the Remanufacturer of the Year Award for the second time s ...

BORG Automotive Reman has announced it has won the Remanufacturer of the Year Award for the second time since 2015. To secure the trophy, the Danish company had to prevail against six strong competito ...

April 30, 2025
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Garages urged to reevaluate amid MOT slowdown

|Date: April 29, 2025

Garages urged to reevaluate amid MOT slowdown

As Independent garages across the UK are experiencing a natural decline in MOT bookings following the win ...

As Independent garages across the UK are experiencing a natural decline in MOT bookings following the winter rush, experts are highlighting it as an opportunity for businesses to refocus and grow. Acc ...

April 29, 2025
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Registration opens for Cleevely’s EV training

|Date: April 24, 2025

Registration opens for Cleevely’s EV training

Cleevely Group has announced the upcoming dates for its At Ease With EV training course, which will allow ...

Cleevely Group has announced the upcoming dates for its At Ease With EV training course, which will allow technicians with IMI Level 2, 3, or 4 EV qualifications to secure their spot for the upcoming ...

April 24, 2025
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Five most deferred areas of car repair revealed

|Date: April 23, 2025

Five most deferred areas of car repair revealed

The Motor Ombudsman has conducted a survey of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops which ha ...

The Motor Ombudsman has conducted a survey of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops which has revealed the five most deferred aspects of vehicle maintenance by car owners. Over half of th ...

April 23, 2025
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ALLDATA reveals event speaker line-up

|Date: April 22, 2025

ALLDATA reveals event speaker line-up

ALLDATA Europe has revealed its lineup for the upcoming Repair Excellence Event at DC Lomas, where the sp ...

ALLDATA Europe has revealed its lineup for the upcoming Repair Excellence Event at DC Lomas, where the speakers will share insights to workshop owners and technicians on Saturday 26th April. Dean Loma ...

April 22, 2025
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Navigating automotive aftermarket career moves

|Date: April 17, 2025

Navigating automotive aftermarket career moves

Glen Callum Associates (GCA) has argued finding the right recruiter can make a difference for those looki ...

Glen Callum Associates (GCA) has argued finding the right recruiter can make a difference for those looking to take the next step in their aftermarket career and has created a best-practice guide to h ...

April 17, 2025
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Research reveals motorists’ attachment to cars

|Date: April 16, 2025

Research reveals motorists’ attachment to cars

Research by Aviva has highlighted the strong connection Brits have with their current and previous cars, ...

Research by Aviva has highlighted the strong connection Brits have with their current and previous cars, with one in eight reportedly feeling emotionally attached to their motor. This attachment could ...

April 16, 2025
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GSF releases spring edition of Garage Essentials

|Date: April 15, 2025

GSF releases spring edition of Garage Essentials

GSF Car Parts has released its Spring Edition of the Garage Essentials catalogue, which features 40 pages ...

GSF Car Parts has released its Spring Edition of the Garage Essentials catalogue, which features 40 pages and is available now from GSF branches. The issue features a range of air conditioning equipme ...

April 15, 2025
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Duckhams Oils reveals 2025 motorsport plans

|Date: April 11, 2025

Duckhams Oils reveals 2025 motorsport plans

Duckhams Oils, with its partners at Duckhams Yuasa Racing, has announced plans for the 2025 motorsport se ...

Duckhams Oils, with its partners at Duckhams Yuasa Racing, has announced plans for the 2025 motorsport season. This year, Duckhams will support two racers, Max Coates and Jacob Tofts, who will compete ...

April 11, 2025
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Ben Ball returns for 2025

|Date: April 10, 2025

Ben Ball returns for 2025

Ben has invited its automotive family to book now for Ben Ball 2025 which is taking place at the five-sta ...

Ben has invited its automotive family to book now for Ben Ball 2025 which is taking place at the five-star London Hilton Park Lane on 10th December. The black-tie event will be returning to the heart ...

April 10, 2025
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IGA urges government for meaningful relief

|Date: April 09, 2025

IGA urges government for meaningful relief

The IGA has called upon the Government for meaningful relief for the independent garage sector, urging re ...

The IGA has called upon the Government for meaningful relief for the independent garage sector, urging recognition of its essential role in keeping the UK’s motorists safe and their vehicles roadworth ...

April 09, 2025
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ALLDATA Europe confirms second event host

|Date: April 08, 2025

ALLDATA Europe confirms second event host

ALLDATA Europe has called upon automotive aftermarket professionals to sign up to its next Repair Excelle ...

ALLDATA Europe has called upon automotive aftermarket professionals to sign up to its next Repair Excellence Event, set to take place at DC Lomas on Saturday 26th April. Following its inaugural showin ...

April 08, 2025
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Launch reveals Mechanex plans

|Date: April 04, 2025

Launch reveals Mechanex plans

Launch Tech UK has announced it is gearing up for its return to Mechanex 2025, where it will unveil its l ...

Launch Tech UK has announced it is gearing up for its return to Mechanex 2025, where it will unveil its latest X-431 EURO diagnostic tool, alongside its range of products, including its Tyre Tread Dep ...

April 04, 2025
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