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    How to boost earnings and customer satisfaction

    For independent workshops, chaotic communication and inconsistent scheduling can sap efficiency and limit ...

    For independent workshops, chaotic communication and inconsistent scheduling can sap efficiency and limit growth. Mario’s Garage Norwich explains how implementing a garage management system gave struc ...

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    VLS closes Silverhook investigations

    The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (UK) (VLS) has closed the Silverhook investigations, VLS 010 ...

    The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (UK) (VLS) has closed the Silverhook investigations, VLS 010226 and VLS 010227, after the company took corrective action. In April 2025, VLS received a com ...

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    SERMI gains manufacturer support

    Following the announcement of the SERMI go-live date in the UK, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) ...

    Following the announcement of the SERMI go-live date in the UK, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed a positive response from vehicle manufacturers, with 19 brands committing to the ...

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    Industry called to support breast cancer challenge

    Jane Wright, founder of The Wright Consultancy, has launched a fundraising and awareness campaign, timed ...

    Jane Wright, founder of The Wright Consultancy, has launched a fundraising and awareness campaign, timed to coincide with World Cancer Day. The campaign, titled Two Friends. One Wall. One Mission., wi ...

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    TotalEnergies launches waste oil collection

    TotalEnergies has launched a waste oil collection, packaged waste and recycling service for its UK custom ...

    TotalEnergies has launched a waste oil collection, packaged waste and recycling service for its UK customers, in partnership with Enva. The offering provides TotalEnergies’ customers across all market ...

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    Traffic delays costing mobile mechanics

    A study by Tempcover has revealed traffic delays could be costing mobile mechanics over £4,300 a year in ...

    A study by Tempcover has revealed traffic delays could be costing mobile mechanics over £4,300 a year in lost earnings. Tradespeople spend a significant portion of the day travelling between appointme ...

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    How to prevent engine failure

    Comline has revealed why choosing a high-quality filter could be the most effective way of preventing cat ...

    Comline has revealed why choosing a high-quality filter could be the most effective way of preventing catastrophic engine failure, strengthening a workshop’s reputation and saving motorists from unnec ...

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    Servicesure reveals conference details

    Servicesure has announced its Conference and Awards event will take place on Thursday 26th March at the C ...

    Servicesure has announced its Conference and Awards event will take place on Thursday 26th March at the Concorde Conference Centre in Manchester. Signalling “a new era” for Servicesure, the invitation ...

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    What are the key trends for 2026?

    The Chief Executive of LKQ UK & Ireland has outlined the key trends set to shape the independent afte ...

    The Chief Executive of LKQ UK & Ireland has outlined the key trends set to shape the independent aftermarket in 2026. Kevan Wooden has said the debate on the 2030 ICE ban, the growth of Chinese ca ...

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    Digital control in a growing workshop

    As workshop volumes increase, paper-based systems can quickly hold a business back. JG Motor Services exp ...

    As workshop volumes increase, paper-based systems can quickly hold a business back. JG Motor Services explains how moving to a digital garage management system helped improve communication, efficiency ...

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    Are road markings disappearing?

    Research by the RAC has found a fifth of drivers (21%) claim most road markings in their local areas have ...

    Research by the RAC has found a fifth of drivers (21%) claim most road markings in their local areas have faded away, while a further seven-in-10 (71%) state some have. When asked whether they believe ...

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    SERMI approved in the UK

    The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced it has achieved full approval for the European SER ...

    The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced it has achieved full approval for the European SERMI scheme in the UK, marking a landmark breakthrough for the independent automotive repair sect ...

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    BookMyGarage announces record year for partners

    BookMyGarage has revealed independent garages and franchise garages benefitted from a record £134 million ...

    BookMyGarage has revealed independent garages and franchise garages benefitted from a record £134 million of retail work booked via its platform in 2025. The UK’s comparison site for MOTs, servicing ...

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    LKQ Euro Car Parts reports record battery sales

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has reported record battery sales as the winter storm reportedly drives a surge in fai ...

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has reported record battery sales as the winter storm reportedly drives a surge in failures. Automotive repairers across the UK reportedly saw a sharp rise in battery-related breakd ...

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    A digital solution for workshops

    ALLDATA Europe has announced the launch of ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules, a one-stop-shop solution for wo ...

    ALLDATA Europe has announced the launch of ALLDATA Maintenance Schedules, a one-stop-shop solution for workshops. As cars become smarter, with advanced electronics, sensors and alternative powertrains ...

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