Professional Motor Mechanic

Laser Tools celebrates 50-year anniversary

|Date: April 16, 2026

Laser Tools celebrates 50-year anniversary

Laser Tools has celebrated its 50-year anniversary with the launch of Future 50, an initiative designed t ...

Laser Tools has celebrated its 50-year anniversary with the launch of Future 50, an initiative designed to support aspiring young mechanics in their first steps into the automotive aftermarket. The Fu ...

April 16, 2026
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VIDEO: Timing belt best practice from SNR

|Date: April 15, 2026

VIDEO: Timing belt best practice from SNR

In this video SNR, along with Shaikly Motor Company, reveal how timing belts are not optional maintenance ...

In this video SNR, along with Shaikly Motor Company, reveal how timing belts are not optional maintenance. Find out how ignoring service intervals could cause catastrophic engine damage: For more prod ...

April 15, 2026
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Technician shortage impacting repair capacity

|Date: April 14, 2026

Technician shortage impacting repair capacity

Easy2Recruit has reported three independent workshops have recently closed due to difficulties securing s ...

Easy2Recruit has reported three independent workshops have recently closed due to difficulties securing skilled technicians as ongoing recruitment challenges continue to impact repair capacity across ...

April 14, 2026
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Autocom teams up with A1 Diagnostic Solutions

|Date: April 09, 2026

Autocom teams up with A1 Diagnostic Solutions

A1 Diagnostic Solutions has been appointed as one of a small number of UK distributors for Autocom’s ICON ...

A1 Diagnostic Solutions has been appointed as one of a small number of UK distributors for Autocom’s ICON diagnostic platform, adding the PC-based system to its diagnostic portfolio. The move is said ...

April 09, 2026
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BMW’s patented screws analysed

|Date: April 08, 2026

BMW’s patented screws analysed

The experts at Accu, a leading provider of reliable engineering and precision components, have analysed B ...

The experts at Accu, a leading provider of reliable engineering and precision components, have analysed BMW's patent (DE469242297), which covers three head styles: cap head, countersunk and flanged bu ...

April 08, 2026
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HELLA rolls out single-box bulb displays

|Date: April 08, 2026

HELLA rolls out single-box bulb displays

HELLA has unveiled a single-box programme for its 12V and 24V bulb ranges, providing motor factors and in ...

HELLA has unveiled a single-box programme for its 12V and 24V bulb ranges, providing motor factors and independent garages with a solution for bulb replacement. The initiative includes a range of disp ...

April 08, 2026
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Servicesure reveals award winners

|Date: April 02, 2026

Servicesure reveals award winners

Servicesure has recognised the UK’s highest-performing independent garages at its annual awards at the Co ...

Servicesure has recognised the UK’s highest-performing independent garages at its annual awards at the Concorde Centre in Manchester. Bringing together garage owners, supplier partners and industry le ...

April 02, 2026
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SERMI now officially live in UK

|Date: April 01, 2026

SERMI now officially live in UK

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed the SERMI scheme is now officially live in the UK, ...

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed the SERMI scheme is now officially live in the UK, marking a defining moment for the independent garage sector. After 17 years of sustained effor ...

April 01, 2026
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Valeo launches omnichannel Help Centre

|Date: April 01, 2026

Valeo launches omnichannel Help Centre

Valeo Service has announced the launch of its omnichannel Help Centre, designed to help distributors and ...

Valeo Service has announced the launch of its omnichannel Help Centre, designed to help distributors and workshops navigate the growing complexity of modern vehicle repairs. With over 17-million-part ...

April 01, 2026
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Ring extends ULTRABOOST range

|Date: March 31, 2026

Ring extends ULTRABOOST range

Ring Automotive has announced the introduction of the ULTRABOOST 2000A (RJS040) jump starter, described a ...

Ring Automotive has announced the introduction of the ULTRABOOST 2000A (RJS040) jump starter, described as its most powerful ULTRABOOST yet. The ULTRABOOST 2000A is capable of jump starting eight litr ...

March 31, 2026
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OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students

|Date: March 27, 2026

OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students

OSRAM has delivered its OSRAM Lighting Academy training session to nearly 70 motor vehicle engineering st ...

OSRAM has delivered its OSRAM Lighting Academy training session to nearly 70 motor vehicle engineering students at Nottingham College. Students are a significant part of the future of the automotive a ...

March 27, 2026
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Mechanic shortage risks rise in repair costs

|Date: March 26, 2026

Mechanic shortage risks rise in repair costs

A nationwide survey of UK mechanics has revealed a growing workforce crisis in the car repair industry, w ...

A nationwide survey of UK mechanics has revealed a growing workforce crisis in the car repair industry, with garages struggling to recruit young technicians and mechanics expecting to delay retirement ...

March 26, 2026
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Schaeffler reveals breakout rooms line up

|Date: March 25, 2026

Schaeffler reveals breakout rooms line up

Schaeffler has announced the hosts of its four breakout rooms for its REPXPERT Conference which will take ...

Schaeffler has announced the hosts of its four breakout rooms for its REPXPERT Conference which will take place on 14th May. Included in the line-up will be Louise Baker, Colin Denton, Tim Guidotti, Q ...

March 25, 2026
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Best practice for strut mounts

|Date: March 24, 2026

Best practice for strut mounts

Comline has stated strut mount replacement should be a routine job for a professional technician, however ...

Comline has stated strut mount replacement should be a routine job for a professional technician, however, it is one carrying safety and performance implications if not handled correctly. A top strut ...

March 24, 2026
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MOT testers urged to book CPD before deadline

|Date: March 20, 2026

MOT testers urged to book CPD before deadline

LKQ Euro Car Parts has urged MOT testers to complete their annual CPD before the end-of-March deadline, w ...

LKQ Euro Car Parts has urged MOT testers to complete their annual CPD before the end-of-March deadline, warning missing it could leave workshops unable to test vehicles, losing valuable bookings and r ...

March 20, 2026
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