MikeRuff, Author at Garage Matters

Mainstream media’s lazy attack on garages: Why latest “rip-off” report is flawed

MikeRuff25 March, 202625 March, 2026

by MikeRuff25 March, 202625 March, 20262

UPDATE (25/03/2026 at 8:37pm): Following the publication of this article, Garage Matters put our questions directly to Carly to challenge their £110 pricing methodology and...

Technical first look: All-new 800V BMW i3

MikeRuff23 March, 202623 March, 2026

by MikeRuff23 March, 202623 March, 20260

The traditional fuse box is dead, the battery is now the chassis floor, and friction brakes are officially a backup system. Here is what the...

Mercedes-Benz is latest to join SERMI with 22 brands now committed

MikeRuff23 March, 202623 March, 2026

by MikeRuff23 March, 202623 March, 20260

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed that Mercedes-Benz has officially committed to the SERMI scheme, bringing the total number of participating vehicle manufacturers in...

Schaeffler launches vlog series ahead of May’s REPXPERT Conference

MikeRuff20 March, 202623 March, 2026

by MikeRuff20 March, 202623 March, 20260

With less than two months to go until the highly anticipated REPXPERT Conference on 14th May, Schaeffler has officially launched a new Vlog series to...

Michelin unveils new ‘Energy’ tyre ranges to tackle EV efficiency challenge

MikeRuff20 March, 202623 March, 2026

by MikeRuff20 March, 202623 March, 20260

Michelin has officially launched the MICHELIN Primacy 5 energy and MICHELIN Pilot Sport 5 energy, two new summer tyre ranges specifically engineered to meet the...

Garage Hive and Garage Vitals to host SERMI webinar for independent garages

MikeRuff19 March, 202619 March, 2026

by MikeRuff19 March, 202619 March, 20260

Garage Hive, the community-driven garage management system, is next week partnering with Garage Vitals, a specialist supporting independent garages with vehicle software and security insights,...

Schaeffler announces line-up for REPXPERT Conference breakout rooms

MikeRuff18 March, 202619 March, 2026

by MikeRuff18 March, 202619 March, 20260

Bringing back one of its most popular features of its last REPXPERT Conference, Schaeffler has announced the presenters for its afternoon breakout sessions. Included in...

The Blend 2026 appoints Speakers Coach to support first-time and returning presenters

MikeRuff18 March, 202618 March, 2026

by MikeRuff18 March, 202618 March, 20260

The Blend 2026 is stepping up its support for speakers, appointing communications expert Tina Parker of Tone Communications to help garage owners share their stories...

Watch: Hella Gutmann ADAS investment pays off for Harrogate garage

MikeRuff18 March, 202618 March, 2026

by MikeRuff18 March, 202618 March, 20260

Independent garages considering investment in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) can unlock significant new revenue streams, according to Carmaster Garage in Harrogate, where early adoption...

Emtec Nottingham College scoops IMI’s ‘Championing Inclusion’ Award 2026

MikeRuff17 March, 202623 March, 2026

by MikeRuff17 March, 202623 March, 20260

Emtec Nottingham College has been named winner of the Institute of the Motor Industry’s (IMI) Championing Inclusion in Automotive Award 2026 for its transformative Apprentice...