HELLA expands brake range
HELLA Aftermarket, the independent spare part and workshop business of the international automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA, is further expanding its offering in the field of...
Major win for independent garages as SERMI accreditation nears launch
The UK independent garage sector is on the brink of a major breakthrough. The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has received a recommendation for approval from...
World’s first LPG direct injection engine with mild hybrid hits production
Independent garages may soon see a new breed of low-emission, efficient engines hitting the market, as Horse Technologies, a division of Horse Powertrain, has started...
The Blend Podcast talks front-of-house excellence with Emma Lindley
As independent garage owners look ahead to The Blend conference this October, Emma Lindley of Lindleys Autocentres features in the latest episode of The Blend...
Mechanic Mindset’s Darren Quinn talks diagnostics and ADAS during livestream at HELLA Academy
Darren Quinn, industry influencer and founder of the popular Mechanic Mindset platform, recently hosted a livestream from HELLA Academy in Banbury, showcasing Hella Gutmann’s latest...
New red flashing lamps from HELLA mark key milestone in roadside recovery safety
After a long-standing campaign by industry groups, HELLA has unveiled its new rear-facing red flashing lamp, specifically engineered for roadside rescue, recovery, and removal vehicles....
Milltek confirms production of Defender OCTA performance exhaust
Following its debut at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, Milltek has confirmed production of its high-performance exhaust system for the Land Rover Defender OCTA,...
Mazda introduces six-year, 100,000-mile warranty
From 1st September 2025, all new Mazda cars registered in the UK will come with a six-year manufacturer warranty, with the mileage limit increased from...
Industry giants rally behind UK’s best Garages, Technicians and Apprentices for 2025 Top Awards
The 2025 Top Awards are in full swing, with the first two rounds complete and only the third round of Top Technician, plus the semi-finals...
Fresh calls for MOT test fee increase
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is calling for a long-delayed increase in the MOT test fee, arguing that the current £54.85 cap no longer...
