MikeRuff, Author at Garage Matters

Price isn’t the problem, it’s value that counts, says Tim Benson

MikeRuff19 June, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff19 June, 202519 August, 20250

Speaking at Automechanika Birmingham during an ALLDATA panel discussion, Tim Benson, Managing Director at Oldfields Garage and founder of Oldfields Automotive Consulting, issued a rallying...

Independent garages risk missing out on Tesla servicing boom, warns Delphi

MikeRuff18 June, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff18 June, 202519 August, 20250

Delphi took to the stage at Automechanika Birmingham earlier this month to address one of the biggest misconceptions in the aftermarket: that Teslas are too...

HELLA to re-enter thermal management with 1,200 parts

MikeRuff3 June, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff3 June, 202519 August, 20250

HELLA is making a strong return to thermal management at Automechanika Birmingham this week (3 – 5 June), unveiling plans for an initial range of...

Colin Denton appointed head judge for Top Apprentice competition

MikeRuff30 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff30 May, 202519 August, 20250

Colin Denton, Chief Executive of the North London Garages Group Training Association, has been confirmed as head judge for Top Apprentice 2025, the newest addition...

Delphi Academy hosts IMI Skills Competition heats

MikeRuff30 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff30 May, 202519 August, 20250

Delphi Academy has successfully hosted IMI Skills Competition heats for both heavy vehicle and light vehicle technology at its next-generation training facility in Warwick. The...

Garage Services Online backs Top Technician, Top Garage, and Top Apprentice competitions

MikeRuff29 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff29 May, 202519 August, 20250

Garage Services Online has confirmed its programme sponsorship of the prestigious 2025 Top Technician, Top Garage, and Top Apprentice competitions, three of the most respected...

Ferdotti Motor Services prepares for EV growth with training at Cleevely Motors

MikeRuff14 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff14 May, 202519 August, 20250

Ferdotti Motor Services, a leading West Midlands-based garage specialising in fleet vehicle maintenance, is preparing for an increase in the number of electric vehicle (EV)...

HELLA brakes now available to UK aftermarket

MikeRuff9 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff9 May, 202519 August, 20250

HELLA has officially launched its range of premium brakes into the UK aftermarket, marking a significant expansion for the brand after more than a decade...

Garage owners urged to reevaluate lead generation strategies amid MOT slowdown

MikeRuff8 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff8 May, 202519 August, 20250

Independent garages across the UK are experiencing a natural decline in MOT bookings following the winter rush. While this slowdown is a seasonal trend, experts...

‘COVID hangover’ to persist for years to come, garage owner warns Blend Podcast listeners

MikeRuff1 May, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff1 May, 202519 August, 20250

The latest episode of Garage Hive’s, The Blend Podcast, shines a spotlight on the lasting impact of the pandemic on workshops five years on, offering practical...