Over 90,000 hybrids surpass 100,000 miles, MOT data shows
New government data has dispelled the myth of the short-lived electrified powertrain, revealing that tens of thousands of hybrid vehicles are now safely operating well...
Reality check as BMW unveils new 700-bar ‘flat’ hydrogen tanks
The automotive aftermarket has spent the last five years obsessing over the battery-electric vehicle transition. But if you think high-voltage lithium-ion is the only alternative...
HELLA introduces 24V AdBlue pumps for commercial vehicles
HELLA has launched a new range of AdBlue pumps, expanding its commercial vehicle range as workshops and fleet operators face increasing pressure to maintain emissions...
The 1.6mm myth: The hard data you need to sell tyres at 3mm
It’s the most frustrating conversation your front-of-house team has on a daily basis. A vehicle is on the ramp, the technician flags a set of...
HELLA rolls out single-box bulb displays for factors and garages
HELLA has unveiled a new single-box programme for its premium 12V and 24V bulb ranges, providing motor factors and independent garages with a practical solution...
SERMI goes live in UK
After 17 years of sustained lobbying and industry effort, the Security-related Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme has officially launched in the UK today...
Castrol and The Race Group announce 2026 Forever Forward Awards
Castrol and The Race Group have officially announced their first Castrol Service Networking Event, running alongside the second annual Forever Forward Awards. Scheduled for the...
‘They guessed, not diagnosed’, says IAAF in dismantling of flawed Carly mystery shop report
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has issued a stinging rebuke of the recent Carly mystery shop investigation, defending the UK’s independent garages against allegations...
Will EVs quietly erode your profit margins?
As electric vehicle market share continues to grow, independent workshops face a stark reality: a projected £175 per-car shortfall in routine service revenue compared to...
Garage Hive helps independents prepare for SERMI with new compliance tools
Garage Hive has introduced a new system update designed to help independent workshops manage the compliance demands of the UK’s Security-related Vehicle Repair and Maintenance...
