Horse Powertrain unveils pure methanol REEV unit with Axial Flux Tech
First revealed at the Beijing Auto Show 2026, Horse Powertrain’s latest range extender (REEV) pairs a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine running on 100% methanol with a...
HELLA highlights hidden cost of compromise in fuel and ignition system repairs
In today’s workshop, efficiency is everything. As vehicle manufacturers continue to develop increasingly sophisticated engine management systems, even minor component failures can have a significant...
Co-owners share dealer-level processes helping power independent growth on The Blend Podcast
As more independent garages look for ways to improve efficiency and protect profitability, the latest episode of The Blend Podcast explores how one specialist workshop...
Valeo expands EV thermal exchanger range with 70+ new references
Valeo Service UK is helping distributors and workshops prepare for the continued growth of electrified vehicles with a major expansion of its Thermal Exchanger product...
Wrexham council defers garage plans after residents challenge unrealistic noise reports
Opening a new workshop or taking over an old commercial building is one of the biggest milestones for an independent garage business. However, a recent...
Why automated reminders are the easiest way to protect your MOT pipeline
If your workshop isn’t actively reminding customers when their MOT is due, you are losing guaranteed work to fast-fits and third-party booking platforms. Recent figures...
Top Awards 2026 competition intensifies as final rounds draw closer
The search for the UK’s top garage talent is entering a crucial stage, with the Top Awards 2026 competition intensifying as leading garages, technicians and...
Book review: Surviving the Parts Counter lays bare a hilarious and brutal reality
If you’ve ever had to bite your tongue when a customer confidently asks for a ‘backside rear wiper’ or a ‘rocket cover gasket,’ you’ll know...
New EU tyre tariffs raise concerns over UK market flooding
The landscape for tyre procurement across the channel has shifted dramatically this week. The European Commission has officially implemented definitive anti-dumping duties on passenger car...
Inside FORVIA HELLA’s first 12-volt Lithium-Ion battery pack
International automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA is launching its first fully integrated 12-volt lithium-ion battery pack. Scheduled to enter series production in China next summer following...
