Garage Matters: Latest news for independent garages.
Stay informed with Garage Matters’ dedicated news section, covering the latest developments, trends, and updates in the automotive repair industry. From industry regulations and technology innovations to business insights and garage success stories, Garage Matters is a trusted news source to keep independent workshops ahead of the curve. Whether you’re looking to grow your garage, improve efficiency, or stay compliant, Garage Matters news delivers timely, practical information that helps your business thrive.
Lawson Autotech owner Barry Lawson has transformed his business into a multi-award-winning, eight-ramp workshop, recently crowned Top Garage, after replacing cashflow-led decision making with detailed...
Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions (VLS) has just announced a game-changing suite of repair kits that finally allows independent workshops to repair, rather than entirely replace,...
HELLA is rapidly accelerating its thermal management rollout, adding 1,500 new items to its aftermarket portfolio. This significant expansion brings the company’s total thermal offering...
The Chancellor has delivered the Spring Statement, but for the UK’s independent garage industry, it was largely a case of “move along, nothing to see...
Workshop floor space is a premium asset. Yet, an operational headache that many business owners will inevitably face at some point is the abandoned vehicle....
With the 1st April SERMI launch date just around the corner, the UK automotive aftermarket is about to experience a major shift in how security-related...
Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions UK Limited has won the CAT Supplier of the Year award. The CAT Awards remain one of the aftermarket’s most prestigious...
Garage Services Online has won the highly coveted Innovation Award at the 2026 Car Aftermarket Trader (CAT) Awards for its standalone booking system, RampUp. The...
Valeo Service UK is helping the aftermarket capitalise on the fast-growing hybrid wiper segment by offering a direct, exact-match replacement that meets original equipment (OE)...
