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Bodyshops and cosmetic repairers face Health and Safety Executive inspections

MikeRuff8 October, 20258 October, 2025

by MikeRuff8 October, 20258 October, 20250

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a nationwide campaign of 1,000 targeted inspections across motor vehicle repair businesses in Great Britain, aiming to

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New DVSA jacking equipment standards from 2026

MikeRuff8 October, 202514 October, 2025

by MikeRuff8 October, 202514 October, 20250

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced new equipment specifications that will come into effect for Class 4 MOT centres from 1 April

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Top Technician 2025 finalists confirmed following gruelling semi-finals at Delphi Academy

MikeRuff7 October, 20257 October, 2025

by MikeRuff7 October, 20257 October, 20250

After a series of intense and fiercely contested semi-finals at Delphi Academy in Warwick last weekend, five Top Technician finalists have been revealed, each vying

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Apprenticeships back on the agenda but will It deliver the skills garages need?

MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 2025

by MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 20252

The Prime Minister’s new ambition to see two-thirds of young people in the UK go on to university, technical education, or a ‘gold-standard apprenticeship’ by

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New car market sees best September performance since 2020

MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 2025

by MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 20250

The UK new car market delivered its strongest September since 2020, with registrations rising 13.7% to 312,891 units, according to the latest figures from the

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Delphi Academy to take Tesla training to Mira Technology Institute

MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 2025

by MikeRuff6 October, 20256 October, 20250

Delphi Academy is partnering with North Warwickshire & South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) to host free Tesla Service & Maintenance training at the MIRA Technology Institute on

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West Yorkshire garage shuts shop: specialist tools for sale

MikeRuff5 October, 20256 October, 2025

by MikeRuff5 October, 20256 October, 20250

Lineholme Garage, a long-established West Yorkshire business, has closed after decades of serving farmers, plant operators, and workshop professionals nationwide. Known for its expertise and

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Storm Amy postpones Blend’s Snowdon hike but community rallies with local challenges for Ben

MikeRuff3 October, 20253 October, 2025

by MikeRuff3 October, 20253 October, 20250

The Blend’s garage community has once again shown its strength and solidarity, raising vital funds for Ben, the automotive industry charity, despite the postponement of

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IGA launches dedicated insurance service for the motor trade

MikeRuff3 October, 20254 October, 2025

by MikeRuff3 October, 20254 October, 20250

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has launched RMI Insurance Services, a new, wholly owned insurance broker created exclusively for the automotive sector. The move aims

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DVSA proposes first MOT increase for Class 7 vehicles since 2010 – but what about other classes?

MikeRuff2 October, 20256 October, 2025

by MikeRuff2 October, 20256 October, 20250

For the first time since 2010, the DVSA is consulting on raising the maximum service charges that authorised testing facilities (ATFs) for Class 7 vehicles

Bodyshops and cosmetic repairers face Health and Safety Executive inspections

New DVSA jacking equipment standards from 2026

Top Technician 2025 finalists confirmed following gruelling semi-finals at Delphi Academy

Apprenticeships back on the agenda but will It deliver the skills garages need?

New car market sees best September performance since 2020

Delphi Academy to take Tesla training to Mira Technology Institute

West Yorkshire garage shuts shop: specialist tools for sale

Storm Amy postpones Blend’s Snowdon hike but community rallies with local challenges for Ben

IGA launches dedicated insurance service for the motor trade

DVSA proposes first MOT increase for Class 7 vehicles since 2010 – but what about other classes?

Valeo urges workshops to stop “binning” loyalty points and unlock hidden value

What the DfT driverless vehicle consultation means for your future bays

Why fragmented dealer booking systems are handing an advantage to independents

IGA announces 2027 date for British Independent Garage Awards

VLS names oil brands forced to withdraw Stellantis ‘wet belt’ claims ahead...

Valeo urges workshops to stop “binning” loyalty points and unlock hidden value

What the DfT driverless vehicle consultation means for your future bays

Why fragmented dealer booking systems are handing an advantage to independents

IGA announces 2027 date for British Independent Garage Awards

VLS names oil brands forced to withdraw Stellantis ‘wet belt’ claims ahead of July deadline