Garage Matters: Independent Garage News and Events

The Blend 2025 speakers to bring insight on mental health, cybersecurity and growth

MikeRuff18 August, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff18 August, 202519 August, 20250

The Blend, the UK’s leading not-for-profit annual conference and networking event for independent garages, has announced its first wave of speakers for 2025. Taking place

Electric vehicles Motoring

Volkswagen celebrates 1.5 Millionth ID. as EV milestone

MikeRuff15 August, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff15 August, 202519 August, 20250

Volkswagen has marked a major milestone in its shift to electromobility, delivering the 1.5 millionth vehicle from its all-electric ID. family. The anniversary car, a

News

Skywell Partners with Walkerpack for parts warehousing and UK dealer distribution

MikeRuff15 August, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff15 August, 202519 August, 20250

Skywell has announced a long-term agreement with Walkerpack, the Northamptonshire-based logistics firm, to handle the warehousing and nationwide distribution of its automotive parts to UK

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Valeo replaces paper instructions with QR codes

MikeRuff15 August, 202512 September, 2025

by MikeRuff15 August, 202512 September, 20250

Valeo Service UK has announced a major upgrade to its product packaging, replacing traditional printed instruction leaflets with digital QR codes. Now, when opening a

Brand news Parts

GSF agrees deal with HELLA to become exclusive distributor of wiper blades in UK

MikeRuff14 August, 202512 September, 2025

by MikeRuff14 August, 202512 September, 20250

GSF Car Parts, the UK’s fastest-growing motor factor, is pleased to announce it will become the exclusive distributor of HELLA Wiper Blade products. The strategic

Vehicle recovery

Alpha Recovery takes delivery of First Mercedes-Benz Arocs truck

MikeRuff13 August, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff13 August, 202519 August, 20250

National breakdown and recovery specialist Alpha Recovery has taken delivery of its first-ever Mercedes-Benz Arocs truck, supplied through Bell Truck and Van, marking a significant

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Calls for clearer vehicle recall communication

MikeRuff12 August, 202519 August, 2025

by MikeRuff12 August, 202519 August, 20250

Consumer advocates are urging car manufacturers and the UK government to improve how vehicle recalls are communicated, following recent high-profile stop-drive actions affecting Citroën and

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Thinkcar UK accelerates growth with strategic southern appointment

MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 2025

by MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 20250

Thinkcar UK has announced the appointment of Garry Phillips as Southern Regional Manager for Automotive Diagnostics and Equipment, as the company continues to strengthen its

Brand news News Vehicle recovery

Green Flag equips patrols with Hella Gutmann mega macs S 20 diagnostics

MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 2025

by MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 20250

National breakdown provider Green Flag is enhancing its roadside capabilities by rolling out Hella Gutmann’s new mega macs S 20 diagnostic tool across its owned

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Thinkcar UK makes online programming and coding affordable for independents

MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 2025

by MikeRuff11 August, 202512 September, 20250

Vehicle technicians can now access OE-level coding and programming at a significantly reduced cost, as Thinkcar UK announces a new promotional price on its Euro

The Blend 2025 speakers to bring insight on mental health, cybersecurity and growth

Volkswagen celebrates 1.5 Millionth ID. as EV milestone

Skywell Partners with Walkerpack for parts warehousing and UK dealer distribution

Valeo replaces paper instructions with QR codes

GSF agrees deal with HELLA to become exclusive distributor of wiper blades in UK

Alpha Recovery takes delivery of First Mercedes-Benz Arocs truck

Calls for clearer vehicle recall communication

Thinkcar UK accelerates growth with strategic southern appointment

Green Flag equips patrols with Hella Gutmann mega macs S 20 diagnostics

Thinkcar UK makes online programming and coding affordable for independents

Valeo appoints Bastian Mertens to lead Northern Europe strategy

Nominations now open for 2026 Castrol Service Forever Forward Awards

Independent garages ‘doomed’? Why the armchair experts are completely wrong

Renault targets local fleet customers with new mobile service vans

New Castrol ON EV transmission fluid W3 enhances efficiency

Valeo appoints Bastian Mertens to lead Northern Europe strategy

Nominations now open for 2026 Castrol Service Forever Forward Awards

Independent garages ‘doomed’? Why the armchair experts are completely wrong

Renault targets local fleet customers with new mobile service vans

New Castrol ON EV transmission fluid W3 enhances efficiency