CAT’S INSIDE LINE: BMW 3 SERIES (2005 ONWARDS)
Carrying on the Inside Line series, we move on from looking at a fleet favourite, the Ford Mondeo, and turn our attention to another model popular among company car owners, the BMW 3 Series
August 2013
Independents to benefit from out of warranty cars
Technicians should be on the lookout for vehicles approaching 70,000 miles, according to a new report. Over half of vehicles reaching the 60 or 70,000 mile point are destined to break down, says Warranty Direct in its new reliability survey. In particular, savvy garages should be watching out for Toyota models, which take the longest time to repair with an average labour time of 2.81 hours.
INDEPENDENTS CAN BENEFIT FROM DEALERSHIP NEGLIGENCE
Franchised dealerships are presenting the independent aftermarket with a golden opportunity, according to research by BTC.
The findings from the automotive training and consultancy firm shows that dealerships miss out on 57 percent of servicing work, which is costing them an average of £35.45 revenue per job.
Tyresafe campaign gains timely boost with Halfords
Halfords Autocentres has given tyre safety month a boost by becoming a member of the campaign. Tyre charity TyreSafe announced that the chain of 290 centres will be offering a free tyre safety check throughout […]
CAT’S EMPLOYMENT 101
Employing staff isn’t as easy as some may have you believe, there is a lot for employers to consider constantly. From the recruitment process, through to dealing with wages and a tribunal dispute, it is a potential minefield.
Are your business rates set at the right level?
Louise Hebborn gives you an insight into the rules around business rates. If you know the ins and outs of it, you might be able to save some money. Business rates, along with rent and […]
DON’T MESS WITH THE MINIMUM WAGE
Don’t let your workers slip below the minimum wage, says Jason Piper, it could cost you dear. Here are seven steps you can take to avoid mistakes According to pay monitoring site Payscale, motor mechanics […]
Don’t panic, but get Real Time with PAYE
The biggest change in PAYE since the end of World War II is coming and businesses need to be ready, says Jason Piper. Here’s what you need to do. Businesses need to get up to […]
Employing non-British staff – Getting it right
Failing to properly check that your workers have the right to work in the UK could land you with big fines or even a prison term, says Amir Zaidi The recent allegation that ECP negligently […]
How sickness affects annual leave entitlement
What happens to the annual leave employees are accruing while on long-term sick leave? Mark Stevens unravels the holiday pay situation. An employee cannot be unwell and take their annual leave at the same time. […]
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