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Price uncertainties: Can suppliers protect themselves?

While stable prices are a distant memory, there are steps suppliers can take to protect themselves

18 April 2024

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How tax funds can be used to improve your business

Understanding the tax implications of spending on improvements compared with renovations to allow you to maximise claims for relief

25 March 2024

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Is brake skimming better than disc replacements?

Brake disc replacement may be the default choice for most, but resurfacing may result in a better repair, happier customers and is good for the environment

21 March 2024

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Autotech Group announces a host of leadership changes

Moves come as company transitions into a new phase under the leadership of CEO Simon King

01 March 2024

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Why pothole damage is booming business for garages

It may be bad news for motorists, but it’s a golden opportunity for the repair trade as suspension faults account for almost a third of all MOT failures

12 February 2024

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Parts in Motion bought by Alliance Automotive Group

The online-only brand, which sells 250,000 automotive components and accessories, posts annual sales of £20 million

06 February 2024

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Major top-end restructure at Ring Automotive

Lighting and electronics firm wants to align the business “with the changing landscape of the automotive aftermarket”

22 January 2024

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How to tackle garages’ apprentice issue?

IGA tells CAT the aftermarket’s “dirty” perception is one of the key reasons for just 23% of UK garages hiring trainees

10 January 2024

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Costs, taxes and energy bills are biggest worries for garages in 2024

Motor Ombudsman has released the results to its annual survey

09 January 2024

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Batteries: why size is not an indicator of compatibility

Looking at the muddled world of the replacement battery market

15 December 2023

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