Strong partnerships make businesses that last
John Genge lays out his top tips for making the most from your partnerships There is a lot of brave talk in this world. Some speak of nailing down suppliers, some of hammering down prices […]
August 2012
TURN A MILK FLOAT INTO A RACER – HOW HARD CAN IT BE?
eBay Motors has challenged TV mechanic Edd China and BTCC star Tom Onslow Cole at Snetterton racetrack. The dynamic duo are tasked with turning a milk float into a race car using only parts and accessories sourced from eBay Motors.
CES GAINS ‘SIGNIFICANT INVESTMENT’ TO ACCELERATE GROWTH PLANS
Parts Alliance member CES (UK) has attached ‘significant investment’ to accelerate expansion plans and strengthen its already key position in the UK aftermarket. The exact source and size of the investment is not being revealed at this stage.
Fast times in Milton Keynes as aftermarket takes to the track
The aftermarket had a huge amount of fun at the second CAT karting event last night. Sixty of the finest aftermarket drivers descended on Daytona in Milton Keynes to do battle on the outdoor track. […]
£1.8 billion in MOT fees to go for
Great news to hear that the service, maintenance and repair industry has increased in value to nearly £9 billion in 2011.
That figure excludes the value of MOTs, too, so the pickings are even more rich than this total suggests.
Trend Tracker report shows SMR value increasing
The value of the service, maintenance and repair (SMR) industry has grown to be worth almost £9 billion in 2011, the latest Castrol Professional Car Servicing and Repair Trend Tracker report has revealed. Data in the report shows that the value of SMR, excluding MOT work and VAT increased by 6.3 percent between 2010 and 2011.
Autodata celebrates 40th birthday
Autodata is celebrating its 40th year of business, having first been registered in 1972. August marks the technical supplier’s 40th birthday, and the brand has taken the opportunity to re-inform technicians of its offering. At the front of Autodata’s package is the Online 3 system, which Autodata says is now used by the majority of its subscribers.
Paralysed motorist warns against using part worn tyres
A motorist paralysed in an accident believed to be caused by part-worn tyres is warning other drivers to think twice before using them. Keith Johnston from Tyne and Weir suffered his injuries following an accident earlier this year.
ACDelco rewards Lee Quinney with Directorship
ACDelco’s Lee Quinney has been appointed as Director of the company’s aftermarket activities in the UK and Europe. As a reward for his five and a half years of service to ACDelco, as well as the company’s growth within the UK and European markets, parent company General Motors announced the appointment late last week.
Come karting with BEN
Good news for motorsport fans, BEN is back raising money with its Twilight Challenge, a two hour endurance karting race. Now we know how competitive the aftermarket can be, and it’s all for a good […]
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