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Read more featuresWhy are drivers ditching garages for DIY repairs?
A recent survey found that more than a third of owners are willing to try carrying out their own repairs rather than a professional do it in order to save money
Worry over extreme costs of replacement LED lighting units
An Audi A8 unit currently costs as much as £2600. Can aftermarket bring down the costs?
The rising risk of cyber attack in automotive
Around half of all businesses were subjected to a cyberattack or breach last year
Is manual gearbox decline a worry for aftermarket?
With the sales of manual gearboxes decidedly on the wane is the aftermarket’s clutch replacement revenue is about to wither?
How timing gear servicing and repairs present trade opportunities
…but only if garages and factors are proactive at grasping them
Price uncertainties: Can suppliers protect themselves?
While stable prices are a distant memory, there are steps suppliers can take to protect themselves
Older workers are the key to aftermarket’s staff shortage
We dive into why mature workers shouldn’t be shunned just because of their age
How small workshops can thrive from combustion car end
Key to keeping the older combustion car parc running will be the local independent garage. CAT talks with some of the UK’s 35,000 firms
Can UK oil market survive with 1000 brands?
With the huge number of different oil blends and brews in the UK market, is there any wonder motorists and workshops are facing confusion?
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