Garage complaints: How to avoid hassle and swiftly resolve disputes
The Motor Ombudsman recently reported record volumes of service and repair case submissions – we break down why, and what to do if you face a complaint
Advice
What a Labour government means for the aftermarket
Most pundits reckon, come the end of 4 July, that the next government will have a red tinge
Why falling inflation is “great news” for indy garages
Inflation, which measures the rate of price increases over time, hit their lowest levels for almost three years after electricity and gas prices fell
How to find finance as cost of living crisis bites
One source of worry for many is how to keep the financial plates spinning. We talk to the experts
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
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
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
Batteries: why size is not an indicator of compatibility
Looking at the muddled world of the replacement battery market
How to become ‘king of the business jungle’
By: Yiano Ioannou, director of YCI ltd Holidays, getaways and breaks from the ‘daily hustle’ are invaluable and vital for self-growth as we take time away from routine monotony that can suppress creativity, and I […]
Debt recovery and the aftermarket
Businesses in our sector are in a time of unprecedented risk. Here’s how to reduce it as much as is possible.
NEWS
Movers and Shakers: GYS take…All the latest changes from across the sector, including new roles, promotions, and retirements...
CAT Awards nominationsTaking place in February at Manchester’s Lowry Hotel, the CAT Awards celebrates all of the best in the UK automotive aftermarket...
Government warned to not for…Business secretary Jonathan Reynold announced that Westminster will now consult with car makers to find “options for a better way forward”...
GSF Car Parts partners with …The partnership will see both parties collaborate on range development and product sourcing...
Aftermarket employers are pu…Motorists face continued delays to servicing and repairs as data suggests there are more than 20,000 vacancies across sector...