“Import more mechanics” or aftermarket garages will grind to a halt, government told
The sector is in an employment pit with vacancy rates at 5.1 per 100 employees, its highest point in 21 years
Recruitment and Retention
Autotech Group announces a host of leadership changes
Moves come as company transitions into a new phase under the leadership of CEO Simon King
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
Major top-end restructure at Ring Automotive
Lighting and electronics firm wants to align the business “with the changing landscape of the automotive aftermarket”
Dealing with the cost of living crisis as an employer
There are ways to help struggling employees, but caution is advised as you might inadvertently discriminate against other parts of the workforce
LKQ Corporation acquires commercial parts distributor Digraph
Takeover, which means the firm “has a bright future as part of the group” will also see boss James Rawson stand-down
Car dealership team doubles in size after taking on closed rival’s staff
Cumbria-based Matt Johnson Prestige team grows to 11 following closure of nearby dealership
New ownership for wheel servicing specialist Pro-Align
Pro-Align has announced a change of ownership following the retirement of two of its founding directors
Can we hear it for the four-day week?
The four-day week is the future of employment – that’s why I took the plunge, writes Colin Bryce
Automotive vacancy rates start to fall
The chronic shortage of staff in our sector is showing signs of easing, according to the IMI.
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...