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Are independents garages in trouble?

Why mounting problems mean independent garages could soon disappear from Britain's towns and cities

01 September 2026

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MOVE 2026

Autonomy and vehicle tech take centre stage at MOVE 2026

18 June 2026

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UK Garage and Bodyshop Event 2026

UK Garage & Bodyshop Event returns for 2026

17 June 2026

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A mechanic inspecting an electric car

Are EVs really more likely to fail MOTs on safety-critical components?

Five of the top 10 cars with the lowest inaugural MOT pass rates last year were electric – is a healthy repair business brewing?

01 June 2026

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Elliot Smart

Mobile repairers: meet those blazing new trails within the repair sector

Growing cohort says it offers "a different level of visibility, transparency and trust"

27 April 2026

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Independent garages report 30% efficiency uptick thanks to AI

Workshops are using the flexibility gained to offer customers more slots – something that franchised dealers are struggling to match

22 April 2026

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Iran crisis puts the squeeze on vehicle lubricant supplies

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz means workshops are facing price hikes and possible shortages

14 April 2026

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Investigation: Mileage blockers pose threat to government's EV tax

Treasury scrambles to mitigate against odometer tampering after CAT reveals blocking devices are easy to buy and fit

07 April 2026

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Remanufacturing offers “stability” as supply chain fears grow

Fears over impact on automotive supply chains if Iran hostilities drag on give greater importance to remanufacturing, says CAT Awards winner

02 April 2026

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"Career for life" goal for new Laser Tools Future50 initiative

Tool provider celebrates 50th birthday with initiative to bring new talent into the industry

27 March 2026

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