Battery market to see rapid growth, say experts
The global demand for 12V battery technology will increase by 236 million batteries by 2040
Analysis
“Up and down” parts supply could take years to return to normal
The effects of Covid and global conflicts are still being felt through the industry, although the situation shows signs of improvement
Garages worried as MOT tester training to move online
DVSA says change applies to all current testers and those returning from suspensions or lapses
Aftermarket’s recruitment problem: how to buck the trend
The sector is in an employment pit with vacancy rates at 4.3 per 100 employees
Brexit: how has it affected the aftermarket?
From the cost of parts to law changes, we examine all the factors that have affected the sector since the 2020 departure
Why transitioning to EVs is a money maker for garages
One of main keys to profitability is because ICE-only parts are suffering from a higher inflation rate compared to their EV counterparts
Britain has a sick note culture – these are the actions employers can take
Figures from HSE reveal that some 35.2 million working days were lost by employees off sick
Next government “must prioritise education and upskilling”
If not, there is a “serious risk” that the UK will fall behind in the global EV race
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
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
NEWS
IGA meets with government ov…Industry body argues current cap of £54.85, which has been in place since 2010, is unsustainable...
Autoglym launches car care t…New classes cover car cleaning and machine polishing techniques...
New William Street Motors ow…Ryan Ginifer has also introduced a renewed focus on training for the Lincolnshire garage...
ATS Euromaster set to close …The major garage network blamed rising costs, poor future outlooks and a saturated aftermarket sector...
Revealed: the hand car washe…It comes as part of a new government effort to address illegal immigration...