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GSF owner Sukhpal Ahluwalia: "It feels like we’re doing something genuinely exciting"

Euro Car Parts founder sits down with CAT to look back at last 12 months

30 September 2024

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How small workshops can thrive amid 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

29 August 2024

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Can the aftermarket overcome its skills shortage?

Is the news all doom and gloom? We ask those in the know

13 August 2024

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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

08 July 2024

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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

04 July 2024

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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

13 June 2024

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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

30 May 2024

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Know your law when it comes to apprentices

Thinking of recruiting people fresh to our industry? Be aware of the legal aspects.

16 May 2024

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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

14 May 2024

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Why 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

07 May 2024

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