ELTA to stock Lucas bulbs at all Halfords stores
Pivotal factor of the deal saw all plastic packaging from Lucas and Halfords bulbs range removed
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GSF announces new-look leadership team
GSF will add 20 new branches to its 180-strong network over the next 12 months; up to 20 further locations will follow from 2025
Hella to take full control of Hella Pagid brake parts firm
Partner TMD Friction has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the joint-venture
BM Cats acquires new Nottinghamshire factory
The brand said the new facility “demonstrates its commitment” to the long-term future of its business “and the industry”
GSF Car Parts sold: Euro Car Parts founder takes top job
Sukhpal Ahluwalia joins firm after sale to UK-based private equity firm
JLR partners with eBay in parts push for classic models
The new online stores follows a push from the retailer to take a chunk of the aftermarket sector
LKQ completes takeover of GSF Car Parts owner Uni-Select
GSF boss Sukhbir said firm remains ‘open for business’ and will remain ‘independent’ during a transitional period
UK’s first industry-scale EV battery recycling plant opens
Garages concerned about what to do with the growing quantities of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries used to power electric vehicles have been thrown a lifeline
Distrigo adds further six Stellantis brands to portfolio
Genuine parts for Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Lancia among those now offered by the supplier
Castrol survey: Motorists more likely to recommend garages that seek approval
Survey of 1,000 motorists in UK conducted to determine factors that make them most likely to recommend a vehicle workshop to family and friends
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A1 ADAS Group acquires West …Firm will become subsidiary of the group, but retain its brand name...
CAT Awards 2025 winners crow…The annual event, held at the Lowry Hotel, welcomed more than 200 people from across the aftermarket to honour those who’ve had a fantastic 2024...