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Carrying on the Inside Line series, we move on from looking at fleet favourite Vauxhall Insignia and turn our attention to the BMW 1 Series. Now in its second generation, this car remains a firm favourite with those wanting an entry-level BMW. In this issue we are focusing on the first generation 1 Series, BMW’s attempt to break into the hatchback market, and it was up against some stiff competition with the Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus and Audi A3 among others all competing for a piece of the pie.

Nationwide commercial vehicle parts factor Intertruck has gone into administration. The Solihull business provided truck, trailer, light commercial, bus and coach parts through its network of 30 branches.

Euro Car Parts and MANN+HUMMEL have entered into a new agreement which will see the filter company join the factor’s product offer from early in 2014

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has built a new partnership to give technicians the opportunity to gain their ATA DAB accreditation.

Vehicle manufacturers are not supporting the independent aftermarket adequately says the Independent Garage Association (IGA)

Carrying on the Inside Line series, we move on from looking at the Volkswagen Polo and turn our attention to the Vauxhall Insignia. Now in its second generation this car remains a firm favourite with fleet drivers. In this issue we are focusing on the first generation Insignia.

Denso and Motor Parts Direct have joined forces to inspire the next generation of technicians at a special event host by South Devon College. The day will mark the recent relocation of MPD to nearby the college by hosting two technical sessions for students of the Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair course

Outgoing IAAF Chief Executive Brian Spratt says the aftermarket's future 'is not in selling crap parts and turning a blind eye', but to show the sector is behind quality and responsible enough to deserve the trust of consumers and legislators