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This year there are more awards than ever before and more ways to get involved in the nominations process. Do you know a factor that goes above and beyond your expectations every time? Is one of your customers a garage that's beating the franchises at their own game? Nominations are now open.

Vehicle manufacturing numbers fell in August but are still up overall in 2012 according to new figures from the SMMT. Car output fell by almost nine percent in August, but remains over 12 percent up over the year to date.

The IAAF is taking over management of the Right 2 Choose campaign, having previously only provided administrative support to the group. The move is the result of campaign supporters asking the IAAF to take over. A statement from the group says the move addresses several concerns raised by members which together have led to a dilution of activities.

Andrew Page has announced a £3 million investment in its latest acquisition, Camberley Auto Factors. Since taking over the factor chain in July, Andrew Page has announced a number of changes geared at improving customer service and stock availability.

The Motex group of factors will leave the IFA at the end of September, joining the Parts Alliance on October 1st. The move was confirmed by Director Ian James this morning. No doubt the Parts Alliance will find Motex a welcome addition to the group.

The newly-created Bilstein Group has had its public unveiling at Automechanika in Frankfurt. A year and a half on from buying ADL and thus becoming the sole owners of the Blue Print brand, the group has officially launched itself at the show.

Six automotive technicians have been selected as finalists for the UK Master Fitter competition. Following seven regional heats the group has been selected to take part in the competition’s final phase at the National Skills Show in November.