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Court rules car makers must make VINs available to independent operators

Landmark ruling covers information necessary for the repair and maintenance of vehicles

06 December 2023

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Euro Car Parts boss named new LKQ European chief

Andy Hamilton promoted in string of changes at global corporation; Kevan Wooden named new ECP chief

04 December 2023

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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

01 December 2023

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Aftermarket tuner fined in landmark 'pop-bang' exhaust case

Alterations fitted to Ford Fiesta by Wakefield-based firm made car's noise levels illegal

27 November 2023

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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”

27 November 2023

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Kwik Fit officially joins IAAF

The company, with more than 600 centres nationwide, will support the federation's growing network of garages, parts distributors and suppliers

20 November 2023

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'Change law or risk aftermarket worker shortage'

Sector needs to be future-proofed to sustain the impending EV surge

01 November 2023

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Additive use rises due to “overpriced" fuel

Fuel prices at forecourts across the country remain high, with further increases expected

30 October 2023

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GSF Car Parts sold: Euro Car Parts founder takes top job

Sukhpal Ahluwalia joins firm after sale to UK-based private equity firm

27 October 2023

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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

24 October 2023

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