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Garages worried as MOT tester training to move online
DVSA says change applies to all current testers and those returning from suspensions or lapses
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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
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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
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Why transitioning to EVs is a money maker for garages
One of main keys to profitability is because ICE-only parts are suffering from a higher inflation rate compared to their EV counterparts
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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
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Next government “must prioritise education and upskilling”
If not, there is a “serious risk” that the UK will fall behind in the global EV race
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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
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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.
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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
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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