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ACQUISITIONS NEED PLANNING

Takeovers are in fashion in the aftermarket, but you need to find a company that’s the right fit, writes Adam Bernstein

12 July 2017

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TRANSFER WINDOW: NEW SUPPLIER DEALS

There have been a number of aftermarket brands swapping sides over the last month. Find out who they are here.

12 July 2017

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THE NORTH AND SOUTH DIVIDE

Regional Sales Director Simon McMullen shows the CAT team around GSF's new Bristol North branch.

05 July 2017

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COULD YOU ENTER A FRANCHISE?

‘Franchise’ is almost a dirty word in the aftermarket, but is there an opportunity that is being missed here? Mike Owen suggests not

05 July 2017

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ICO CLOSES IN ON BODYSHOP DATA THIEVES

The ICO has raided two properties in the North West as part of an ongoing investigation linked to stolen bodyshop repair data.

28 June 2017

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ZF AND HELLA SIGN SENSOR DEVELOPMENT DEAL

Automotive suppliers will now benefit from cooperation on imaging and radar sensor technology.

21 June 2017

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NBRA ISSUES SECURITY ADVICE TO MEMBERS

The National Bodyshop Repair Association has issued security advice to businesses, following recent ICO raids.

21 June 2017

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THE HEART OF NORFOLK

Adrian Syder explains that the traditional market town accessory shop still has a role to play in the community

12 June 2017

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DON'T GET CAUGHT OUT - MAKE VAT MORE SIMPLE

For once the taxman is listening to your ideas on how to make tax transparent, writes Adam Bernstein.

02 June 2017

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KEEPING SECURITY CONTROL

Ransomware is affecting the motor trade on an epic scale. We speak to an expert on how to kerb it.

02 June 2017

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