2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (261+ words) The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event 2026 is set to deliver more than just the latest tools and technology, with visitors able to make the most of exclusive show deals, discounts and event-only offers. Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago  (240+ words) Nearly two thirds of used car buyers do not trust sellers, according to new research from vehicle history platform car Vertical. It found that 67% of used car buyers are sceptical from the outset, despite the same number of sellers claiming…...

2+ day, 18+ hour ago  (405+ words) As vehicle structures evolve " including the growing adoption of megacasting " Thatcham Research has launched a new aluminium welding certification to equip technicians with the practical skills needed to repair complex modern vehicles safely and effectively. These changes are being driven…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago  (226+ words) The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has highlighted the progress in electric vehicle development in the UK market in the last decade. Its figures reveal that while just 14 electric vehicles models were available to UK car buyers in 2016, that…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago  (173+ words) Average car insurance premiums rose 2. 4% in the 12 months to April, according to the latest data from Consumer Intelligence's Motor Competitive Index. Meanwhile, prices rose 4. 5% in the last quarter, ending six consecutive quarters of falling prices. Annual price increases were most…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago  (205+ words) The Institute of the Motor Industry is working with government, the ONS and industry stakeholders to improve the classification of automotive jobs. It is supporting reviews of the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) and Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes to improve…...

3+ day, 18+ hour ago  (270+ words) A new AI admin assistant has been unveiled by vehicle preparation software provider v Auto Stock to speed up the vehicle prep process. v Auto Bots undertakes repetitive manual tasks including moving vehicles into stock, adding invoices to dealership systems,…...

5+ day, 17+ hour ago  (282+ words) New research has identified the key challenges facing fleets in the next three years, with electric vehicle regulations the number one issue. According to the 2026 Arval Fleet and Mobility Observatory, 38% of fleet operators surveyed believe adapting to the ban of…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago  (185+ words) Fleet Assist has carried out predictive ESG audits of 9, 700 service points and 650 mobile operators in its repair network. The programme is intended to help leasing and rental fleets monitor Scope 3 emissions within their supply chains, which can represent 7090% of a…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago  (288+ words) Industry leaders have urged the government to standardise IMI Tech Safe to ensure the safe repair of modern vehicles. That was the verdict of a high-level panel discussion hosted by the IMI. Taking part were IMI CEO Nick Connor, Shadow Secretary…...