Four in five (81.2%) automotive aftermarket workshops have invested in training, talent and tooling to carry out servicing and maintenance of the latest vehicle safety and powertrain technology, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Sustaining such investment will be critical if Britain’s roads are to become ever safer and ever … [Read more...]
Board agreed to promote female F1 drivers
>= More than Equal, a global high-performance motorsport programme with a mission to find and develop the first female Formula 1 world champion, has announced the formation of its inaugural Advisory Board. The move represents a major step forward in More than Equal’s growth, bringing together some of the most respected figures across motorsport, sports … [Read more...]
DIY dangers highlighted
A growing number of viral TikTok videos is raising serious concerns amongst automotive professionals. The videos show car owners using seemingly simple DIY ‘hacks’ for removing car dents, often involving hot water, plungers and even bare hands, While these trends may appear to offer quick and cheap fixes, experts caution that attempting such repairs can … [Read more...]
Logistics industry at training crossroads
The government’s latest employment data shows unemployment is at its highest level since June 2021 and has increased to 4.7% in the three months to May. The announcement comes as business group Logistics UK publishes the findings of its latest Skills and Employment Update and calls for a coordinated effort to address recruitment and retention in the … [Read more...]
Automotive world is at a cross-roads, says Europe’s car chief
In an industry so fundamentally globalised, it is no exaggeration to say that the automotive world is standing at a crossroads, says Sigrid de Vries, director general of Europe's car makers' body. Tariff tensions between Europe, the United States and China, supply chain disruptions, and intensifying competition are reshaping global dynamics.And it’s clear … [Read more...]
Wales can power future automotive innovation
As the world becomes more interconnected, it’s tempting to assume globalisation alone can deliver resilience, efficiency, and innovation, says Dana Williams, Project & Operations Manager, Welsh Automotive Forum in a newsletter to members before the annual Autolink network meeting in Cardiff on 13 May. And while international collaboration will always … [Read more...]
Bikers are the butt of bad drivers
Bikers are getting bashed by banana skins, beer cans, bits of paper and cigarette butts, shows a shocking new study by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart. One third or 37% of bikers reported the shocking behaviour to road safety charity IAM RoadSmart, which surveyed 600 of its motorcycle members on their experiences over the past 12 months. Motorcyclists … [Read more...]
KIA is king of brands in dealers’ eyes
The Winter 2025 survey of car dealers put KIA as the best brand to have. The poll garnered responses from an impressive 2,204 sites across 31 franchised networks, equating to a response rate of 61.3 percent. Jaguar are not in this edition of the survey as it has effectively suspended operations for 12 months, but will return in the next. The highest … [Read more...]
Praise for Aston Martin St Athan plant
Aston Martin is committed to car making in St Athan. The reassurance about the Vale of Glamorgan plant's future was given by CEO Adrian Hallmark during questions after the luxury car business disclosed its FY24 results with investors this week. Aston Martin has reported a 3% decrease in revenue for the financial year FY2024, totalling £1.58bn ($2bn), down … [Read more...]
EV batteries fire and explosion risk warning to trade
Allianz UK is warning motor traders to be aware of the risks associated with Electric Vehicle battery fires, which have caused extensive damage in recent cases and created unique challenges. Lithium-ion batteries, used in EVs, have been identified as a potential risk due to their thermal instability. When damaged, mishandled, stored or transported … [Read more...]
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