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Auto Trade EXPO 2026 visitor registration now open

Registrations for trade visitors wishing to attend the 2026 Auto Trade EXPO and CV Workshop EXPO has officially opened. (more…)
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New SERMI rules coming soon

Independent workshops and technicians will soon have to come to grips with new EU rules governing professionals working on vehicle...
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Battery electric car registrations up over 40 per cent this year

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) today released its official 261 new vehicle registration statistics for March, which...
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MG launches Europe’s first semi-solid-state battery

Solid-state batteries have long been viewed as the pinnacle of electric vehicle technology, with claims that a full charge can...
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Volkswagen recalling 100,000 EVs over battery fire risk

The Volkswagen Group is recalling almost 100,000 of its electric vehicles due to issues linked to battery modules. (more…)
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Mystery shop finds UK garages overcharging for simple sensor repairs

An undercover investigation from German diagnostics specialist Carly has found that British drivers could be charged up to five-times the...
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Tiger Trailers moves to new home

Trailer and commercial vehicle body manufacturer, Tiger Trailers has moved into its new manufacturing facility in Winsford, Cheshire. The company aims to double production capacity in the next 12-months and create 200 new jobs. The bespoke production plant and office complex is laid out over a 20-acre site comprising 168,000 sq.ft of state-of-the-art chassis fabrication,

Osram takes over operations at Ring

Lighting specialist, Osram has taken over operations at automotive lighting, electronics and accessories supplier, Ring Automotive. Commenting, Hans-Hans-Joachim Schwabe, CEO Osram Automotive said: “With the acquisition of Ring Automotive, we are further expanding our aftermarket portfolio and can at the same time use stable distribution channels in the United Kingdom.” By acquiring Ring Automotive, Osram

Skoda whets appetites with Vision iV concept study

Czech car manufacturer, Skoda will be presenting its Skoda Vision iV concept study at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Now releasing two design sketches, Skoda whets the appetite with the four-door crossover coupé featuring fascinating sporty and emotional lines. The Skoda Vision iV combines an athletic body, 22-inch aerodynamically optimised wheels and powerfully flared mudguards

New UK Area Sales Manager at Ring

Ring has appointed Kevin Lee as Area Sales Manager for the UK. Responsible for maintaining and building the brands relationship with automotive aftermarket distributors across the Midlands region, Kevin Lee will be tasked with driving further sales of the company’s products and increasing awareness of its extensive range among industry professionals. Lee comments: “Ring’s extensive

Autoglym reveals new Wheel Cleaning Mousse 

Autoglym has released its new pH neutral Wheel Cleaning Mousse. Simply spray a light coating of Wheel Cleaning Mousse onto the surface of your alloy wheel and watch it expand into a thick mousse ensuring total coverage. Releasing a refreshing lemon fragrance, it can also be used for tyre sidewalls and is an iron and