Komoo has acquired Melksham Bodyshop Accident Repair Centre. The site will be relocated and rebranded as Komoo Swindon.
Motofix Prestige Paint & Body has achieved its BSI Kitemark accreditation taking Motofix’s Group to 100% BSI compliance across all sites.
Chris Roberts has started a new position at Bodyshop Manager at Komoo.
Rick Kerry of Ipswich Accident Repair Centre has celebrated 34 years in business.
PK Motors Accident Repair Centre has excelled in its latest BSI Kitemark audit which follows on from recent approval into the Ford Collision Network.
Peter Harris has started a new role as Commercial Director at Solution Repair Group.
Fix Auto UK has recruited its 130th Franchise Partner – Smart Car UK Car Body Repairs in Swindon which will now operate as Fix Auto Swindon.
Steer Automotive Group has been awarded an Industry Leading ESG rating – a progression from its ‘Excellent’ rating in 2023.
Behind Geely’s Safety Legacy: International Media Gets First Look Inside Geely Automobile Safety Technology Laboratory
On April 24, during the Shanghai Auto Show, international media participated in an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour at Geely Automobile Safety Technology Laboratory in Qiantang, Hangzhou. For the first time, overseas journalists were granted access to Geely’s Safety Lab, getting an unprecedented look at this advanced research and development center. Read more
Exclusive: Omoda and Jaecoo maker signing up dealers for third brand in UK – Lepas
Chery – the Chinese manufacturer behind Omoda and Jaecoo – will bring a third car brand to the UK: Lepas. Read more
Volvo Cars starts production of best-selling EX30 electric SUV in Europe
Volvo Cars and its Ghent manufacturing plant reached a crucial milestone today as the company’s factory in Belgium started production of the fully electric EX30 small SUV. Read more
First plug-in hybrid campervan from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles goes on sale
Continuing the Volkswagen campervan legacy as the iconic vehicle enters into the electric era for the first time, the new California eHybrid 4MOTION is the ideal companion for every adventure. Read more
Hyundai Motor Wins Six Awards at 2025 Red Dot Awards
Hyundai Motor Company has secured six honors at the 2025 Red Dot Award: Product Design competition. The honorees included the IONIQ 9, the all-new Palisade, Smart Taxi Indicator, Global EV Home Charger, E-pit Ultra-Fast Charger, and Pixel Safety Hammer & Cutter. Read more
Stellantis and Factorial Energy Reach Key Milestone in Solid-State Battery Development
Stellantis N.V. and Factorial Energy (Factorial) today announced the successful validation of Factorial’s automotive-sized FEST® (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology) solid-state battery cells. This achievement marks a significant step forward on the path to bringing next-generation electric vehicle (EV) batteries to market. Read more
Polestar introduces battery health certificates on pre-owned cars during its UK sales event
Polestar introduces battery state of health certificates for its pre-owned Polestar 2 models certifying the useable battery as a percentage. The certificate gives customers peace of mind that their battery is in peak health and reassurance that many more miles of hassle-free motoring is ahead of them. Read more
The Road Ahead: Future-Proofing Repair Strategies for a Hi-Tech Vehicle Parc
As the UK’s vehicle parc evolves, insurers and their repair networks are navigating a critical turning point. With rapid advances in electric vehicles, intelligent safety systems, and connected vehicle technologies, the complexity of managing motor claims is increasing in both scope and scale. Read more
Exclusive: GTA continues to make progress
For the past 18 months or more, the CHO and insurers have been working collaboratively to achieve significant revisions and improvements to the GTA, hoping to remove friction from credit hire claims and put consumers at the heart of the accident management process. Read more
Brokers Identify Major Growth Opportunities in Non-Standard Market
Prestige Underwriting’s latest broker survey reveals a strong surge in demand across key non-standard home and motor segments, demonstrating brokers’ robust appetite for tailored, specialist solutions as they respond to the growing complexities of client needs. Read more
10,000 extra driving tests a month to clear backlog
The transport secretary has pledged to reduce the number of learner drivers in England waiting more than five months to sit practical tests.
Heidi Alexander said the government would aim to clear the backlog by next summer, providing at least 10,000 extra driving tests a month to help tackle the issue. Read more
Speed Matters – How Faster Parts Sourcing Speeds Up Claims and Boosts Policyholder Satisfaction
Speed is a game-changer for claims handlers and policyholders alike. Delays in sourcing vehicle parts have traditionally extended claim cycles, frustrated policyholders, and increased costs for all concerned. Read more
Progress, Partnerships & Possibilities: What’s Ahead for Solera Audatex in FY26
As the new financial year begins, it’s the ideal moment to reflect on our recent achievements and share where we’re heading next. At Solera Audatex, we’re committed to delivering the tools, data, and insight that help our customers stay ahead in an ever-evolving automotive and claims landscape. Read more
BASF Coatings sets new standard in end-to-end digital color solutions for body shops with Refinity
In its cloud-based platform Refinity, BASF Coatings consolidates a comprehensive suite of digital business solutions for the automotive refinish industry, ensuring body shops worldwide can embrace sustainable digitalization with confidence. Read more
Scott Smith has joined Autoflow.
Andrew Marsh has become Technical Director at Auto Body Bible
Volvo Cars has announced that Fredrik Hansson has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
