Ian Pugh, Advantage Group of Companies Managing Director of which Fix Auto UK falls within, and Colin Curtis, Managing Director Triple Bottom Line Carbon Consultancy (TBL) have written an article title: Acting with Integrity: Why the automotive sector must go beyond carbon neutrality. Read more
Automotive Bodyshop Industry Specialist, Andrew Harman has celebrated 50 years in the motor industry.
Carl Bateman has joined Avant Consult Ltd as VWG Business Development Manager (Network Development) in its Automotive Division.
D & R Resprays Ltd, Cars Repair Ltd and LLAXA Garage have been welcomed to the Solera Audatex UK family
Fix Auto UK has taken another major step in its expansion across Northern Ireland by welcoming Newcastle Accident Repair into its network. Read more
Stellantis UK Accident Repair Programme has revealed its Audatex UK Estimator of the Year 2024 – Northern Region Winners with Chris Duffy of Pentagon Group Bodyshop Sheffield taking the title, with Derek McFarlane of Mitchell Inglis in second and, in third, Allan Herd of Fix Auto Glasgow West (Allied Vehicles Group).
Stellantis UK Accident Repair Programme has launched the Distrigo Total Loss Avoidance Programme to help the industry keep more cars on the road.
Kia, Porsche, Renault, and Toyota raise the standard for Assisted Driving systems – Tesla and Volvo could do better
The Kia EV3, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, and Toyota bZ4X all scored highly in the Euro NCAP Assisted Driving Grading assessment, designed to evaluate how safely partially automated systems are implemented by vehicle manufacturers. All four vehicles were awarded a ‘Very Good’ rating for Assisted Driving, providing exceptional balance between driver engagement and safety backup. Read more
Volvo Cars introduces world first multi-adaptive safety belt in the upcoming Volvo EX60
Today, Volvo Cars unveils a major safety improvement to the safety belt. The new multi-adaptive safety belt is a world-first technology aimed to further enhance safety for everyone in real-world traffic situations. Read more
The BMW Group’s IT and Software Hubs: A key success factor for digital transformation and the software defined vehicle.
The digital transformation of the BMW Group permeates all value creation processes: from vehicle development to production and sales, it is a key factor in securing the company’s future success. Read more
Assembling EV battery packs with GM’s Kurt Kelty (VIDEO)
At General Motors, our battery strategy is at the center of our vision for an all-electric future. The batteries that power our diverse EV portfolio come together in an area of our manufacturing plants called “Rechargeable Energy Storage System,” or RESS. Read more
Genesis Motor UK announces pricing and specification of new electrified G80
Genesis Motor UK has today revealed full specification and pricing of the New Electrified G80, the most luxurious and comprehensively equipped model in the Genesis portfolio. Read more
NIO announces expansion into seven additional European markets in cooperation with local distribution partners
NIO, a global smart electric vehicle company, is expanding its European rollout by entering seven additional markets in 2025 and 2026, offering local users an innovative, sustainable and premium mobility experience. Read more
New car market returns to growth as discounting lifts EV registrations
The UK’s new car market returned to growth in May, as registrations rose 1.6% to 150,070 units, according to the latest data published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It was the best May performance since 2021, but still -18.3% lower than in pre-pandemic 2019 and only the second month of growth this year, reflecting brittle consumer confidence and economic turbulence. Read more
Van market shrinks for sixth month running
The UK’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market fell by -11.8% in May with 22,796 vans, 4x4s and pick-ups joining the road, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The contraction marks the lowest May performance since 2022 and rounds off the sixth consecutive month of decline, as weak business confidence holds back fleet investment. Read more
Stellantis & You Partners with Tchek.ai and Launches Smart AI Inspections for Used Car Valuations
Stellantis & You, the UK dealer network owned by Stellantis, has announced the integration of AI vehicle damage inspection for part exchange valuations. Stellantis &You associates across all 28 UK dealer locations can now self-inspect vehicles using Tchek’s advanced AI damage inspection technology, following close collaboration with UK-based all solution provider TyreSwift. Read more
SERMI: What does it mean for the UK?
In the automotive industry, there are numerous rules and regulations that need to be adhered to, whether you are a car manufacturer, a bodyshop or a technician. The latest regulation to be introduced to the industry is SERMI. Before we dive into what SERMI is, let’s remind ourselves of how it came into being. Read more
Accelerated premium falls in May signal further softening in motor and home insurance markets
The latest General Insurance Price Index from Pearson Ham Group shows that premiums for both motor and home insurance declined at a faster pace in May 2025, suggesting a further softening across the personal lines market. Read more
TMO expands the scope of its Codes of Practice to reflect the UK’s evolving automotive landscape
The Motor Ombudsman has unveiled its newly updated Motor Industry Codes of Practice to broaden their scope in line with the changing face of the UK’s automotive sector, which has seen the evolution of legislation, technological innovation, and shifts in consumer buying behaviour. Read more
Why Smart Adopters Win: Three Key Considerations For Tech Leaders
When it comes to implementing new technologies, there’s a case to be made for the first mover and the fast follower. First movers lead the pack. Fast followers take more time to evaluate technology before investing in it. Read more
Consumer trust in insurers hits lowest point since 2021
Public trust in the insurance industry has dropped to its lowest level in four years, according to the latest Trust in Insurance Index from Fairer Finance. Despite recent falls in car and home insurance premiums after two years of large increases, trust in insurers continues to erode, signalling a deeper, long-term decline in public confidence. Read more
City of London Police leads nationwide crackdown on ‘ghost broking’
The City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED) has led a nationwide period of action targeting illegal insurance brokers, known as ‘ghost brokers’, in a coordinated crackdown on insurance fraud. Read more
AX adds more than 500 BMW and Mini cars to fleet
Accident management company AX has ordered more than 500 new cars for its fleet, from BMW and Mini. The firm is expanding the size of its replacement vehicle fleet, provided to customer drivers following accidents. Read more
Robertsons reports vehicle theft surge in urban centres
Robertsons’ latest motor theft report reveals nearly 2,000 theft investigations across the UK and Ireland over the last six months, with sharp regional disparities and a concentration of activity in urban hotspots. Read more
Switch appoints Fleet Assist for SMR across 25,000-strong rental fleet
Scot Group-owned rental firm Switch has appointed Fleet Assist as SMR garage network partner to support its 85 locations and 25,000-plus fleet of cars and vans. Read more
Webinar: Understanding Common Non-Conformities for the Vehicle Damage Repair Kitemark
BSI is hosting a webinar on 19 June to help simplify the BS10125 certification journey. It offers a step-by-step walk-through of the certification guidance document, insights into common non-conformities that have held garages back, and the chance to ask questions directly to Dean Markwell, Automotive Technical Delivery Manager at BSI. Read more
Fleet Alliance sold to Global Vans
Global Vans continues on the acquisition trail with its most significant purchase to date: Glasgow-based fleet management leasing broker Fleet Alliance. Read more
Industry leaders confirmed for exclusive GTA update
ILC is excited to announce a headline session at the Mobility in Insurance Conference 2025, dedicated to providing critical updates and insight into the ongoing evolution of the General Terms of Agreement (GTA). Read more
Danny Clarke has joined Granlyn Specialist Coatings Ltd as Technical Sales Manager
Dan Cooper has started a new role as Ford Body & Paint Apprenticeship Co-ordinator at Calex UK
Pete Sadler has started a new role as Group Data & Analytics Director at Alton Cars Ltd
Phill Bye has started a new position as Sales Director at Switch Car Rental
Mariano Pereyra has started new role as Head of Strategic Account Management – EMEA, BASF Coatings Automotive Refinish Solutions
Jeff Winn, Founder and Executive Chairman, has stepped down from his role at the Tyneside accident specialist Read more
Martin Hall has been appointed as Managing Director ERS, taking responsibility for the performance of Lloyd’s Syndicate 218. Replacing Martin as Active Underwriter, Scott Tillbrook has been promoted following his successful leadership of ERS’ Personal Lines Bespoke, Commercial, and Agriculture portfolios. Read more
Kate Birchell, Motor Claims Supply Manager at AXA has completed her CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Supply
