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On Demand webinARC – Next Generation: 1.30pm Wednesday 24 August
During this ARC360 On Demand webinARC we look at how the industry is working in attracting new demographics, generations and skillsets by catching up with those at the very forefront of the change – the next generation. Featuring Carpenters, Entegral and Gemini ARC.
ARC360 backs Trend Tracker survey
ARC360 is lending its support to Trend Tracker to help research its latest Repair Market Survey.
To better reflect and understand the challenges and trends affecting the sector during these unprecedented times, the survey will be more in depth than ever.
Alongside the forensic market report, Trend Tracker is also carrying out comprehensive surveys of both customers and businesses within the industry.
To complete the survey click here.
New premiums rising faster than renewals
The Association of British Insurers has reported a £5 increase in the average price of motor insurance in the second quarter of the year.
Its latest Motor Insurance Premium Tracker saw premiums increase to an average of £419, however, this is still £11 lower than the same quarter in 2021.
Used car market on downward trend
The UK used car market slumped 18.8% in the second quarter of 2022, as supply disruption continues to impact vehicle sales. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders reported that just 1,759,684 transactions took place, representing a 407,820 shortfall compared to the same period last year.
However, electric vehicle sales rose 57.1% to reach 16,782 units.
Engines revved up for AutoRaise Rally
The 2022 AutoRaise Rally of West Midlands and Mid Wales has new sponsorship.
It has been confirmed that Synetiq, Egertons Recovery Group and Service Certainty are backing the event for the first time, while S&G Response, NWVA, Prasco, 4Elms Group, Motofix, Sherwin Williams, ABP and Thatcham Research have all renewed their sponsorship.
BASF backs gender diversity with historic build
BASF promoted gender diversity within the industry by partnering with Volvo and celebrity builder Bogi Lateiner on an all-female build project of a 1961 Volvo PV544.
More than 150 women from around the world took part in the historic build, which included a week-long takeover by seven BASF women.
Mirka makes Irish move
Mirka UK will continue its focus on growth within the Irish market when it showcases a range of its tools at the Auto Trade Expo, taking place in Dublin from 15-16 October.
Alongside a range of innovative electric tools, it will debut its new Galaxy and Iridium SR abrasive ranges.
Premier Group opens its doors
Premier Group has announced it will open its doors to the next generation of talent with an open day at is Cannock site on Saturday, 15 October 2022.
Held in association with School of Thought, the event is aimed at anyone aged 14 to 20 and is intended to showcase the technology, innovation and career opportunities within the sector.
It’s good to talk
Gemini has reintroduced face-to-face regional meetings, giving its operations and finance teams the opportunity to discuss future strategy and best practice with site managers across the group.
While remote technology will continue to support group-wide communications, Gemini also appreciates the value of getting colleagues together in the same room for the first time following Covid-19.
Apollo welcomes new apprentice
Apollo Accident Repair Group is continuing its commitment to apprenticeships by welcoming Ben Tomes to the company. He has started his journey as a Vehicle Damage Assessor apprentice at the group’s Swindon site, where he will be mentored by Assistant Manager and ATA-accredited Tom Doig.
Repairers called on to help customers go green
eBay Green Parts for business has sought to bust a few myths around green parts to encourage their wider uptake throughout the industry.
It has highlighted the benefits around cost, availability and sustainability as compelling arguments around their use in repairs, and revealed that if the UK increased the number of recycled parts by just 10% it would avoid 390,000 vehicle parts going to landfill each year, saving nearly 190,000 tonnes in carbon emissions.
Komoo celebrates hat-trick
Komoo is expanding is footprint and work capacity in the South West and Wales by opening a third site in Weston-Super-Mare.
Providing round-the-clock repair services to vehicle rental and fleet businesses, its sustainable Repair Qubes are fitted with the tools, equipment and skilled expertise to carry out rapid repairs on both cars and light commercial vehicles to BS10125 Kitemark accredited standards.
ARC360 podcast library
Check out ARC360’s back catalogue of podcasts featuring some of the key personalities from across the sector sharing insights into their journey within the claims sector, their perspectives on the industry and how they see the future shaping up.
