Hella Gutmann Solutions announces software update for mega macs devices

14 Aug 2019

Version 56 will be available on 8th August. Chipping Warden. August 2019. As Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) become more prevalent in the vehicle car parc, it is vital that all independent workshops understand the technology and are equipped to handle working on these systems. Hella Gutmann Solutions (HGS) has…

Alliance Automotive Group acquires Auto Stores Motor Factors

08 Aug 2019

AAG UK has just completed the acquisition of Auto Stores Motor Factors (ASMF) , a former member of the PDP Group. ASMF operates from seven branches, four in the West Midlands and three in the South West. The relevant teams…

Garages ask for MAHLE by name, says FMP

30 Jul 2019

Bilston, UK – July 2019 – FMP Motor Factors has sold MAHLE product from the day it first opened its doors to start trading back in January 1997, with its garage customers now very familiar with the brand and the…

BBIF urges aftermarket to help promote battery industry

30 Jul 2019

Follows new Government alliance on battery misrepresentation The British Battery Industry Federation (BBIF) is calling upon the automotive industry to join its ranks and lend support to its campaign after meeting with Government to discuss misrepresentation of batteries. The Product…

Roadlink’s Powell partnership gaining traction

26 Jul 2019

Roadlink International has been the braking partner of choice for Steve Powell Racing for five years, as the leading CV parts supplier supports the truck racing champion in the 2019 British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) for what is turning into…

DAYCO LAUNCHES HEAVY DUTY AUXILIARY BELT KITS

26 Jul 2019

To further assist both installers and parts suppliers, Dayco has introduced a range of auxiliary belt kits, with the prefix KPV, that combine the necessary original equipment (OE) quality belt/belts and the accompanying tensioners/idlers, to allow a complete FEAD (front…

IAAF hails lobbying success with battery exclusion from Offensive Weapons Bill

17 Jul 2019

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is delighted to announce that following intense lobbying over the last year in conjunction with several of its members and the British Battery Industry Federation (BBIF), the Government has now confirmed that batteries will…

No stopping National following Automechanika Birmingham

05 Jul 2019

National Auto Parts presented a series of new products and innovative showcases that have driven further business to its door following Automechanika Birmingham 2019, hailed as “the best exhibition held in the UK for a long time” by Managing Director…

FPS DISTRIBUTION CENTRE STOCK & SERVICE PROGRESS UPDATE

03 Jul 2019

It’s no secret that FPS has been suffering from some growing pains since the unprecedented growth in volume from the recent AAG acquisitions. Nonetheless, the DC crew are working tremendously hard to restore the service levels our customers expect from…

AAG Trade Evenings – Find one near you!

03 Jul 2019

AAG Subsidiaries across the country are hosting trade events for garages over the coming months. These events are the perfect chance to get to know the team at your local motor factor and meet suppliers with exclusive offers. It’s not…