Guy Martin to open Automechanika Birmingham’s Big Garage Event

20 May 2019

The Morris Lubricants ambassador will play a big part in the company’s presentation at this year’s industry show Morris Lubricants brand ambassador, television personality and truck mechanic Guy Martin will open the Automechanika Birmingham Big Garage Event on the 4th…

Alliance Automotive Group Acquires Burton Motor Factors

13 May 2019

AAG UK has completed the acquisition of Burton Motor Factors, an existing member of Groupauto. Burton Motor Factors is a two branch LV business based in Burton & Swadlincote (Brake Midlands Ltd, Swadlincote) with sales c£1.2m and 10 employees.

Lucas seals GB women’s ice hockey win with sponsorship deal

09 May 2019

Brand’s UK & European presence set to further expand Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE) has announced that Lucas has further strengthened its partnership with ice hockey through its latest sponsorship agreement with GB Women’s Ice Hockey Team, as the brand…

Alliance Automotive Group Acquires Shepshed Auto Spares LTD

09 May 2019

AAG UK has just completed the acquisition of Shepshed Auto Spares LTD, an existing member of GROUPAUTO.

IAAF to warn aftermarket to “Be primed for digital revolution” at Automechanika

08 May 2019

Wendy Williamson, chief executive of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) will be addressing challenges faced by the aftermarket in the digital era, when she delivers a speech to delegates at Automechanika Birmingham next month. Held in the Aftermarket Seminar…

AAG UK Recent Acquisitions

03 May 2019

Please be aware that AAG UK has completed the following acquisitions: TBR Services Ltd TBR is a single branch LV business based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, with sales of c£1.6m & 16 employees. ECC Motor Factors ECC is a single…

Exol announces BTRC sponsorship with Newell & Wright Transport

23 Apr 2019

Exol has signed a new sponsorship deal with Newell & Wright Transport in this season’s British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC). Exol branding will feature on the side of the truck and most notably down the sleeves of experienced driver John…

MAHLE Aftermarket set to align aftermarket needs at Automechanika

23 Apr 2019

MAHLE Aftermarket is set to make a sweeping return to Automechanika Birmingham at the NEC on 4-6 June, targeting specialist visitors and unveiling an extensive range from its OE-quality product portfolio on stand T144. As one of the leading global…

‘Your Car – Your Choice’ pilot project begins

23 Apr 2019

Campaign begins in Chesterfield to boost awareness of motorists’ rights The Your Car – Your Choice pilot project has begun in Chesterfield, aimed at raising awareness of the rights that motorists have to get their car serviced anywhere they choose…

Sealey first to support new MAM accessories catalogue

23 Apr 2019

Supplier to include its range of professional tools and workshop equipment Jack Sealey Ltd, one of the UK’s largest tool and equipment suppliers, is the first company to commit to providing data to MAM Software’s forthcoming accessories catalogue. The groundbreaking new…