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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > unite-warns-that-zev-mandate-puts-jobs-at-risk

Unite warns that ZEV Mandate puts jobs at risk

19+ hour, 29+ min ago  (158+ words) The Unite union has warned that current ZEV Mandate targets are putting automotive jobs in the UK at risk. It believes existing targets are fundamentally flawed and called on the government to adjust them in line with customer demand. The…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > used-electric-vehicles-undercutting-ice-models

Used electric vehicles undercutting ICE models

19+ hour, 25+ min ago  (189+ words) Used electric vehicles are on average "1, 800 cheaper than equivalent petrol and diesel models, according to the latest analysis from Big Motoring World. It compared the prices of eight of the most popular two-year-old electric models with petrol and diesel variations…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > spencer-bell-joins-motor-parts-direct-to-accelerate-digitalisation

Spencer Bell joins Motor Parts Direct to accelerate digitalisation

23+ hour, 45+ min ago  (186+ words) Bodyshop Magazine Spencer Bell joins Motor Parts Direct to accelerate digitalisation Motor Parts Direct has appointed Spencer Bell as head of digital commerce to accelerate digital growth. He joins with more than 20 years of experience in digital commerce, transformation, online…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > rac-warns-of-scam-using-its-brand

RAC warns of scam using its brand

1+ day, 29+ min ago  (162+ words) The RAC has warned motorists to be wary of a scam offering 60% discounts on some of its services. It has reported that fraudsters are sending out phishing emails using the RAC brand to steal personal details. The email offers a…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > traditional-workshops-must-evolve-or-die-warns-mahle

Traditional workshops must evolve or die, warns Mahle

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (285+ words) Traditional workshops risk being left behind by technology if they fail to evolve, Mahle has warned. It said bodyshop owners need to rethink what makes a successful workshop with a focus diagnostics, software and high-voltage systems. The shift if being…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > europcar-mobility-group-joins-afp

Europcar Mobility Group joins AFP

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (130+ words) Europcar Mobility Group UK has joined the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) as a Fleet Support Provider. The move reflects the growing impact fleets have on the wider UK economy. The AFP, which represents more than 1, 000 individuals and companies, supports…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > lkq-academy-enhances-electric-vehicle-and-adas-training

LKQ Academy enhances electric vehicle and ADAS training

2+ day, 48+ min ago  (243+ words) LKQ Academy and Valeo Service UK have announced a new partnership to deliver electric vehicle and ADAS training to workshops. The collaboration aims to equip technicians with the skills to handle modern vehicles. Training, which will take place through the…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > mental-health-advocate-celebrated-with-fix-auto-award

Mental health advocate celebrated with Fix Auto award

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (275+ words) Mental health advocate Carl Norton has been recognised at the Fix Auto National Conference Awards Ceremony for raising awareness within the network. He received the group's 2026 Special Recognition Award after training 244 accredited Mental Health First Aiders. The regional manager, a…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > motorists-leave-cars-at-home-as-fuel-crisis-bites

Motorists leave cars at home as fuel crisis bites

2+ day, 22+ hour ago  (267+ words) Further evidence has emerged that motorists are driving less as a result of the continued fuel crisis. The RAC reported that at the end of May fuel prices reached their highest level since the Iran conflict started, and warned of…...

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bodyshopmag. com > 2026 > news > repairers-jailed-for-motor-fraud-following-ifed-investigation

Repairers jailed for motor fraud following IFED investigation

3+ day, 2+ min ago  (192+ words) Two men have been found guilty of motor fraud after securing funds to repair vehicles damaged during collisions that were either induced or didn't happen. Operating out of Tyre Boys, Kamlesh Vadukul and Raju Patel obtained a credit agreement from…...

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