New EuroFlo website
EuroFlo has launched a new website, which can be found at www.euroflo.co.uk. New features include: access to the brand new and unique Stock Profiling Tool feature for Stockists; expanded Online EuroFlo Catalogue; online DPF validation form – No longer any need to email or fax; and a stockist map showing the firm’s UK stockist network.
Continue Reading400 job losses at JCB
JCB has announced plans to axe over 400 jobs following a dramatic slow-down in world markets. The firm reports that the equipment market in Brazil, Russia, China and India was down 43 per cent compared with the same period in 2014.
Continue ReadingRoad deaths up 4% in 2014
The latest Department for Transport data, compiled by the Office of National Statistics shows that road deaths increased by 4 per cent compared with 2013, rising to 1,775. The “Reported road casualties Great Britain: annual report 2014”, which was published on 24 September also points out that the number of people seriously injured increased by 5 per cent to 22,807 in 2014.
Continue ReadingCAM Lodges rebate solution
Lodge Tyres is using an extension of its Cameo platform to manage retrospective manufacturer rebate process, which can be valued at thousands of pounds, eliminating all administration.
Continue ReadingTransport secretary pushing for European action on car emissions tests
In the wake of the VW scandal, UK Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin is said to be pushing for European level action on car emissions tests. According to BBC News, he said: We are closely monitoring the situation and have been pushing for action at a European level for more accurate tests that reflect driving on the road. Its vital that the public has confidence in vehicle emissions tests and I am calling for the European Commission to investigate this issue as a matter of urgency.
Continue ReadingPirelli to supply British GT from 2016
Pirell will equip the British GT Championship in a multi-year deal from 2016 onwards. The announcement follows Pirelli’s agreement to extend its supply contract to the Blancpain GT Series, the premier GT championship for race versions of road-going supercars, which is contested by upwards of 10 manufacturers over a variety of legendary circuits within Europe.
Continue ReadingAA Garage Guide offers quality-driven online searching
A growing number of motorists use the internet as the start point when searching for car maintenance services, and the AA has responded to this practice with the launch of AA Garage Guide, an online search and booking tool that helps motorists find the best local franchise dealerships and independent garages in the UK.
Continue ReadingCeltic cycle challenge raises £53,000 for Transaid
Executives from the transport and logistics industry pedalled more than 330km across Wales and Ireland this weekend, conquering hills and negotiating steep descents, raising £53,000 for international development charity, Transaid.
Continue ReadingHomebase signs up for ‘Project Pictogram’ safety initiative
Home and garden retailer Homebase (part of Home Retail Group) is among the first businesses to sign up to ‘Project Pictogram’, a national road safety initiative aimed at raising awareness about the four main causes of road traffic collisions and fatalities.
Continue ReadingEuropean tyre e-tail worth 5.47 billion euros by 2021
Automotive tyre manufacturers in Europe are focussing on electronic retailing (e-tail) to serve increasing customer preference for convenience and low prices, according to a new report published by Frost & Sullivan. Currently, tyre e-tail accounts for nearly eight per cent of the total tyre aftermarket in Europe. The report concludes that this figure will continue to rise as tyre manufacturers recognise the potential to access global markets through e-tail and invest in online sales and marketing tools to meet their growth objectives. Here Tyres & Accessories engages with the Frost & Sullivan data in order to better understand and begin to apply it to the current market context.
Continue ReadingGSF Car Parts merges with Parts Alliance
75 GSF Car Parts (GSF) branches have merged with The Parts Alliance, taking the network to well over 300. 160 of these are under common ownership. Together they give the Solihull-based business group increased coverage in the UK and Ireland.
Continue ReadingTopmotive and TecDoc Catalog collaborate
TecDoc UK & Ireland collaborating with DVSE/Topmotive in UK & Ireland, with the aim of becoming the dominant player in the collection and provision of replacement parts data and electronic parts catalogues across these ‘home’ markets.
Continue ReadingMichelin pleased to remain a ‘powerful’ voice in the digital arena
There’s no other way to put it. Michelin has been simply dominant in our online branding survey, having won almost every time we have run it in the last decade. With this in mind, it is no surprise that Michelin representatives are pleased to remain a “powerful voice” in the digital arena.
Continue ReadingDriving our cars into the ground
More than half of British drivers don’t get problems with their cars checked until three months after they have appeared, according to new research. A survey of more than 1,000 British drivers conducted by BookMyGarage.com, found that Britons are risking road accidents, worsening damage and steeper repair bills, as a result of not getting issues fixed in good time when they appear.
Continue ReadingAutomotive sector performs badly in customer experience survey
Only the insurance sector scores lower than the automotive industry in terms of providing the best service and customer experience, according to the second annual Customer Experience Survey from the service design consultancy, Engine.
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