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NFDA hosts industry get-together

Legislation, UK News
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On Tuesday 17 January, the evening of the NFDA Executive Meeting, NFDA brought together franchised dealer members, MPs, and Lords to the House of Lords to discuss the significance of the automotive retail sector, in addition to some of the pertinent issues the sector is facing.

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  1. NFDA calls on government to allow private HGV-MOT testers
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19th January 2023/by Peter Gardner

PRA urges Chancellor to maintain fuel duty cut

Legislation, UK News

On 8 November, the Petrol Retailers Association wrote to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, regarding the 5p per litre fuel duty cut introduced in March. Gordon Balmer, executive director of the PRA, said: “Skyrocketing energy prices have had a devastating impact on household finances. When every penny counts, it is crucial that the 5ppl fuel duty cut introduced in March of is maintained.

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9th November 2022/by Peter Gardner

Michelin Training Centre, MWheels collaborating to improve CV wheel safety education

Company News, Legislation, UK News

MWheels’ technical experts and Michelin Training Centre are working together to further improve overall knowledge of commercial vehicle wheel safety throughout the industry. Based predominantly around hands-on workshop participation alongside traditional seminar lessons, the companies aim to provide in-depth knowledge of the wheel itself, fitting and general maintenance, wheel security, and an understanding of affiliated parts such as axles, nuts and threads.

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5th July 2018/by Andrew

Brake Engineering applauds decision to maintain MOT frequency

Legislation, UK News

Brake Engineering, one of the aftermarket’s leading braking specialists, has applauded the government’s decision to maintain the current MOT frequency, with a vehicle’s first test taking place at three years and then one year thereafter.

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5th March 2018/by Andrew

Lack of charge points could hamper electric vehicle growth – RAC Foundation

Legislation, UK News

Potential purchasers of electric cars tempted by the benefits of quickly-improving battery capacity might still hesitate if the public charge point network doesn’t keep pace with changing technology.

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4th October 2017/by Tyrepress Editors

IAAF launches motorists’ rights campaign

Legislation, UK News

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is raising awareness of motorists’ rights by launching the ‘Your Car, Your Choice’ campaign, supporting key legislation providing motorists with freedom to choose where to service, maintain and repair their vehicle.

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15th June 2017/by Andrew

AALG outlines post-Brexit lobbying position

Legislation, UK News

The Automotive Aftermarket Liaison Group (AALG) presented its new lobbying position on European issues that affect the aftermarket in a post-Brexit Britain at a press launch today (Tuesday 23 May) at Silverstone race track.

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23rd May 2017/by Andrew

RMI lobbying for competitive vehicle repair and maintenance

International News, Legislation, UK News

RMI Bodyshops (NAB & VBRA) has written to a select group of MEP´s requesting support in improving the legal framework for competitive repair and maintenance of automotive vehicles.

Jason Moseley, director of RMI Bodyshops commented: “We believe that the legal framework for competitive Repair and Maintenance Information needs improving. We have written to MEPs and also asked our members to get involved and write to their committee MEPs, so there is a very strong and aligned message sent from the body repair sector.”

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27th January 2017/by Tyrepress Editors

PRA argues fuel duty cut for economic boost

Legislation, UK News

The Petrol Retailers Association has argued that a cut in fuel duty would help the UK economy tackle the twin challenges of a weaker pound and a stronger oil price. “A fuel duty cut will provide a reassuring boost to businesses and consumers alike”, said chairman Brian Madderson, in a letter to the chancellor following a recent meeting with Treasury officials.

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18th November 2016/by Andrew

Total UK ban: NTDA chief executive hardens stance on part-worn tyres

Company News, Legislation, Premium, UK News

Following up comments made at the Tyre Wholesale Group’s annual lunch on 5 October, NTDA chief executive Stefan Hay has called for a total ban on the sale of part-worn tyres. Speaking at the association’s Tyre Industry Conference, held at the VOX Conference Centre on Thursday 6 October 2016, Hay said previous attempts to enforce current laws through collaboration with trade bodies and enforcement agencies have not yielded the required results, leaving the association with little option but to harden its stance. Later the same day, NTDA chairman Roger Griggs reiterated the message during the association’s annual dinner.

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11th October 2016/by Andrew

NMDA calls for motorcycle test reform

Legislation, UK News

The National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) has written to Andrew Jones MP, parliamentary undersecretary of state for transport, calling for a reform of the current testing regime for motorcycle riders.

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11th August 2016/by Andrew

RMA asks government to address effects of low cost imports on retread industry

Legislation, Retreading, UK News

Several representatives of the Retread Manufacturers Association (RMA) and the tyre industry have met with Department for Business ministers to discuss the impact of low-cost new tyres on the UK and European retreading industry, and its direct implications for employment in the retread tyre industry, the tyre recovery programme and the environment. The association said it would “press for urgent measures” to address what it argues is evidence of ‘dumping’.

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12th November 2015/by Andrew

Brake: paying the price for road safety inaction

Legislation, UK News

Brake, the road safety charity, is urging the government to show strong leadership in the face of the first calendar year increase in road casualties in 17 years. The charity believes the reintroduction of ambitious casualty reduction targets, axed in 2010, must be a key first step in an urgently needed fightback against road danger and it points out that people on foot and bike bore the brunt of the rise.

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25th June 2015/by Andrew

NFDA calls on government to allow private HGV-MOT testers

Legislation, UK News

“A move to allow private HGV-MOT Testers could only be a step in the right direction”, said Sue Robinson, director of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers across the UK.

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21st May 2015/by Andrew

NFDA urges government to enhance alternative fuel vehicle grants

Market Info, UK News

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) is urging the Government to review urgently the funding and infrastructure plans associated with alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) to make them a viable option for mainstream motorists.

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21st May 2015/by Andrew
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