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The fleet industry and garage network faces no shake-up in competition law governing vehicle distribution and maintenance as a result of Brexit, according to Fleet Assist.

Fleet Assist will be relocating to offices in Huntingdon as it seeks to drive forward with further growth.

ADESA has deployed what it believes to be the “UK’s first” Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution for the remarketing of vehicles.

City West Commercials has revealed growth plans for its Exeter depot, including a new MOT bay and an additional five recruits.

Aston Barclay has rolled out its enhanced refurbishment service to buyers across its UK network.

The partnership will position Autoglass as the first point of call for all vehicle glass repair and replacement services to the entire Hertz UK fleet

By Antonio Avenoso, executive director of the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC)

The RAC has joined forces with Autofirst in a partnership set to create the biggest independent garage network in the country.

National Windscreens has expanded its network of 108 fitting and calibration centres, with the opening of a purpose-designed facility in Kilmarnock, Scotland.

Autoglass has launched a new integrated online tool with insurance partner Aviva, enabling Aviva customers to make a windscreen insurance claim.

Fleets, contract hire and leasing companies and franchise dealers have been warned of ‘losing’ money at end-of-contract due to lack of protective mats.

The AA has secured a new five-year roadside assistance contract with Lloyds Banking Group to service some 2.4 million of its customers.

The AA says the acquisition provides an opportunity to strengthen its presence in the service, maintenance and repair (SMR) market.

Auto Windscreens has again highlighted the importance of correct recalibration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to ensure driver safety.

The total market value for UK primary car body repairs is expected to grow by 14% from £4.75 billion in 2018 to £5.43bn in 2023, a new report suggests.

Autoglass announced that Andy MacGregor has become the “first UK technician” to achieve the new IMI ADAS calibration accreditation.

Cartwright Conversions head of manufacturing Jason Barker has won a customer service award from Lex Autolease for outstanding levels of service provided to Lloyds Banking Group

R2c Online has launched a new digital workload management tool with the aim to maximise revenue and optimise resources.

Branding specialist Mediafleet has secured platinum partner status from vinyl wrap supplier Arlon Graphics.

Fleet Assist has announced that one million vehicles have received maintenance from its service outlets, as the company now targets further growth in 2019.

Selsia Vehicle Accident Centres has “strengthened” its operations team with the appointment of Ruth Lane to the position of operations controller.

Autoglass has launched a new voice assistant skill using Amazon’s Alexa enabling the technology to book appointments and make enquiries.

Bodyshops and vehicle repair businesses should use technology to win business from fleet customers, says Audatex.

Nationwide Windscreen Services has been awarded a two-year contract to supply Hertz UK with glazing and ADAS recalibration services.

ARI has appointed three mobile fleet engineers to help the fleet management company optimise optimise nationwide repair network.

By Chris Eldridge, managing director, Autoglass BodyRepair

Lex Autolease has awarded its Fleet Service Provider of the Year to Nationwide Windscreen Services.

Daf has found the oldest Daf truck still in commercial use following an international search as part of its 90th birthday.

Fleet Assist has responded to rising registrations of alternatively-fuelled cars by ensuring plug-in vehicle SMR capability across its network.

Nine in 10 (87%) of motorists are unaware which countries on mainland Europe mandate winter tyres, a survey suggests.

Go Plant Fleet Services launched a new refurbishment operation for specialist CVs after seeing rising demand across the UK

Brake will run the free webinar, ‘Maintenance and mechanics – how safe are your vehicles?’, featuring talks from fleet professionals on November 8.

The Chancellor of the Exchequer is expected to announce an additional £420 million to tackle the growing pothole problem in this afternoon’s Budget.

Electric vehicles cost an average 23% less to service and maintain over three years/60,000 miles than petrol models, research from Cap HPI has found.

ABAX has joined forces with Formula One Autocentres to provide car and van drivers with an alternative option for installing their GPS vehicle tracking units.

Damage Reclaim, a no win, no fee start-up, is targeting fleets that are in dispute with their leasing companies over end-of-contract vehicle charges

By Chris Crow head of network and technical services at Fleet Assist

AE Motors Birmingham has been fined for not having employers’ liability insurance.

Fix Auto UK has announced that it has taken ownership of its own repair shop by acquiring a majority share of Fix Auto Goole.

Guest Group has launched a new truck parts business - Partscomm - which will supply vehicle parts and consumables for same and next day delivery across central England.