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The accident management specialist is looking to establish itself as a key player in the UK fleet market.

March is the most common month for motorists to flag pothole prangs to councils.

Dawsongroup has adopted Epyx’s 1link Service Network to manage service, maintenance and repair (SMR) for its 13,000-strong van fleet.

A call to defer MOTs for 4.25-tonne electric vans, citing a lack of test availability, has been backed by Venson Automotive Solutions.

Warranty Solutions Group has announced an exclusive new partnership with Loveelectric to provide cosmetic and alloy protection.

Almost two thirds of garages polled by FixMyCar say they don’t feel they have enough information or knowledge to be able to hire an apprentice.

Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals, examines the challenges fleets are facing around SMR for electric vehicles.

Fleet customers have been warned of a "nightmare scenario" after a rule change that could introduce an advisory or automatic MOT failure for unresolved recalls.

Allianz UK is urging dealerships to be aware of the risks associated with EV battery fires following incidents that resulted in over £6.5m worth of claims.

The company has earmarked more than a third of its network for possible closure, blaming overcapacity, increasing costs and sluggish growth.

Survey from Venson Automotive Solutions reveals more than a fifth of drivers admit to neglecting safety-critical vehicle checks

The latest industry news, including digital claims service launched by AA Business Services and Targa Telematics signs deal with Volkswagen Group.

Auxillis is partnering with Howden’s corporate and commercial division to provide its claims management service.

Electric vans weighing 4.25 tonnes have to be tested after one year rather than three, and also face a more rigorous examination.

FMG Repair Services has introduced ADAS recalibration equipment at all of its UK bodyshops as it strives to reduce vehicle repair times.

Analysis from CarVertical suggests that just 28% of recalled vehicles in the UK have had their defects addressed.

Liquid Fleet is launching a fully maintained rental product in partnership with Fleet Assist.

A new return on investment calculator suggests that HGV operators could be saddled with costs totalling thousands of pounds without realising it.

Fix Auto UK has reached a milestone after recording £1 billion in deployed sales into its franchised network since 2011.

MPs accuse the DfT of not taking its responsibilities and use of public money on local roads sufficiently seriously in scathing report.

Mistrust of valuation forecasts, more vehicle recalls and the challenge of closing an EV servicing gap to define Britain's struggling automotive market in 2025.

Drivers will be able to request an appointment at their home or place of work for the tyre fitment service.

The regions with the fastest and slowest fleet vehicle SMR lead times have been revealed in new data.

Fleets warned pothole-related breakdowns could increase further as new data, published to coincide with National Pothole Day, shows scale of the problem.

Inflationary pressures are driving up the cost of labour, parts, and materials, making SMR more expensive, according to ATS Euromaster.

The RAC is expecting one of the busiest days for breakdowns in 2025 within the first week of the new year.

Transport secretary also announces a clampdown on disruptive street works, doubling fixed penalty notices for utility companies who fail to comply with rules.

Venson Automotive Solutions is encouraging fleet managers to ‘hold tight’ as they navigate the shift to electric vans.

Day’s Fleet has partnered with Motor Assist in a multi-year agreement to enhance its accident management operations.   

The latest industry news, including Fleet Alliance achieves carbon neutral status and FixMyCar launches new approved garage network.

Lee O’Neill, from Venson Automotive Solutions, asks if the market will be SMR-ready as hydrogen becomes more mainstream.

Almost half of UK vehicle repairers have shared concerns on reduced work volumes and a continued lack of skilled labour to take on the work that remains.

A global supplier of aftermarket parts for heavy-duty commercial vehicles is using £1m funding to boost its manufacturing capabilities.

FMG Repair Services has added another new accident repair centre to its network.

The Herd Group has signed a three-year contract with Fleet Assist giving it access to its full range of SMR supply chain products and services.

Some of the best technicians and repairers in the UK have been highlighted as part of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) 2024 Skills Competition.

FleetCheck has launched new guidance in response to an increasing number of van fleets that are extending their vehicle replacement cycles.

Early fleet data is proving that electric vans are seeing shorter servicing times, but there is a trade off with vehicle off-road (VOR) times.

UK drivers are increasingly prioritising data security for their connected vehicles when deciding which garages to choose for servicing and repairs.

Fleets are being warned that collisions involving deer have increased 42% since 2021 during the rutting season.