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Aftermarket News

Stay informed with the latest updates shaping the automotive aftermarket.

Aftermarket News
Thinkcar offers easy-to-follow guide on common VAG software update and ECU reflash
Thinkcar offers easy-to-follow guide on common VAG software update and ECU reflash
Castrol and The Race Group take centre stage at The Blend this weekend
Castrol and The Race Group take centre stage at The Blend this weekend
FOI investigation exposes Britain's hidden tyre safety crisis
FOI investigation exposes Britain's hidden tyre safety crisis
GCA Q3 2025 Recruitment Report Highlights Field-Based Dominance and Shifting Regional Demand
GCA Q3 2025 Recruitment Report Highlights Field-Based Dominance and Shifting Regional Demand
FAI Automotive promotes Peter Garett to Head of Product & Marketing
FAI Automotive promotes Peter Garett to Head of Product & Marketing
Darren Leppard Appointed Head of Revenue and Operations at Autotech Recruit
Darren Leppard Appointed Head of Revenue and Operations at Autotech Recruit
VLS launches investigation and issues warning about oils making claims against Stellantis specs
VLS launches investigation and issues warning about oils making claims against Stellantis specs
IAAF responds to SMMT Aftermarket Report
IAAF responds to SMMT Aftermarket Report
Bridgestone Launches ‘Stay Safe This Autumn’ Campaign to Reinforce Tyre Safety
Bridgestone Launches ‘Stay Safe This Autumn’ Campaign to Reinforce Tyre Safety
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Automotive Products

Explore the latest and most innovative products driving the automotive aftermarket forward.

Products
Exol expands coolant range with new Opticool Antifreeze Orange
Exol expands coolant range with new Opticool Antifreeze Orange
A2A introduces turbos to its engine parts catalogue
A2A introduces turbos to its engine parts catalogue
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Glue application without special training
SMP Europe expands its range with 86 new parts
SMP Europe expands its range with 86 new parts
First Line continues to grow range with 106 new parts
First Line continues to grow range with 106 new parts
Laser’s new Extendable Side-Hole Air Blow Gun — reach deeper, clean faster
Laser’s new Extendable Side-Hole Air Blow Gun — reach deeper, clean faster
Delphi announces range expansion with the addition of 111 new part numbers
Delphi announces range expansion with the addition of 111 new part numbers
Brake Engineering strengthens coverage with latest caliper introductions
Brake Engineering strengthens coverage with latest caliper introductions
NTK Vehicle Electronics expands portfolio with comprehensive new throttle body range
NTK Vehicle Electronics expands portfolio with comprehensive new throttle body range
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Garage Lifestyle

Embrace the garage lifestyle with tools, tips, and trends that fuel your passion for cars.

Lifestyle
DENSO makes its UK drag racing debut
DENSO makes its UK drag racing debut
Better Work-Life Balance for Preston Garage Owner with Website Strategy
Better Work-Life Balance for Preston Garage Owner with Website Strategy
Dakar-winning truck racing team selects Castrol VECTON for 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship
Dakar-winning truck racing team selects Castrol VECTON for 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship
Radical Rogues Rally Powers Through Storm Amy — Raising Over £23,000 for Dementia Research
Radical Rogues Rally Powers Through Storm Amy — Raising Over £23,000 for Dementia Research
Mission Motorsport Welcomes Davanti Tyres as New Partner
Mission Motorsport Welcomes Davanti Tyres as New Partner
Ben gears up for second ‘Race Across Britain’ challenge in 2026 to raise vital funds
Ben gears up for second ‘Race Across Britain’ challenge in 2026 to raise vital funds
Shaftec raises over £10,000 for charity following Skinflint Rally
Shaftec raises over £10,000 for charity following Skinflint Rally
Ben launches Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training for the automotive industry
Ben launches Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training for the automotive industry
Automotive lighting specialist provides training to Swindon students
Automotive lighting specialist provides training to Swindon students
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EV & Alternative Fuels

Exploring the latest innovations, trends, and technologies driving the shift to electric, hybrid, and low-emission vehicles in the aftermarket.

EV & Alternative Fuel
Faster charging speeds essential for future electric van adoption
Faster charging speeds essential for future electric van adoption
Cord launches EVIRA – a portable EV charger
Cord launches EVIRA – a portable EV charger
Despite Record EV Sales, Half of Drivers Still Say ‘No’ to Electric Cars with 2030 Ban Looming
Despite Record EV Sales, Half of Drivers Still Say ‘No’ to Electric Cars with 2030 Ban Looming
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