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AUTOMECHANIKA CEO ASKS GOVERNMENTS TO OPEN UP

Boss stands with European Parliament VP to call for the 'political courage necessary' to re-open venues

16 June 2021

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ELV DIRECTIVE UNDER REVIEW

New rules to take into account the volume of plastics and heavy metals used in modern cars

19 March 2021

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IAAF's BLEASDALE WARNS INDUSTRY OVER BLOCK EXEMPTION REVIEW

Board member warns against complacency, calling the legislation 'central to ensuring a level playing field in the automotive aftermarket'

23 October 2020

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BLOCK EXEMPTION PUBLIC CONSULTATION NOW OPEN

Crucial legislation is up for renewal, Trade bodies are preparing responses.

22 October 2020

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COMPULSORY ADAS PROVISIONALLY AGREED

Although the UK won’t be a member of the EU by that date, it will still be likely to adopt the measures in order to keep the free flow of goods and transport. 

29 March 2019

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SUPPLIERS FINED IN RECENT CARTELS

The European Commission has fined OE suppliers Bosch, NGK and Continental after taking part in recent cartels.

23 April 2018

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TRADE CONNECTIONS KEEP OBD PORT OPEN

Lobbying from trade groups in the UK and Europe make the case to keep standard diagnostic port, but the argument has not been won yet

18 January 2018

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VALEO COMPLETES FTE AUTOMOTIVE ACQUISITION

Actuators business to help with French brand's EV ambitions

03 November 2017

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EUROPEAN COMMISSION FINES A/C SUPPLIERS CARTEL

EU €155m fine handed out to six OE suppliers for historic anti-competitive practices

17 March 2017

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