The race to produce autonomous vehicles is reaching fever pitch as on road tests and trials begin across the world
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CAT'S INSIDE LINE: RANGE ROVER L322 (2002 TO 2012)
The ultimate statement of luxury and staple of Britain is next up on our ramp for further investigation
MANN+HUMMEL TO ACQUIRE AFFINA FILTERS BUSINESS
Ludwigsburg-based filter manufacturer Mann+Hummel has signed a deal to acquire the filtration business of Affina International for an undisclosed sum.
How to make sure you get your money
Factors often bear the brunt of independent garages failing. Mike Owen offers some advice on how to keep customers’ money coming in
CAT Supplier Lives: Newsome Tools
Tool specialist Martin Newsome explains how his company grew from a tool van business to an international import and export venture
AUTO WINDSCREENS ACQUIRES AA AUTOWINDSHIELDS
Former RAC-owned company strikes deal with key rival
FIA regulations help align retail with F1 lubricants
During Race Week in the build up to this year’s British Grand Prix, ExxonMobil and McLaren Honda were keen to point out the alignment between the lubricants used for racing with those sold in retail packs
Saab Parts change distribution model
The company responsible for distributing OE parts to the remaining Saab dealer network has established a UK parts hub
CAT'S INSIDE LINE: ALFA ROMEO 159 (2005 TO 2011)
The handsome Alfa Romeo 159 is next up on our ramp for further investigation. The 159 was Alfa’s replacement for the adored 156 and another attempt to crack the German dominated compact executive car market
FACTOR CHAIN HEADS WEST
GMF opens Haverfordwest branch, pushing further into West Wales.