Out and about with cat

The manager of the Witham branch of Essex Motor Factors’ Martyn Escritt believes in keeping a wide range of brands in a well-organised unit

Restoration work is a very tough job, as it can be painstakingly slow and invariably is never as simple as you first imagine. To succeed in such a field you need to have a genuine passion for what you do.

At The Real Mini Company that desire to return a Mini to its former glory is evident and becomes clearer when you meet owner Daniel Budd in person.

Alan Goodwin guides CAT around the mystery of tweaking an advanced curve. Aldon Automotive in the Midlands is a household name in the world of classic cars and motor racing, and with 45 years of experience preparing race cars, building and servicing classic cars and developing the mechanical and electrical advanced curves, it is no wonder Owner Alan Goodwin is very proud of his company’s achievements

Ron and Stewart Linn talk about their love of car care and why they went from retailer to wholesaler. In this day and age retail businesses are having to change their approach to selling to adapt with society from the norm of 10-20 years ago. With the rise of the internet and a virtual marketplace if you are to survive, embracing it is a necessity

Haynes explains why its manuals are still relevant for today’s car owners. Haynes Publishing is famous for its how-to manuals and helping the consumer tinker with their beloved cars, and so following CAT’s visit to its headquarters in Sparkford, we are pleased to report that the market is enjoying something of a renaissance

John Marsden explains how to keep parts moving around one of the busiest areas of the country

Joe Elliott on the homecoming of Coventry City FC and on returning to the world of accessory retail with the business his grandfather started in the city in 1908

Stephen Trulock explains Prestolite’s diverse UK operation and why it has the perfect business model. Rotating electrics are a fascinating product type with the amount of power they are expected to produce especially in the heavy-duty sector, including buses, trucks, plant and military vehicles

Caroline Lake about her fascination with engines from an early age and how it led to her decision to set up a garage targeting woman customers in particular

Mike Lintern recounts the tale of his journey from journalist to American hot-rod and vehicle specialist