Independent Garage Association (IGA) Celebrates BIG Awards 2023 Winners
IGA 25/09/2023
Celebrating excellence in the independent garage sector, the BIG Awards 2023, hosted by the Independent Garage Association (IGA), was once again a huge success. This year's award winners took home a share of a £50,000 prize pot, with each award winner receiving a £1,000 cash prize from the IGA.
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INDEPENDENT GARAGE ASSOCIATION RESPONDS TO I.C.E. BAN DATE CHANGE
IGA 21/09/2023
Following the government's decision to extend the timeline for the ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to welcome the approach, allowing for much-needed time to address the challenges related to electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and the affordability of EVs, particularly in the face of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
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Independent Garage Association Announces Enrolment Opening for SERMI Scheme in the UK
IGA 02/08/2023
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to announce the opening of enrolment for the Security-related Repair Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme in the United Kingdom. All UK Independent Operators (IO’s) and Remote Service Suppliers (RSS) are invited to register for the scheme in anticipation of its full implementation on 1 October 2023.
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SERMI scheme off to strong start, says Independent Garage Association
IGA 11/07/2023
UK independent garages have responded enthusiastically to last week’s announcement that they will be able to access Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) using the same framework as their EU counterparts, thanks to agreements reached by the Independent Garage Association (IGA).
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IGA RESPONDS TO DRAFT CMA GUIDANCE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE BLOCK EXEMPTION ORDER
IGA 19/05/2023
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has submitted a response on behalf of members to the latest round of consultation on the UK replacement for the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation (MVBER), which expires at the end of this month.
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IGA RESPONDS TO DRAFT CMA GUIDANCE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE BLOCK EXEMPTION ORDER
RMI 17/05/2023
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IGA LAUNCHES NEW EV PRACTICAL FAULT-FINDING COURSE
IGA 04/05/2023
Responding to feedback from members, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has added a new EV Practical Fault-Finding course to its suite of high-quality, cost-effective skills training.
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DfT announces 4-1-1 MOT consultation extension following trade body campaign
IGA 17/02/2023
Following a widespread campaign by automotive industry trade bodies, the Department for Transport (DfT) has extended the current MOT consultation’s closing date to 22 March 2023.
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Trade bodies unite to question DfT on MOT consultation
IGA 13/02/2023
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) and Scottish Motor Trade Association (SMTA) conducted a meeting with the Department for Transport (DfT) and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to discuss the current consultation on MOT frequency and enhancements.
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IGA seeks Shadow Transport Secretary’s support to protect 3-1-1 MOT schedule
IGA 06/02/2023
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to Louise Haigh MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, seeking her support to oppose any changes to the current MOT structure.
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Industry petition launched to stop the 4-1-1 MOT and save lives
IGA 26/01/2023
A petition has been launched by automotive trade bodies to stop the Government’s plans to extend the period before a vehicle has its first MOT, in order to reduce preventable casualties and deaths caused by vehicle defects.
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IGA Calls for Extension to MOT 4-1-1 Consultation
IGA 23/01/2023
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to the Department for Transport (DfT), urgently requesting an extension to their consultation proposing changes to the MOT frequency and other MOT enhancements.
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