A Landmark Moment for Independent Garages: SERMI Approved in the UK
IGA 21/01/2026
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced it has achieved full approval for the European SERMI scheme in the UK, marking a landmark breakthrough for the independent automotive repair sector.
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NAMA Market Update – January 2026: Positive sentiment as wholesale market moves forward in 2026
NAMA 21/01/2026
“The market has started the year on a more positive footing than many expected,” said Paul Hill, spokesperson for the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).
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Independent Garage Association Highlights ADAS Safety Awareness and Member Support
IGA 08/01/2026
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is responding to the growing national focus on vehicle safety technology, following the Government’s new Road Safety Strategy which identifies Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) as a key tool in reducing collisions and serious injuries on UK roads.
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Motorcycle Registrations Close 2025 at 93,922 Units
NMDA 08/01/2026
The National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) today responded to the release of the Motorcycle Industry Association’s (MCIA) full-year registration figures, which show the UK market closed 2025 at 93,922 units, a 19.3% decline compared with 2024.
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IGA Commits to Supporting Independent Garages Through Employment Rights Changes
IGA 06/01/2026
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) supports independent garages as they prepare for the Employment Rights Act 2025, which is now in force. However, the most significant provisions affecting members will be phased in from April 2026.
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December New Car Registrations Close 2025 on a Firmer Footing
NFDA 06/01/2026
“December’s new car registration figures show a modest uplift at the end of the year, with the market closing 2025 on a firmer footing,” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK, commenting on the latest Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) new car registration figures.
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