88% of independent garages offer vulnerable MOT customers pick up service
IGA 15/01/2021
“These statistics show yet again that the independent garage sector is able to safely meet the needs of vulnerable customers when they are isolating and need to MOT their car, which reinforces the Government’s decision not to enforce another MOT extension." stated Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive
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NFDA welcomes clarity on 'click and collect' in Scotland
NFDA 14/01/2021
“Following continuous discussions with our franchised dealer members in Scotland and the relevant Government departments, it is positive that the Scottish Government has confirmed with the NFDA that ‘click & collect’ and delivery services of vehicles bought online can continue." commented Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the NFDA
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NFDA welcomes reinstatement of vat margin scheme
NFDA 13/01/2021
"Following our significant lobbying efforts, it is extremely positive that the Government has confirmed HMT and HMRC will reinstate a margin scheme which will avoid an immediate price increase for thousands of second-hand vehicles and the resulting detrimental impact on dealerships and consumers in Northern Ireland as well as Great Britain”, said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the NFDA
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IGA launches new COVID-19 garage guide to support independents
IGA 11/01/2021
“There is an overwhelming, ever-changing amount of COVID-19 government guidance that garages need to comply with, as well as dozens of schemes they can benefit from. We have created this simple working guide, available to the whole sector, so that garages can quickly find the relevant resources they need to run all areas of their business during the pandemic." said Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive
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Staggering growth in December closes positive year for motorcycle dealers
NMDA 08/01/2021
“A decline of -2.6% in the motorcycle market in a year like 2020 when we faced so many challenges is hugely positive as dealers’ performance exceeded all expectations”, said Paddy O’Connell, Head of the NMDA
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CWA urges Welsh Government to allow automated car washes to open
PRA 08/01/2021
"A vehicle with clean windows and mirrors definitely improves road safety, especially in these dark and dirty winter months. This is so important for essential workers, including NHS and all other medical staff." commented Brian Madderson, Chairman of the CWA
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