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CONTENTS 

Inside 

News and Products 

6. GSF-Chairman Sukhpal Ahluwalia awarded 

Asian Business Person of the Year. 

8. The Motor Ombudsman-marks the 20th anniversary of its 

New Car Code gaining full approval. 

10. BEN-invites automotive family to get involved in 

festive fundraising activities. 

11. IGA-Donates £10,000 to Ben Automotive Charity at 

BIG Awards 2024. 

12. ONKAR-Take control-It’s not how the day starts, it’s how it 

ends that matters. Take control of the situation and your 

training will get you through. 

14. Garage Owner Solves Staff Shortage-with four-day week. 

JP D’Arcy says a business course and new website helped solve 

staff shortage. 

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noteworthy since its launch, for Aftermarket parts and 

equipment sales platform. 

30. Autowave-A leading provider of car keys and programming 

equipment, helps a motor factor enjoy “remarkable growth 

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NEWS 

GSF Chairman 

Sukhpal 

Ahluwalia 

awarded Asian 

Business Person 

of the Year 

GSF Car Parts’ Executive Chairman Sukhpal Ahluwalia has been awarded Business Person of the Year at 

this year’s prestigious Asian Achievers Awards. The award recognises Sukhpal’s role in building many of 

the country’s largest businesses, including the ongoing transformation of GSF Car Parts. 

Now in its 22nd year, the Asian 

Achievers Awards celebrates the 

outstanding work of individuals within 

the South Asian community across politics, 

business, and civil society. 

The awards ceremony, which took place 

at London’s Hilton Park Lane, attracted 

more than 500 distinguished guests from 

around the world and was hosted by former 

Eastenders star Nitin Ganatra and ITV 

newsreader Anila Dhami. 

Sukhpal Ahluwalia 

“It is a great honour to receive this award. 

I’m hugely thankful to all my friends, 

team members, and partners who have 

contributed to the success of my businesses 

down the years. I’m proud of the role I’ve 

played in creating jobs and businesses 

across the length and breadth of the 

country.” 

Sukhpal founded Euro Car Parts in 1978 

from a single store, and it was continuously 

ranked as one of the UK’s most successful 

businesses by The Sunday Times Top Track 

250. 

The business grew to more than £1.2 billion 

in revenue by 2018, with a branch network 

of 350 locations and 11,500 colleagues. The 

business was sold to Nasdaq-listed LKQ 

Corp in 2014, with Ahluwalia staying on as 

Executive Chairman of LKQ’s businesses in 

the UK, Ireland, and India until 2018. 

In 2011, Sukhpal founded Dominus, which 

has since become one of the UK’s largest 

privately-owned property developers and 

operators, with super-prime sites across 

London and other major cities in the UK. He 

serves as Non-Executive Chairman. 

More recently, Sukhpal acquired GSF Car 

Parts in 2023, which has since become the 

UK’s fastest growing car parts distributor. 

Over the last 12 months, the business has 

expanded rapidly, opening 15 new branches 

to reach a total of 200 sites across its 

network. 

The business plans to add a further 15 

branches over the coming year, which 

will create hundreds of new jobs. GSF 

also inked a multi-million mega-deal on 

a ‘game changing’ new 500,000-sq-ft 

National Distribution Centre in the Midlands 

to support the explosive growth of the 

business. 

Sukhpal is also active in business and 

charity work in India, having committed 

to invest up to £10 million in the state of 

Punjab alongside seeking to back tech 

entrepreneurs across the country. In 

recent years, he has also supported the 

construction of a new school in Faridabad 

and plans to continue to scale up his 

activity in India in advance of his long-term 

aspiration to return to the country. 

Sukhpal Ahluwalia added: “I love driving 

businesses from the front, and I’m very 

lucky to have been given the opportunity 

to do what I love – founding and building 

businesses – almost every day of my life. I’ve 

never really considered it a job! I’m going to 

give GSF every ounce of energy that I’ve got 

before I start to think about hanging up my 

boots to return to India.” 

Steve Horne, CEO of GSF Car Parts 

“I’m privileged to have known Sukhpal for 

nearly 20 years and we are incredibly lucky 

to have such an inspirational, committed 

and knowledgeable Executive Chairman 

and major investor. Everyone at GSF is 

absolutely delighted at this award which 

rightly recognises one of the great British 

entrepreneurs of not just our sector but our 

generation.” 

Sukhpal originally arrived in the UK in 

1972 as a refugee from Uganda, fleeing 

persecution under Idi Amin. Upon his arrival 

in the UK, his family spent more than a year 

in temporary accommodation. 

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NEWS 

The Motor Ombudsman marks the 

20th anniversary of its New Car Code 

gaining full approval 

On this day, 20 years ago, it was 

announced that the Motor Industry 

Code of Practice for New Cars had 

gained ‘Stage Two’ and full approval 

from the former Office of Fair Trading 

(OFT), becoming the first Code 

of Practice in any industry to be 

awarded this prestigious status 

The New Car Code was introduced 

to drive up standards in the provision 

of new cars to customers by vehicle 

manufacturers, and the cover 

provided by their new car warranties 

A total of 46 carmakers are today 

committed to the Chartered Trading 

Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved 

Code, covering 98% of all new cars 

sold in the UK 

Accreditation grants a suite of 

benefits for vehicle manufacturers 

signed up to the Code, including 

all-important access to The Motor 

Ombudsman’s in-house, impartial 

and automotive- specific Alternative 

Dispute Resolution (ADR) service in 

the event of an unresolved consumer 

complaint 

The Motor Ombudsman, the 

Ombudsman dedicated to the 

automotive sector, is marking two 

decades since it was announced that the 

Motor Industry Code of Practice for New 

Cars received full ‘Stage Two’ approval 

from the former Office of Fair Trading 

(OFT). Superseding the Motor Industry 

Code of Practice, unveiled in 1976, the 

New Car Code was the first Code of 

Practice from any industry to achieve this 

prestigious status. Being given the green 

light in September 2004 meant that the 

Code was deemed to be effective in 

promoting and safeguarding the interests 

of motorists, and provided added 

protection to consumers when buying a 

new car. 

Following its introduction two decades 

ago, the New Car Code has since provided 

a reputable and established framework 

of comprehensive guidelines, designed to 

drive up standards in the supply of new 

cars and warranties. It is today one of 

The Motor Ombudsman’s four Codes of 

Practice to be approved under the existing 

Approved Code Scheme operated by the 

Chartered Trading Standards Institute 

(CTSI), and is voluntarily adhered to by 

46 vehicle manufacturers – the largest 

number to do so at any one time, and 

covering 98% of all new cars sold in the 

UK – a market worth around £70 billion in 

20231. 

The New Car Code outlines a total 

of 30 commitments for businesses, 

which include using easy-to- understand 

messaging in customer documentation 

and promotional material, presenting 

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warranty terms in plain English and clearly 

listing any exclusions, and making spare 

parts available from the time a new model 

is launched. Businesses equally promise 

to take effective action in order to ensure 

that consumers receive a fair and swift 

response should a complaint arise. 

Since The Motor Ombudsman was 

formed in 2016, the automotive authority 

has received around 11,800 contacts 

from consumers on average every 

year, and accepted nearly 1,200 cases 

annually that may be reviewed under the 

remit of the New Car Code. Disputes 

commonly reported by motorists relate 

to the provision of unclear manufacturer 

warranty terms, the management of 

complaints, delays to components being 

made available for repairs, and advertising 

potentially containing misleading 

information. 

One of the many benefits of signing 

up The Motor Ombudsman Codes of 

Practice is that, should a dispute arise 

that a business is unable to resolve to a 

customer’s satisfaction via their inhouse 

procedures, they are able refer a 

consumer to The Motor Ombudsman as 

an automotive-specific and independent 

third party, to investigate it in a fair and 

impartial environment, all at no cost to 

the customer. 

In addition, vehicle manufacturers are 

able to use The Motor Ombudsman and 

Chartered Trading Standards Institute 

(CTSI) Approved Code logos on consumerfacing 

literature and online assets. 

Similarly, businesses have the opportunity 

to participate in dedicated industry 

round-tables, webinars and events that 

look at pertinent issues impacting the 

motor industry, and can take advantage 

of amplified brand exposure on the 

popular Motor Ombudsman website 

(TheMotorOmbudsman.org), and through 

The Motor Ombudsman’s own marketing 

initiatives, such as the annual Customer 

Service Star Awards. 

Bill Fennell, Chief Ombudsman and 

Managing Director of The Motor 

Ombudsman 

“Celebrating two decades of the 

New Car Code is a testament to our 

sustained commitment to driving even 

higher standards in our industry. The 

guidelines highlighted by the Code 

are as relevant today as they were 20 

years ago, and remain pivotal in the 

delivery of exceptional service by vehicle 

manufacturers.” 

Bill added: “We are immensely proud 

of the impact and legacy that the New 

Car Code has created to date, and it will 

continue to both evolve in line with the 

changing automotive sector, and act as a 

beacon of industry standards for existing 

businesses and new vehicle manufacturers 

that launch in the UK going forward.” 

To view The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Codes of Practice, visit: 

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NEWS 

Ben invites automotive family to get 

involved in festive fundraising activities 

Automotive industry charity, Ben, is inviting its automotive family 

to get involved in Christmas Jumper Day this December and has 

also released its new Christmas card collection to raise funds 

which will support those struggling or in crisis. 

Ben is calling for the automotive 

community to get involved with its 

Christmas Jumper Day fundraiser 

which will take place on 13th December 

- or any day that month. To take part, 

participants simply sign up, share the date 

with colleagues/friends and wear their 

best (or worst) Christmas jumper on the 

day. Christmas Jumper Day is the ideal 

opportunity to get colleagues together in 

the workplace to have some festive fun and 

raise funds by donating £3 per person - the 

cost of a coffee. 

This year, Ben is celebrating 35 years of 

Christmas cards designed by renowned 

motoring artist, Richard Wheatland, and 

is marking this special milestone by selling 

Richard’s first three card designs from 1989, 

1990 and 1991 - now considered vintage. 

There is also a stunning new automotive 

design for this year’s card so there’s plenty 

to appeal to avid Wheatland collectors and 

new buyers alike. 

This winter, there will be many more 

people worried about keeping the roof over 

their heads and heat in their homes, as well 

as putting food on the table. By taking part 

in Christmas Jumper Day and buying Ben’s 

Christmas cards, you can support more 

automotive individuals and families who are 

struggling, or in crisis, this winter. Funds 

raised will also bring gifts to go under the 

tree and put smiles on faces this Christmas. 

Matt Wigginton, Director of Partnerships, 

Engagement & Income, said: “We hope our 

whole automotive family will get involved in 

Ben’s festivities this year! Christmas Jumper 

Day is such an easy one to get involved in 

and will help your company get into the 

festive spirit - you could even give away 

prizes for the best (and worst!) Christmas 

jumpers and raffle a Ben bear too. You can 

now also buy your Ben Christmas cards with 

a new and very special design by Richard 

Wheatland for 2024. 

“We are still seeing record numbers 

of people turning to Ben in desperation 

because they can’t afford the basics. It’s 

still really tough out there and many people 

in our automotive family urgently need us. 

Together, we can make a life-changing, 

often life-saving, difference to the lives 

of our automotive family so please get 

involved today.” 

Ben also wants to ensure automotive 

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The charity is here for our industry 

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worked, in the automotive industry we urge 

you to get in touch now if you’re at breaking 

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Don’t suffer in silence, contact our helpline: 

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ben.org.uk. You can also access Ben’s out 

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When any member of our automotive 

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Support Ben this Christmas 

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NEWS 

IGA Donates £10,000 to Ben 

Automotive Charity at BIG Awards 2024 

At the 2024 British Independent Garage (BIG) 

Awards, the Independent Garage Association 

(IGA) proudly announced a generous donation of 

£10,000 to Ben, the automotive industry charity. 

Ben provides essential support to the people of 

the automotive industry, providing support for life 

for them and their family dependents. 

Stuart James, CEO of the IGA, commented “We are honoured 

to support Ben and the incredible work they do for our 

industry. As independent garages, we know how challenging 

this sector can be, and Ben’s efforts to provide much-needed care 

and support are invaluable. This donation is our way of giving back 

to a charity that continuously uplifts the automotive community.” 

The donation was a highlight of the evening, which celebrated 

the achievements of independent garages across the UK. Ben’s 

work directly impacts many people within the industry, enhancing 

their health and wellbeing through its free and confidential online 

self-help, helpline and support services. 

Matt Wigginton, Director of Partnerships, Engagement & Income 

at Ben, said: “Ben is on a mission to help more people each year; 

three times as many by 2030. We know this is a bold ambition, but 

one we can achieve with the help of our industry. We can’t thank 

the IGA enough for their generosity and, together, we will support 

people in our industry when they face life’s toughest challenges. 

Support from businesses, and their employees, helps ensure Ben 

is always there for those who need us, and the IGA’s donation will 

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ONKAR CHAHAL 

TAKE CONTROL 

I 

picked up a lead for my 640i one day 

and it turned out to be quite a hard one 

to progress as he keeps hitting me with 

some low offers. We agree that he needs to 

see the car so he sends me some money to 

cover my fuel and I’m off to sunny Gatwick! 

As I exit the motorway, I’m less than three 

miles away from my destination when the 

battery light comes on my dash, followed 

by the steering and active suspension 

warnings. Bugger! I’m 130 miles away from 

home, no tools and an expectant customer 

minutes away and I’ve got a fan belt that 

has shredded itself around all the pulleys. 

I pull up at his business address and show 

the car off. Unfortunately, he too see’s 

my predicament and hit’s me with a very 

painful offer. He continues that he’ll get it 

repaired himself and that he’s doing me a 

favour as it saves me having to get it back 

home. 

The trouble is it’s what I do. I fix cars, 

recover or deliver them, it’s what I do. So 

his offer saves me the convenience but at a 

financial cost, one which I’m not prepared 

to pay. I make my excuses and leave whilst 

I find a local garage on foot, I give him the 

keys as he drops me off at Gatwick station 

and I make my way back home, tail firmly 

between my legs. 

I’m out of control of this situation. I’ve 

got a buyer who’s ready to take the shirt 

off my back and probably my trousers too 

and a garage that I’ve no idea how good 

they are or what standard they work too? 

As I’m on the train home I decide to join a 

By Onkar Chahal 

It’s not how the day starts, it’s 

how it ends that matters. Take 

control of the situation and your 

training will get you through. 

breakdown company, just in case it all goes 

(even more) wrong. 

Two days later I call the garage and he 

hasn’t even opened the bonnet he tells me. 

I decide this isn’t working so I catch a train 

down and take control of the situation. I 

get the key from the garage and call all the 

local parts suppliers, but no one has a belt 

in stock, so I call the breakdown company. 

A few hours later the local agent turns up 

and condemns my engine. Another couple 

of hours later and it’s on the back of a lorry 

but going in the wrong direction. Turns out 

they don’t have enough drivers to take me 

home. They’re going to leave my car in their 

compound and give me the keys to their 

courtesy car. They then continue to tell me 

it’ll be about three days before I get my car 

back. 

It’s at this stage I’d like to remind you that 

it’s just a broken fan belt. 

Whilst I’m waiting for my car to be 

returned I get another call on the car, so 

I tell him what’s happened and the time 

scale involved. No problem he tells me, let 

me know when it’s ready he asks. The car 

arrives and by the time he’s loaded the 

Citroen and completed the paperwork I’ve 

got the fan assembly out, cut the old belt 

off and jet washed the engine bay. Minutes 

later I have the new belt on and the engines 

running sweet. I clear the faults, give it a 

quick road test and wash it. I even manage 

to polish out the new scratch on the wing! 

I take it home, complete the road test, 

agree a deal, he pays and takes it away. Six 

months later he sends me a video of the 

speedo as he’s driving through Europe, well 

over double our speed limit and he thanks 

me for selling him such a good car. 

It’s not how the day starts, it’s how it 

ends that matters. Take control of the 

situation and your training will get you 

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NEWS 

Garage Owner Solves Staff 

Shortage with Four-Day Week 

JP D’Arcy says a business course and new website helped solve staff shortage 

JP D’Arcy Car Care and Performance, an 

independent Mercedes and BMW specialist 

in County Cork, is successfully tackling staff 

shortages after changing the structure of 

the business’ working week. 

The garage, which has been through a 

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turn wouldn’t have been as successful as 

quickly, if it were not for a chance meeting 

with Jim Lang from website specialist, 

Garage Services Online. 

JP said: “Going on Andy’s training course 

changed my business focus and we decided 

to transition to a Mercedes and BMW 

specialist. However, you can’t just do that 

overnight and expect a whole new profile of 

customer to start walking through the door. 

“I met Jim around the same time and 

got Garage Services Online to do a new 

website. My old one was dead in the water 

and didn’t bring any work in at all. To be 

honest, it was so bad, I wouldn’t even have 

visited my own garage if I’d seen it! 

“Over the course of 12 months, the 

website pulled in more and more of the 

work we wanted, until it got to the point 

six months ago where we were confidently 

deferring anything other than Mercedes and 

BMW work to another garage. 

“We knew with absolute certainty the 

website was responsible for all the new 

customers. We got a new telephone 

number at the same time, and nobody 

could get that without finding us online.” 

The garage now receives around 12 

out-of-hours online enquiries per week, in 

addition to busy phonelines during the day. 

Quiet summer months are a thing of the 

past. 

Administration time has been halved 

as the profile of customer JP D’Arcy now 

attracts, is looking for quality service, and 

not the cheapest price. Time previously 

spent pricing jobs for customers looking to 

haggle, is now used more productively. 

JP continued: “The increase in 

productivity and profitability gave me the 

security and confidence to think differently 

about staffing issues. We put the four-day 

week into place and it’s been another 

game-changer. Staff either work Monday to 

Thursday, or Tuesday to Friday. 

“Not only do employees love the longer 

day and shorter week, it’s also facilitated an 

increase in opening hours. We open at 7am 

which works better for customers dropping 

their vehicle before work. For vehicles 

dropped the night before, we can work 

on them bang on 7am. Productivity has 

increased massively. 

“I don’t know of any other independent 

garage working this way. 

“The business would be very different 

had I not met Jim and got the website. He’s 

very honest, straight-forward, and has a lot 

of integrity. These attributes clearly flow 

through to his team. 

“I’d love other garages to know just what’s 

possible with the right people behind you.” 

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NEWS 

Gear Up and Save with Draper’s 

latest Workshop Promotion 

Draper’s brand-new Workshop Promotion is packed with unbeatable deals on essential tools 

and equipment, this promotion is set to help mechanics and garage owners optimise their 

workspace and maximise efficiency as winter approaches. 

Over 350 Garage Must Haves 

Draper has specially selected over 300 musthaves 

for the workshop, with over 70 pages of 

deals and competitive offers on everything from 

power tools to socket sets. 

You can explore the comprehensive 76-page 

Workshop booklet online at drapertools.com or 

pick up a print copy at your local Draper stockist. 

Now’s the time to stock up on seasonal 

essentials such as heaters and additional lighting, 

or get a special deal on something you’ve had 

your eye on. 

Great deals and a chance to win big 

Whether it’s a handy inspection lamp to help 

you see as we head into the darker months, or a 

space-creating storage solution get to the garage 

in order, Draper’s latest Workshop promotion has 

it all. Speaking about the launch, Adam Pike, Head 

of Automotive Sales at Draper Tools commented: 

“The automotive sector continues to be a 

priority for us, and our new Workshop promotion 

is a huge part of that. We’re proud to support the 

hardworking mechanics and garages who keep 

the nation’s vehicles running smoothly. Together 

with the work we do to support apprentice 

mechanics and our partnership with Ben, the 

automotive charity, Workshop is part of our wider 

focus on helping garages to thrive. We’ve worked 

hard to refine our offering and concentrate on 

competitive pricing on the tools and equipment 

that really help keep a garage going. Whether 

you’re an apprentice starting out, or a successful 

garage owner, we’re confident that you’ll find the 

essentials you need to raise your game.” 

To celebrate the launch of workshop, Draper is 

also giving away £500 worth of automotive tools 

to one lucky winner, simply scan the QR code in 

the workshop booklet to enter. 

Everyday Essentials 

and Exciting New Lines 

Draper has even included brand new tools in 

the promotion, such as a feature-packed range 

of Lithium digital jump starters and VDE tools 

and equipment for working on hybrids and 

EVs. Other highlights include great prices on 

Draper’s popular storage collection, BUNKER, 

which features high quality roller tool cabinets 

and modular storage options, allowing for a 

completely customised set up. 

Mechanics and garage owners can also seize 

significant savings on quality equipment like 

air compressors, generators and trolley 

jacks. So no matter if you run a bustling 

tyre centre, a busy MOT garage, or a 

mobile recovery service, Draper’s latest 

Workshop promotion has many of the 

essentials you need to elevate your 

operation. 

Don’t Miss Out! 

Empower your garage and take advantage 

of these limited-time offers. Browse 

the full Workshop Promotion online at 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

Vredestein 

Quatrac Pro EV 

By Yves Pouliquen, 

Vice President, Commercial, Europe at Apollo Tyres 

As more drivers make the shift to electrified mobility, they increasingly 

seek tyres tailored to their vehicle’s unique characteristics. According 

to a consumer survey commissioned by Apollo Tyres, almost twothirds 

of electric vehicle (EV) drivers would favour an EV-specific 

product when they next need to replace their current tyres. 

In 2022, Apollo Tyres addressed this 

growing demand by introducing the 

Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV, the first 

all-season tyre to be specifically designed 

for battery-electric and hybrid vehicles. 

Building on the established, awardwinning 

Vredestein all-season tyre range, 

the Quatrac Pro EV offers enhanced 

handling and stability, significantly reduced 

rolling resistance, and provides a quiet, 

comfortable ride – features that are 

particularly important to EV owners. 

The Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV has 

quickly emerged as a popular option, 

using advanced tread compounds and 

innovative design to meet the demands of 

European drivers seeking optimal yearround 

performance and usability from 

their EVs. 

Solving new challenges 

With more motorists 

transitioning to electric mobility, 

carmakers and consumers are 

prioritising tyres engineered for 

the distinct dynamics of EVs. For 

example, EVs are typically heavier 

than their ICE counterparts, thanks 

to their larger on-board batteries. 

Apollo Tyres has given the Quatrac 

Pro EV a stiffer construction and 

asymmetric tread design to manage 

the greater weight of EVs, which is 

amplified during braking, acceleration 

and cornering. Despite featuring a higher 

load index than the standard Quatrac 

Pro, its weight-saving construction also 

enhances vehicle efficiency, offering low 

levels of rolling resistance. 

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EVs generate higher levels of torque than 

ICE vehicles, placing greater strain on the 

tyre. To address this, Apollo Tyres carried 

out an extensive R&D programme which 

helped deliver a 6% improvement in handling 

performance compared to its all-season 

siblings, making the Quatrac Pro EV ideal 

for managing elevated torque levels and 

maximising grip and traction. 

Utilising Apollo Tyres’ all-season expertise, 

the tyre also offers premium-grade 

performance in all-weather conditions and 

is certified for use on ice and snow via the 

‘Three Peak Mountain Snowflake’ certification. 

With no internal combustion engine to 

act as the primary source of ambient noise, 

drivers and passengers become more aware 

of road noise from the tyres. EV tyres, such 

as the Quatrac Pro EV, are engineered with 

specialised tread patterns to minimise noise 

and deliver a smoother, quieter ride. In 

addition to extensive real-world testing on 

various road surfaces, the Quatrac Pro EV was 

developed using computer simulations and 

AI-based acoustic modelling. This advanced 

approach resulted in a 1dB reduction in 

external noise compared to a vehicle fitted 

with the non-EV equivalent Vredestein allseason 

tyre. This improvement was achieved 

through optimising the sequence of tread 

block ‘pitches’ to create a less intrusive noise 

signature at different speeds. 

Motorist’s perception of EV tyres 

As part of the survey conducted in the UK, 

Apollo Tyres revealed growing awareness 

among drivers about the importance of 

choosing the right tyres for their vehicles. Of 

1,000 motorists surveyed, 64% of EV drivers 

said they would opt for EV-specific tyres when 

replacing their current ones, while only 1% 

were unlikely to do so. Younger drivers (25-34) 

showed the strongest preference, with 84% 

likely to choose EV-specific tyres, compared 

to just 36% of those aged 45-54. Notably, 

44% of motorists said they would pay more for 

tyres designed specifically for EVs, reflecting 

a deeper understanding of their unique 

requirements. 

The survey also highlighted gaps in 

consumer knowledge. Only 6% of respondents 

could correctly identify a tyre’s load rating, 

a critical factor for EVs due to their heavier 

weight. Just 14% of motorists knew EV tyres 

often require higher inflation pressures, with 

awareness peaking at 52% among 18- to 

24-year-olds but just 6% among those aged 

55 to 64. Even among EV drivers, only 38% 

were aware. 

These findings underscore the importance 

of selecting the right tyres for optimal 

performance, efficiency, and safety. While EVspecific 

tyres enhance the driving experience, 

more education is needed to help consumers 

make informed choices. 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

Delphi Academy 

launches new 

Tesla servicing and 

maintenance course 

The first-ever ‘Tesla Service and Maintenance’ course has been successfully held at Delphi’s recently 

expanded training centre in Warwick. Using the latest manufacturers data and training methods, the first 

of the groundbreaking new training sessions took place on September 20th. 

With Tesla accounting for one in 

five electric vehicles (EVs) on UK 

roads and many more expected 

to be delivered in the coming months 

and years, Delphi say workshops must be 

prepared to meet the growing demand. 

“There are 85,000 additional Teslas 

entering the aftermarket within the next 

two years,” said Luke Garratt, UK Technical 

Services Manager at Delphi. “As these cars 

begin to arrive in independent garages, 

it’s crucial for technicians to understand 

the unique Tesla service and maintenance 

needs. 

“We’ve developed this new course 

to provide the practical knowledge 

and hands-on experience necessary to 

confidently work on Teslas.” 

Participants will engage in hands-on, 

practical tasks that teach essential Tesla 

service techniques, helping them stay 

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competitive in the growing EV market. The 

course covers operating Tesla’s service 

mode, accessing service documents, 

performing air conditioning and battery 

services, brake work, tyre repair and 

replacement, and Tesla-specific wheel 

alignment and advanced driver assistance 

system (ADAS) calibration. 

“As both an OE and aftermarket 

manufacturer, we are increasing our 

efforts to support workshops,” said Luke. 

“Our trainers are seasoned technicians 

with hands-on workshop experience, 

ensuring our courses reflect real-world 

situations, practical scenarios, and 

diagnostic techniques.” 

A half-a-million-pound investment 

over the summer has seen the Warwickbased 

Delphi Academy double in size 

by extending into a neighbouring unit, 

bringing the total floor space to 1,430 

square meters. Addressing industry needs, 

the extension features brand new stateof-the-art 

training amenities dedicated to 

hybrid and electric vehicle education. 

It comes as part of Delphi’s ongoing 

mission to support workshops with the 

knowledge, diagnostic tools, parts and 

technical support needed to efficiently 

work on today’s increasingly complicated 

car parc. 

The next ‘Tesla Service and 

Maintenance’ course takes place on 

November 10that Delphi Academy in 

Warwick. 

For more information email training.uk@ 

PHINIA.com. A complete list of in-person 

Delphi Academy technical training can be 

found here: https://www.delphiautoparts. 

com/en-gb/workshop-solutions/delphiacademy/face-to-face-training-courses/ 

technical-training 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

MOTUL’S 

8100 RANGE 

Variety, durability and performance MOTUL NGEN – breakthrough 

technology for sustainability with no loss of performance 

Synthetic oils were once the preserve 

only of the highest performing 

engines on track, but nowadays 

they have become a standard part of our 

motoring mix and for Motul, it is the 8100 

range that tops its everyday motor oil 

ranges. Fully synthetic in all of its variants, 

Motul compares its 8100 range to a Swiss 

Army Knife - combining, as it does, many 

different recent type approvals for engines 

from a host of different OEMs. 

The 8100 range has been devised so 

that dealers, factors and workshops are 

able to cover a wide spectrum of cars with 

a minimum number of references. Motul’s 

8100 range encompasses most modern 

engines, whether petrol or diesel fuelled, 

normally aspirated or turbo/supercharged 

- and with full OEM approval. 

What gives the 8100 range a unique 

edge is that it been chosen as the 

mandated engine oil of a top-line British 

motor racing championship - the ROKiT F4 

British Championship certified by FIA since 

2022. 

This Road-to-Track lubricant, 8100 

x-power, became the launching point 

for the 8100 Power series. 8100 Power 

is aimed at top-end performance and 

tuned engines. It is equally at home on 

the racetrack as it is on the road. It offers 

a cost-effective solution to those who 

want a really high-quality ester-based, 

fully synthetic lubricant, that is able to 

cope comfortably with all types of engine 

demands, offering exceptional engine 

response and LSPI Protection. It offers 

this practical ultra-high performance 

solution without having to move into the 

territory of Motul 300V, which is aimed 

fairly and squarely at the realms of track 

applications. 

In 2023 Motul launched its latest 

breakthrough range – NGEN – which 

it firmly believes is the formula for the 

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lubricant for the future. Motul looked at 

the market wholistically and at the issues 

and trends in the industry. It observed that 

OEMs across the board have prioritised 

preservation of the environment and 

Community Social Responsibility, and 

are heavily communicating their desire 

and determination to improve their 

environmental impact. 

Given the large numbers of Internal 

Combustion Engined vehicles that will 

be on our roads for many years to come, 

Motul decided to pioneer a sustainable 

oil range in every key aspect, but, vitally, 

it has developed lubricants that do not 

sacrifice performance in any respect to 

achieve this sustainability. In fact, it is 

quite the opposite, as NGEN oils actually 

feature enhanced aspects of performance 

over their traditional counterparts. 

NGEN’s green credentials extend to 

packaging, which both employs recycled 

plastics and is 100% recyclable. 

Motul NGEN offers the opportunity 

for the individual to make a positive 

difference in sustainability when it 

comes to lubricating their vehicle, sure 

in the knowledge that this new range of 

lubricants will give them everything they 

need in terms of performance. 

The range launched with two 

motorcycle oils, NGEN 5 & 7 (which are 

designed to be used as an alternative to 

its very popular 5100 and 7100 series oils) 

and NGEN Hybrid, which is specifically 

designed for vehicles that use Hybrid 

technology. This year, it moves into the 

wider car market with the impending 

launch of NGEN 4 and 6. 

All Motul NGEN products use either 

high-quality regenerated raw materials 

in their formulation, i.e. oils that have 

already been used and recycled in a 

complex process, or oils from renewable 

biological sources. This not only reduces 

production-related CO2 emissions, 

but also saves fossil raw materials and 

enables more sustainable production. The 

packaging also uses recycled materials 

and is 100% recyclable, 

The new oils are compatible with a huge 

variety of vehicles. In more specific terms, 

NGEN 6 is a dedicated fuel economy 

formula, designed for recent vehicles 

powered by petrol and hybrid engines, 

suitable for applications requesting the 

latest API SP standard – although it is also 

backwards compatible to cover all API 

specifications for the last 25+ years - and 

ILSAC GF-6A. 

NGEN 4 is a dedicated formula, 

specifically designed for mid-aged 

vehicles powered by all fuel types. The 

formulation complies with ACEA A3/B4, 

API SP – again with retro-compatibility - 

and multiple OEM approvals. 

More NGEN variants will appear over the 

next couple of years, including an ultrahigh 

performance version and Heavy Duty 

version for Trucks and other HGVs. 

For more details on Motul’s 8100 range 

visit: www.motul.com 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

New Castrol ON EV Transmission 

Fluids for wet e-motors extend 

driveline life and improve 

efficiency 

Castrol has launched two new high-performance 

fully synthetic fluids* designed for EVs that feature 

transmissions with wet e-motors. Castrol ON EV 

Transmission Fluid W2 and W5 are demonstrated 

in bespoke testing and development to go further, 

charge faster and last longer*. 

The low-viscosity formulations of Castrol ON Transmission 

EV Fluid W2 and W5 have been specifically developed to 

deliver low electrical conductivity and enhanced system 

protection, helping the e-motor run at cooler temperatures and 

at optimal efficiency. Both products have been designed and 

extensively tested to handle the high torque outputs that EV 

motors can generate even from low speeds. 

Castrol ON EV Transmission Fluid W2 has been developed for 

MG Motor, and is compatible with the MG HS Plug-in Hybrid and 

MG ZS EV. 

Castrol ON EV Transmission Fluid W5 has been developed for 

BYD and can be used for the wet e-motors found in the Seal 

saloon, as well as the upcoming Seal U DM-I Plug-in Hybrid SUV. 

The W5 formulation is also compatible with BYD models that 

feature a dry e-motor, including the Atto 3 and Dolphin. 

Paul Beasley, Expert Technologist – Driveline and EV 

Aftermarket Product Development at Castrol, said: “The 

introduction of these new fluids is the culmination of detailed 

research and cooperative efforts with MG, BYD, and our 

suppliers. The ability to be compatible with the wide array of 

materials and electrical components present in the motor, which 

contrasts with conventional transmission fluids that may provoke 

corrosion and damage, is critical. These two new Castrol ON 

Transmission Fluids harness cutting-edge technology to excel 

within the transmission while also delivering protection for the 

motor.” 

The launch of the two new wet EV transmission fluids follows 

the introduction of Castrol ON EV Transmission Fluids D1 and 

D2 in 2022, the company’s first dedicated products for EVs in 

aftersales. These fully synthetic fluids are suitable for many EVs 

that operate powertrains with dry e-motors, offering high levels 

of gear and bearing protection. 

Castrol ON EV Transmission Fluid D1 is compatible with the dry 

e-motors found in a range of Hyundai and Kia models, including 

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Castrol continues to work closely with car manufacturers to 

develop the latest EV fluid technologies. Three out of four of 

the world’s major vehicle manufacturers now use Castrol ON EV 

Fluids for factory fill***. 

Available in five-litre packs, Castrol ON Wet Transmission EV 

Fluid W2 and W5 will be available to workshops from August. 

To learn more about the Castrol ON EV fluid product portfolio, 

please visit: www.castrol.co.uk/EVFLUIDS 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

Glyn Hopkin state of the art Chelmsford Training 

Centre receives IMI Approved Centre status 

Dealer group demonstrates 

commitment to EV and ADAS skills 

with ‘gold standard’ in automotive 

training. 

The Institute of the Motor Industry 

(IMI) has awarded Glyn Hopkin 

Chelmsford Training Centre IMI 

Approved Centre status. Michelle Barrett, 

IMI Business Development Manager, 

handed over the Approved Centre 

certificate and plaque to Salvatore 

Paci, Head of Technical Training and 

Development, Glyn Hopkin at the Training 

Centre last month. 

The new state of the art Training Centre, 

which delivers practical and theoretical 

learning, opened earlier this year, and 

demonstrates the dealer group’s focus on 

the fast-changing advances in automotive 

technology. Now, with IMI Approved 

Centre status, the new dedicated Training 

Centre will ensure all relevant Glyn 

Hopkin staff, as well as other industry 

technicians, achieve the ‘gold standard’ 

in qualifications to work on electrified 

vehicles and those with Advanced Driver 

Assistance Systems (ADAS), as well as 

handling F-Gas, as demand continues to 

grow in these areas. 

With over 150 technicians and 35 sites 

across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, 

Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and 

Bedfordshire, Glyn Hopkin is one of 

the UK’s largest and most successful 

dealership networks, supporting multiple 

manufacturer brands including MG, 

Nissan, Renault, Suzuki and Kia. Having 

recently gone into employee-ownership, 

it has a strong commitment to Continuous 

Professional Development (CPD), with 

the Chelmsford Training Centre delivering 

Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 qualifications. Glyn 

Hopkin’s dedication to standards of 

excellence for its technicians led it to 

becoming an IMI Approved Centre. 

Paul Sozzi of Glyn Hopkin commented: 

“As a Group we are committed to staying 

ahead of rapidly-changing automotive 

technology, training our colleagues 

to work safely on the latest and most 

advanced vehicles. Whether a customer 

has an electric, hybrid or hydrogenpowered 

vehicle, or a petrol or diesel 

model with ADAS on board, we want them 

to know we can safely provide the highest 

standard of repair and maintenance. 

We are, therefore, delighted to have 

achieved IMI Approved Centre status, 

recognising the high quality of teaching 

and professional development we provide 

to our employees from our Chelmsford 

Training Centre. 

“Gaining IMI Approved Centre 

status also sets us apart in the highly 

competitive recruitment marketplace. 

It demonstrates to existing and future 

employees our commitment to on-going 

career development.” 

“As a forward-looking dealer group, 

Glyn Hopkin must be congratulated 

for planning ahead to fill the skills 

gap with highly trained EV and ADASqualified 

technicians,” commented 

Kevin Finn, Executive Chair at the IMI. 

“The IMI courses run at the Glyn Hopkin 

Chelmsford Training Centre are delivered 

to the highest standard, with a clear focus 

on upskilling and future-proofing the 

workforce.” 

Centres that want to achieve IMI 

Approved Centre status must meet set IMI 

criteria including delivering an outstanding 

quality of accreditation provision, as well 

as demonstrating a clear commitment to 

upskilling their technicians. 

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EVHYBRID&ADAS 

BRING THE CHARGER TO THE CAR 

GYS SUPERPRO EV Charger 

The Electric Vehicle (EV) market is booming, with over 1.2 million fully electric cars on UK 

roads. This represents nearly 4% of the total cars, and the number is growing rapidly. 

Garages are increasingly 

encountering EVs, raising a crucial 

question: How will you charge 

them? Installing a fixed charging solution 

can be expensive and limiting, but 

GYS, the leader in professional battery 

charging, offers a practical alternative: 

the SUPERPRO EV CHARGER. It eliminates 

the need for a costly installation while 

delivering excellent performance and 

practicality. 

Why does a garage need 

a mobile charger? 

As more EVs hit the road, garages must 

be equipped to service them efficiently. 

Charging is no longer just a convenience; 

it’s essential to ensure that vehicles can 

be tested and returned to customers fully 

charged. Traditional fixed chargers can be 

costly and may not always be accessible 

in every corner of the workshop. A mobile 

charger, like the SUPERPRO EV CHARGER, 

offers flexibility and performance. Allowing 

you to move the charger to the car, not 

the car to the charger. 

Fast charging, anywhere 

there’s a socket 

The SUPERPRO EV CHARGER, developed 

and made in France by GYS, is adaptable, 

offering fast charging from both singlephase 

and three-phase sockets. It’s 

designed to switch between power 

supplies, charging vehicles as quickly as 

possible based on the available socket. 

Supplied with easily interchangeable 

cables, it can charge using sockets ranging 

from 230V single-phase to 400V threephase 

connections. This means that 

whether you have access to a basic 13A 

socket or a high-powered 32A socket, this 

charger ensures fast, efficient EV charging. 

The charger also allows users to select 

the appropriate amperage for their 

electrical setup and the specific vehicle’s 

battery, ranging from 6A to 32A. 

Perfect for busy garages 

For a garage, time is money. The 

SUPERPRO EV CHARGER offers a timesaving 

advantage. Charging a vehicle 

from a 32A socket means much quicker 

turnaround times compared to lowerpowered 

alternatives, charging at a 

rate up to 77 miles per hour. Its digital 

interface allows for quick setup, and its 

compact size means it doesn’t take up 

valuable space. For workshops that prefer 

a more permanent setup, the charger can 

also be mounted on the wall, giving you 

the best of both worlds—a mobile solution 

when needed and a fixed station when 

desired. 

The SUPERPRO EV CHARGER is built for 

daily use in garage environments. Its IP65 

rating ensures resistance to both dust 

and rain, making it suitable even in tough 

conditions. It complies with strict EV 

charging standards, ensuring both safety 

and reliability. 

The SUPERPRO EV CHARGER is a 

versatile, professional-grade EV charging 

solution that removes the need for a 

costly fixed installation and adds instant 

fl e xibili t y. 

For more information, contact GYS on: 

GYS Ltd - 01926 338 609 

Email: uk@gys.fr 

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NEWS 

Construction industry 

aftermarket sales platform 

set for rapid expansion 

in 2025 

partsformachines.com 

Q4 2024 is proving to be the most 

noteworthy since its launch, for 

Aftermarket parts and equipment sales 

platform, Partsformachines.com 

Embracing AI 

PartsForMachines is very proud to have launched the latest 

evolution of the sales platform. The third generation of its 

website brings AI into the customer journey for those looking to 

buy parts for construction equipment. 

“AI is going to provide the next leap forward for so many 

industries and we have been looking at how we can make use of 

it with Parts for Machines,” explains company Co-founder and 

CEO, Abhishek Tanwar. “For us it means a major breakthrough in 

terms of how our customers can search for and buy parts. The 

customer journey has always been at the heart of everything 

PartsForMachines stands for and AI will significantly enhance 

buying parts with us, making it a much simpler and intuitive 

process.” 

Rapid Growth of Supplier-Partner base continues 

The arrival of AI on the PartsForMachines platform comes at 

a very appropriate time, because the scope and range of the 

platform is increasing rapidly. The number of Supplier Partner 

Brands has passed the fifty mark and looks set to double again 

before the end of 2024. 

“When we first started out it was hard work to convince wellknown 

and respected brands to become supplier partners, and 

it was tough reaching our launch target of half a dozen trusted 

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industry brands,” notes 

Abhishek Tanwar. “The last 

three years have shown our 

supplier-partners the worth 

of being part of the venture. 

Now, as networking at expos 

and industry events has 

allowed us to demonstrate, 

we are a proven route to 

market, and people can see 

this, so it isn’t a hard sell any 

more. I’d like to welcome our 

latest group of partner brands 

on board.” 

Amongst them are some 

key brands in their various 

areas of the construction 

and agricultural markets 

- companies such as UTV, 

DyMac, Air-Seal, LAP 

electrical, Town & Country, 

TEK Seating to name but a few 

Gearing Up for European Expansion 

PartsForMachines is set for another record-breaking month. On 

the strength of steadily increasing UK business, PartsForMachines 

is proud to announce that it will launch in France, Germany, Italy, 

and Spain as well as the previously announced entry into the Irish 

market. Here again, AI will help in making the platform’s transition 

into Europe a smooth one. 

Although based in the UK, the technical hub of 

PartsForMachines is in Jaipur in India. There the company has 

opened a bright new office, which are conveniently located by 

Jaipur Airport, which has become necessary as the company is 

continuing to expand its workforce. 

“Coming into the business full time has allowed me to see the 

areas where PartsForMachines will benefit from the input of extra 

resource and to make that happen,” continues Abhishek Tanwar. 

“And, with the recent additional funding we secured for our 

expansion, the coming year should be the most exciting yet for 

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GSF Car Parts Increases 

Presence in the Capital with 

New Branch in Barking 

GSF CAR PARTS, has announced the 

opening of the penultimate new branch 

of the calendar year in GSF Barking, a 

further expansion in the capital to extend 

the reach of the leading motor factors 

capabilities in Greater London. The new 

branch brings the total number of GSF 

locations ever closer to 200 with their 

193rd Branch and 14th new branch of the 

year. 

The Barking branch boasts 5340 square 

feet of space and a fleet of four vans and 

four bikes, opening up the eastern side of 

London and cutting delivery times north 

of the river. Customers in east London will 

be able to benefit from greater availability 

and delivery times of under half an hour. 

The branch is fully operational and has 

created employment for 9 full-time 

members of staff. 

Barking Branch Manager Harry 

Ambalal Patel said: “We have a fantastic 

community of garages here, so the 

Barking branch is well located to service 

them efficiently. We’ll be running regular 

deliveries, as our patch is quite large, so 

we can ensure our customers will have no 

trouble getting the parts they need in a 

timely manner.” 

The car parts distributor now employs 

over 3,000 team members across the 

network. The opening of GSF Barking 

follows last month’s launch of new 

branches in Ruislip and Stockton, as well 

as the significant investment in a new 

500,000 sq ft National Distribution Centre 

in Wolverhampton. 

Steve Horne, CEO of GSF Car Parts 

commented on the latest addition: 

“We’re delighted to introduce GSF 

Barking to the network as part of our 

continuing growth strategy. Our expansion 

in the Capital allows us to serve our 

customers much faster and more 

efficiently as we strategically expand to 

ensure our customers are able to receive 

the best service. GSF Barking offers a 

great location to service our east London 

customers better than ever before and a 

testament to our continued commitment 

to serving the wider automotive industry.” 

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A motor factor has enjoyed “remarkable growth 

and success” since partnering with Autowave, 

a leading provider of car keys and programming 

equipment. 

The Motor Shop, a single-site branch based in Langley Mill, 

has only been a member of the CAAR group for a couple of 

years. Despite this short duration, it has made great strides 

in selling spare key services to both walk-in customers and the 

trade. 

Initially hesitant due to previous experiences in the sector, 

Lee Hall was both impressed and reassured by Autowave’s Ravi 

Kotecha. Ravi guided the business director through the entire 

process, explaining different set-ups and pathways to building 

healthy revenue streams and profit margins, such as selling 

remote keys, programming, cutting, and cloning. 

The Motor Shop purchased a comprehensive package 

that included: 

l Xhorse Dolphin XP005L Automatic Key Cutting Machine 

l OBDStar Key Master 5 

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l XTool KC501 MCU programmer and pre-coding device 

This initial and diverse investment allowed The Motor Shop to offer 

various types of services. Lee expressed gratitude to Ravi and Lee 

Kilarski, Autowave’s technical director, for their support: “Ravi was 

great; he was experienced, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. He 

made it easy for us to get set up, share what the start-up costs 

would be, explain the various keyless systems, and when we could 

expect to turn a profit from just a few thousand pounds. 

“Lee, meanwhile, assisted us with training; he guided us through 

the technical process. If we have any questions, we know he’s at 

the other end of the phone. From a customer service and aftersales 

perspective, the team is very supportive.” 

Several months after the initial outlay, The Motor Shop’s Lee 

excitedly revealed that the collaboration with Autowave has led to 

“fantastic profit,” making back the investment within just a couple 

of months and has even expanded the array of services offered. 

Autowave’s Ravi Kotecha 

Motor factors urged to follow in The Motor Shop’s 

footsteps 

Understandably, Ravi said he was “delighted” that The Motor 

Shop and Lee, in particular, have embraced Autowave and reaped 

the benefits from selling spare key services to customers. 

He continued: “It is rewarding to learn of The Motor Shop’s 

swift return on its investment and the healthy growth it has 

yielded. We are committed to supporting all of our partners in 

the same way, helping them unlock new revenue streams and 

achieve their business goals, and encourage other motor factors 

to come forward to meet demand and prosper.” 

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key programming devices, key-cutting machines and blades 

on F:Drive. Same-day delivery is available on more than 400 

bestselling lines. Overall, there are 1,500 product lines accessible 

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for automotive businesses, has officially launched. Built in 

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GT, Workauto offers a powerful set of tools that help automotive 

businesses streamline operations, increase efficiency, and enhance 

customer experience. 

Torque GT, a specialist in Japanese performance cars, successfully 

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significant improvements in day-to-day operations. The platform 

allows businesses to eliminate manual processes, reduce errors, and 

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“Partnering with Torque GT was key in developing a platform 

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Easy2Recruit CEO in Aftermarket 

Event panel discussion 

Easy2Recruit founder and CEO Ambi Singh will be sharing his wisdom as part of the panel discussion 

programme at the Aftermarket Event on Thursday 3rd October, where he will be taking part in the ‘Healthy 

Retention in the Aftermarket’ debate. 

The all-new show is taking place 

2nd-3rd October at Farnborough 

International, with the speaker 

programme running in the Top Garage 

Theatre across the two days. 

“I’m delighted to be taking part in the 

inaugural Aftermarket Event,” said Ambi, 

“where I will be able to offer my views and 

experiences on the importance of staff 

retention as part of an overall business 

strategy.” Joining Ambi in the debate will be 

a number of industry luminaries, including 

AAK Autos CEO Antony Jhally and Ben’s 

Head of Outreach Ellen Plumer, with HR 

Vitals’ Director Jennifer Webb chairing the 

session. 

Ambi’s wide experience in the sector will 

inform his participation in the debate. As 

well as running Easy2Recruit, the agency 

helping garages to hire overseas talent, 

he also owns and operates Coventry’s 

Binley Woods Service Centre: “As a garage 

owner I know the obstacles and challenges 

that garages face when it comes to staff 

recruitment and retention. This is what 

inspired the formation of Easy2Recruit, and 

why so many garages are coming to us to 

help fill vacant roles.” 

Easy2Recruit launched in June 2023 and 

helps garages to recruit technicians from 

the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and India. 

The company manages the whole process 

for the garage and provides all the pastoral 

care for the overseas technician, from the 

visa application to booking the flight to 

arranging accommodation. 

Alongside the core offering, Easy2Recruit 

has also launched Student2Skill, which pairs 

international students studying in the UK 

with garages looking for part-time workers. 

The international graduate placement 

programme recently saw its first candidate 

start work. 

Easy2Recruit is also the authorised 

recruitment supplier for the National Body 

Repair Association (NBRA). 

“The independent garage sector has 

been dealing with the growing skills crisis 

for many years,” said Ambi, “and this panel 

discussion provides an opportunity to 

look at how improving retention can help 

businesses grow and enable them to plan for 

tomorrow.” 

Visitors will be able to listen to Ambi in 

the ‘Healthy Retention in the Aftermarket’ 

discussion from 10:00-10:45 on Thursday 

3rd October. 

For more information, visit: https://www. 

aftermarketevent.uk/whats-on/topgarage#/seminars/healthy-retention-inthe-aftermarket 

To find out more about Easy2Recruit’s 

staffing solutions, including the Student2Skill 

initiative and its graduate programme, 

garages should visit: www.easy2recruit.co.uk 

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Easy2Recruit kicks off 

Student2Skill graduate programme 

Easy2Recruit’s all-new Student2Skill international graduate placement programme has seen its first candidate 

trained up, and the company says the scheme could be a game-changer for the staff-starved garage sector. 

Easy2Recruit, the agency already helping 

garages hire overseas talent, set up 

Student2Skill to place international 

students in garages on a part-time basis 

earlier this year. This further initiative has 

been established so international students 

with the right skills who have completed 

their studies in the UK can be paired with 

garages where they work full-time for at 

least six months. 

“These graduates are not just 

academically strong,” said Easy2Recruit 

founder Ambi Singh, “they also have a solid 

foundation in mechanical engineering, and 

are eager to dive into hands-on technical 

work.” For this reason, the programme 

focuses on graduates holding a Bachelor of 

Engineering (BEng) qualification 

There is a major potential labour pool 

in the overseas student population, which 

continues to grow. Numbers rose from 

442,000 in 2014/15 to 680,000 in 

2022/23, according to figures from 

Studying-in-UK.org. 

Ambi also owns and operates the Binley 

Woods Service Centre group based in 

Coventry, where the company put the 

candidate through two months of intensive 

training. He has now completed this and 

will follow-up with MOT tester training. 

“This is proof that this scheme works,” said 

Ambi. “It could be a fantastic opportunity 

for many garages in the industry to partner 

with us, which will benefit the whole of the 

automotive aftermarket.” 

International students are an untapped 

staffing goldmine for many reasons. “These 

graduates already have the right to work in 

the UK,” said Ambi, “so sponsorship should 

not be a concern.” Training is central to the 

programme: “To ensure they hit the ground 

running; we are putting candidates through 

NVQ3 certification. By the time they join a 

garage as junior technicians, they are fully 

certified, skilled, and ready to contribute.” 

Candidates work for a garage for six 

months for a probationary period at 

minimum wage. “This gives garages the 

chance to see how well they fit into the 

team,” said Ambi. “If it is a good fit, 

sponsorship for a five-year visa is already 

built into the plan, with Easy2Recruit 

handling all the details.” 

With garage staff shortages set to be 

a concern for many years to come, the 

scheme means the sector has access to 

people with the right skills: “This is the way 

to supercharge the growth of grassroots 

apprentices and save the automotive 

world,” said Ambi. 

Ambi Singh will be speaking about 

the Student2Skill international graduate 

placement programme at the Aftermarket 

Event show on 2nd-3rd October. Garages 

can also find out more from Easy2Recruit 

when they exhibit at Mechanex Sandown 

Park, being held 12th-13th November. 

Garages wanting to find out more about 

Easy2Recruit’s innovative staffing solutions, 

including Student2Skill international 

graduate placement programme, should 

visit: www.easy2recruit.co.uk 

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