The MOT has faced a number of challenges, but is this now a stable period for the annual test?The post Matters of Testing appeared first on Auto Repair Focus.

The Tune Up Episode 12 – Year Ahead

Jan 17th, 2019 25m 35s

Phil Curry muses on the last twelve months, and what 2019 might hold for the automotive aftermarket, key challenges and how garages may deal with them and profit.The post The Tune Up Episode 12 – Year Ahead appeared first on Auto Repair Focus.

Episode 11 – What is WLTP?

Aug 31st, 2018 21m 59s

Phil Curry discusses the latest emissions test regime which will eventually impact the aftermarket. What is WLTP, how does it differ from former emissions testing and what will the outcome be? Plus all the latest news from around the industry…

Episode 10 – Towards the future

Jul 13th, 2018 27m 50s

Phil Curry looks at the Road to Zero strategy and discovers that it means more for garages than just learning new technologies. Plus a look back at the events of Automechanika Birmingham, and a rant about the damage done by misleading press rel

Episode 8 – Cars on Review

May 25th, 2018 27m 39s

Phil and Lee join up for the first time and leave the comfort of the studio for a ‘top secret’ test track – bringing you short reviews of a number of new vehicles. Plus all the latest news from around the aftermarket…The post Episode 8 – Cars

Episode 7 – Adding extras

May 11th, 2018 31m 59s

Phil and Lee talk about how garages can make money from selling extra services. From washing cars to installing audio, there is profit to be made from expertise, and also potential gains through customer service. Lee also reminisces about the t

Episode 6 – Show and tell

Apr 26th, 2018 34m 49s

Phil Curry and Lee Johnson are joined by Automechanika Birmingham marketing manager Chloe Hyland to discuss trade shows and why garages should attend. From regional to national, these events allow more than just walking around stands looking at

Episode 5 – Levels of Autonomy

Apr 6th, 2018 43m 5s

Driverless cars are coming, but are they really headed for our roads sooner rather than later? Phil and Lee explore the current trends, including safety aspects of autonomous vehicles and the affect of the ever growing presence of the technolog

Episode 4 – Getting used

Mar 19th, 2018 28m 59s

The used car market suffered a little in 2017, but not as much as new car sales. Over eight million vehicles changed hands, meaning demand for cars is still strong. This means garages can expect more work, especially from the diesel sector. Phi

Episode 3 – Matters of Testing

Mar 2nd, 2018 33m 34s

While the ‘Beast from the East’ hasn’t stopped us recording, a cold certainly did a fortnight ago! The entire team has suffered and it is impossible to record without a voice. But we are back! This episode focuses on the MOT, changes that are c

Episode 2 – Train to gain

Feb 1st, 2018 36m 56s

For independent garages, training is a vital tool in future proofing your business. But what is the best method, that will benefit both business, and technician? Phil Curry and Lee Johnson discuss the options in Episode 2 of The Tune Up…The po

Episode 1 – The D Word

Jan 18th, 2018 26m 59s

Managing Editor Phil Curry, and Advertising Manager Lee Johnson, discuss the state of the UK diesel market, whether the government is doing the right thing by penalising diesel drivers and how this could lead to opportunities for independent ga

The Tune Up – Teaser

Jan 11th, 2018 25s

What can you expect from our new podcast, The Tune Up? Listen in to our 30-second promo teaser, and subscribe to the Insight Newsletter here to receive a link in your inbox every fortnight!The post The Tune Up – Teaser appeared first on Auto R

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