Press Releases

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has secured a meeting with the Department for Transport (DfT) to discuss the MOT fee, marking a significant breakthrough in its campaign for a review of a charge that has remained unchanged for Class 4 vehicles since 2010.   The meeting follows sustained industry pressure over rising operating costs and […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) looks forward to working constructively with the new Government on four key priority areas for the independent garage sector. 1. Increasing the MOT fee – which has remained static for 16 years despite rising inflation and other cost pressures The MOT test is one of the cornerstones of the UK’s […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) continues to call on Government to urgently review the current MOT fee for class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles, which has now remained static for 16 years despite the significant increases in costs that independent garages have incurred during this time. The IGA has again written to senior officials at the Department […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is delighted to announce that the next British Independent Garage Awards will be held on Friday 18th June 2027 at the Coventry Building Society Arena. The renowned awards evening moves to a new venue for 2027, offering another unforgettable night of entertainment and recognition for the very best talent and […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is proud to champion the prestigious Automechanika 30 Under 30 (30u30) programme at this year’s UK Garage & Bodyshop Event, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the next generation of automotive professionals and strengthening the future of the sector. With the automotive aftermarket continuing to face well-documented challenges in attracting and […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) today confirms that the SERMI scheme is now officially live in the UK, marking a defining moment for the independent garage sector. After 17 years of sustained effort to secure fair access to essential vehicle data, today marks the point where that ambition becomes reality. From this moment, independent garages […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to confirm that Mercedes-Benz has officially committed to the SERMI scheme, taking the total number of participating vehicle manufacturers in the UK to 22. The addition of Mercedes-Benz marks a significant milestone for SERMI, bringing one of the world’s most recognised automotive brands into the scheme just weeks […]