Press Releases
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Press release: BIG Awards finalists announced
The eagerly awaited list of finalists for this year’s British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards has been revealed by the Independent Garage Association (IGA). There are 39 finalists across 16 awards categories, providing an opportunity for all aspects of the industry to achieve recognition of their efforts. Each finalist has earned their position by being a […]
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Press release: SERMI scheme off to strong start, says IGA
UK independent garages have responded enthusiastically to last week’s announcement that they will be able to access Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) using the same framework as their EU counterparts, thanks to agreements reached by the Independent Garage Association (IGA). The IGA reports that garages are getting in touch in large numbers to register […]
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Press release: IGA unlocks security information barriers for UK independent garages
The Independent Garage Association has safeguarded the future of the UK independent garage sector by working with key stakeholders – UK government, Vehicle Manufacturers and Aftermarket Associations – to ensure that appropriately audited garage operators and their authorised employees will have access to Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) to the same level enjoyed by […]
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IGA RESPONDS TO CONSULTATION ON DRAFT GUIDANCE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE BLOCK EXEMPTION ORDER
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has submitted a response on behalf of members to the latest round of consultation on the UK replacement for the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation (MVBER), which expires at the end of this month. Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive comments: “The MVBER is a hugely important piece of legislation, both […]
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IGA launches new EV practical fault-finding course
Responding to feedback from members, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has added a new EV Practical Fault-Finding course to its suite of high-quality, cost-effective skills training. The one-day course will focus on real-world faults that have been identified by IGA members as frequently affecting their customers’ vehicles. It will be delivered at various RMI training […]
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IGA RESPONDS TO 4-1-1 MOT CONSULTATION
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has responded to the Department for Transport’s (DfT) consultation proposing changes to the MOT frequency and other MOT enhancements. Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive comments: “As the voice of the independent garage sector, we are asking the government to very carefully consider any changes to the MOT introduction year. Based […]
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IGA comments on GSF acquisition
Following the recent announcement that LKQ Corporation has acquired the Canadian parent company of GSF Car Parts, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has been contacted by GSF to assure the IGA and its members that the business will be fully divested from LKQ in terms of aftermarket parts supply in the UK. Stuart James, IGA […]