SERMI

As we draw closer to the launch of Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI), we are beginning to see manufacturers readying their systems for the launch with Mercedes, Kia and Hyundai adding SERMI gateways to the landing page on their technical portals. SERMI is an umbrella scheme which will be delivered by different organisations in […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to announce the opening of enrolment for the Security-related Repair Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme in the United Kingdom. All UK Independent Operators (IO’s) and Remote Service Suppliers (RSS) are invited to register for the scheme in anticipation of its full implementation on 1st October 2023. For years, the […]

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 […]

What is SERMI about, and why is it so important to the sector? For many years the IGA has been fighting to obtain access to manufacturers’ information, particularly manufacturers’ security technical information, to help our members to repair cars. As technology has advanced, access to security elements within a car has become more and more […]