IGA News
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Independent Garage Association Opens Dialogue with Keir Mather MP
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to Keir Mather MP, opening lines of communication and reinforcing the urgent issues facing independent garages as a result of the stagnant MOT fee. The IGA has a history of constructive engagement with government, including meetings held while Lilian Greenwood was in post, and is now seeking to […]
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The BIG Awards 2025: A Record-Breaking Night of Celebration for the Independent Garage Sector
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is proud to announce that the 2025 British Independent Garage of the Year Awards (BIG Awards) was the most spectacular event in its history. Held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday 12 September, the BIG Awards welcomed over 500 attendees, the largest audience to date, making it the biggest […]
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Independent Garage Association announces Autodata EV & Hybrid Support – powered by HEVRA
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is delighted to announce a landmark partnership between its specialist subsidiary, the Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Repair Alliance (HEVRA) and Solera Autodata. This groundbreaking collaboration will redefine how independent garages access the technical knowledge and expert guidance needed to service hybrid and electric vehicles. Launching this October, the new service combines […]
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Independent Garage Association urges Automotive Businesses to act now ahead of SERMI rollout
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is calling on businesses across the UK automotive sector to register early for the Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme, following last week’s announcement of its forthcoming launch. SERMI is set to transform the way security-related vehicle data is accessed, ensuring that a wide range of independent professionals, not […]
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Ben calls on automotive family to get ready and spread festive cheer through Christmas fundraising activities
Today, Ben is inviting its automotive family to get ready and spread festive cheer by signing up to Christmas Jumper Day and sending Ben Christmas cards, which raise vital funds in support of those struggling or in crisis. Ben is cranking up festivities this winter by inviting the whole automotive community to get involved in […]
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Historic victory for Independent Garages as IGA secures UK launch of SERMI
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) celebrates a landmark step towards accreditation, paving the way for industry-wide transformation. The IGA is proud to announce a watershed moment for the UK’s independent automotive sector. Following multiple days of extensive audits with the regulatory body, UKAS. The recommendation for approval has now been received for the launch of […]
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Independent Garage Association launches RMI Insurance Services
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is delighted to announce the launch of RMI Insurance Services, a new independent insurance broker owned by the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI). Created exclusively for the automotive sector, RMI Insurance Services gives businesses direct access to insurance designed around their needs, removing the reliance on third-party brokers whose priorities […]
