Packed AGM sees new-look IAAF council formed
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has held one of its largest ever Annual General Meetings (AGMs) this week, which saw the formulation of a new look IAAF council for 2020-21.
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£21 million grants for green transport initiatives
Councils across the country have won nearly £21 million of funding from the government to promote green forms of transport, it was announced recently. The funding is being given out for 23 sustainable travel initiatives across England that boost local economies by supporting people’s ambitions – offering cheap, clean and healthy travel options to access […]
Blaby District Council switches to Michelin following X Works test set longevity
Blaby District Council in Leicestershire has switched to a Michelin tyre policy across its commercial vehicle fleet following a year-long trial on a set of Michelin X Works tyres. Most of the council’s fleet, which includes a mix of 18 Mercedes-Benz and Dennis refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), a 12.5 tonne road sweeper, two 5.2 tonne Iveco Dailys and a single 7.5 tonne DAF 45, plus 30 light commercial vehicles, now runs on Michelin products. All tyre servicing will be carried out by local dealership Lodge Tyres’ Leicester branch. The council is also specifying the tyres as original equipment.
Euro Car Parts CEO Martin Gray joins IAAF council
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has announced that Euro Car Parts chief executive officer, Martin Gray has become an active member of the IAAF council. Gray has been sales & operations director for Heritage Hotel Group and MD in the Caudwell Group (including Phones4U) for seven years, driving the business from 2,000 to 15,000 employees.
ATS Euromaster implores council to reconsider Altrincham closure decision
A council decision that will force the closure of ATS Euromaster’s Altrincham branch has been described as “madness” by the fast fit network’s group estates manager. The company hopes to convince Trafford Council to either allow the outlet to co-exist alongside the new £70 million development in Oakfield Road, or otherwise invite ATS Euromaster to be a part of the project.
