Client News Archives - Autotech Communications

HELLA announces first-time Top Awards sponsorship to champion future talent and raise funds for Ben

Mike Ruff13 May 202613 May 2026

13 May 202613 May 2026

As the entry deadline for the Top Awards draws closer, HELLA UK has confirmed its first-ever sponsorship of the live event, funding the catering to...

Valeo delivers 90% transmission coverage for Asian vehicles

Mike Ruff13 May 202613 May 2026

13 May 202613 May 2026

Valeo Service UK is helping workshops and distributors meet growing demand for Asian vehicle parts by offering a robust transmission portfolio covering up to 90%...

‘Garage Oscars’ deadline extended as Top Awards calls on UK Garage and Bodyshop visitors to enter

Mike Ruff12 May 2026

12 May 2026

Organisers of the Top Awards have officially extended the entry deadline for the 2026 competition cycle to June 12, allowing the industry one final chance...

Generic websites under fire as garages demand real returns from digital spend

Mike Ruff11 May 2026

11 May 2026

Independent garage owners across the UK and Ireland are increasingly moving away from generic web agencies in favour of specialist automotive digital partners, as frustration...

New HELLA lamp combines work light and warning functions in one unit

Mike Ruff8 May 2026

8 May 2026

HELLA is set to streamline lighting for commercial and agricultural vehicles with the launch of its new SPF2200. Developed for close-range illumination, the 3-in-1 LED...

The Blend returns to Snowdon to complete postponed charity hike

Mike Ruff8 May 2026

8 May 2026

Members of The Blend community have once again demonstrated their resilience and solidarity, successfully completing the postponed Blend Charity Hike to Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), raising...

‘They get us the work we want’: Inside Lea Motors’ digital strategy to filter out low-value jobs

Mike Ruff6 May 2026

6 May 2026

Independent garages across the UK know the challenge of standing out online. For Hertfordshire-based Lea Motors, a busy eight-staff garage with seven ramps, the solution...

Valeo appoints Bastian Mertens to lead Northern Europe strategy

Mike Ruff29 April 2026

29 April 2026

Valeo Service UK has announced the appointment of Bastian Mertens as Director of Marketing Aftermarket Northern Europe, signalling the next stage of the supplier’s development...

Garage Services Online upgrades RampUp with online payment functionality

Mike Ruff27 April 2026

27 April 2026

Garage Services Online (GSO) has announced a major upgrade to its award-winning RampUp booking widget, integrating global payment processor Stripe to allow independent garages to...

Valeo recognised for progress in gender diversity at 2026 automotive awards

Mike Ruff21 April 2026

21 April 2026

Valeo Service UK is celebrating the Group’s continued commitment to gender diversity after securing second place in the “Best Progress” category at the 2026 Gender...