Aftermarket Parts range is too good for the OEMs to compete with

IAAF CV Chairman Darren Miller has sent a strong aftermarket message clear to the truck fleet managers. The Society of Operational Engineers (formerly the Institute of Road Transport Engineers) asked the following question through their membership publication - How should fleet managers keep their costs down? Darren Miller head of marketing at Unipart Group company Truck & Trailer Components (TTC) and also chairman of the IAAF’s Commercial Vehicle section has decided that the IAAF needs to stand up and voice a reply. Miller commented, “I believe fleets increasingly focus on topics

IAAF (CV section) leads the way to help the Fleet Operators

Press Release (CV Diagnostics) There are a number of key pressures on today’s fleet operators including; to reduce costs - to increase vehicle utilisation - to meet the current Health & Safety requirements - to be mindful of the obligations within Corporate Manslaughter legislation. In today’s competitive market environment, the IAAF (CV section) recognises that it is vital that fleet operators minimise the time that their vehicles are off the road and not earning revenue. At the same time, responsible operators will also want to be confident that any replacement parts that they

A remanufactured Renaissance for the 21st Century

The recently held ‘Reman Renaissance’ conference, held at the Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, gave remanufacturers an opportunity to discuss the issues affecting automotive remanufacturing companies. It was also a chance to define the all- important strategies for the remanufacturing sector’s future. An impressive line up of speakers, some from the remanufacturing industry, but others from industry analysts and academia, all saw positive benefits, for the industry, consumers and the environment, from the activities of remanufacturing companies.  However, as emphasised by Dr. Winifred

IAAF welcomes Government decision to retain MoT testing frequency

MoT Review omission in latest government plans annoys the IAAF

New Vice-President for IAAF

IAAF MoT e-Petition accepted

IAAF MoT e-Petition accepted

EURO 5 amendments brings data freedom for independent sector

IAAF MEMBERS LEAP INTO ACTION ON MoT PROPOSALS

Government statement brings call for action IAAF Members are contacting their Members of Parliament in an effort to convince Ministers at the Department for Transport of the folly of their proposals to reduce the frequency of MoT testing for cars and light commercial vehicles. Over the last ten months or so the Federation has been in contact with ministers and civil servants at the Department for Transport (DfT) regarding the suggestion that a further review of the MoT testing frequency be made. Last weekend the Secretary of State, Philip Hammond, announced that the government would be

IAAF warns trade on MoT changes

Mobilising test stations vital MoT station owners are being urged to support the IAAF’s work in countering government threats to reduce the frequency of MoT tests. Since July 2010, when Earl Atlee let slip the government’s inclination to move from the present system of testing vehicles three years after registration and annually thereafter, to a fourth year initial test and every two years thereafter, the IAAF has been pressing ministers and officials in the Department for Transport to allow the industry to present its case to retain the current format. However, despite the adverse affect

New IAAF President

Leading independent factor accepts new role at Federation IAAF Council members, meeting yesterday at the Federation’s offices in Birmingham, were pleased to confirm the appointment of Nick Best, director of Car Parts & Accessories (CPA) based in Portslade, Sussex as the Federation’s President. Mr. Best has been a member of the Federation’s Council since 2007 and is a prominent member of the IFA. “I’m conscious of the challenges that face the independent sector of the motor trade at the present and it’s essential that the IAAF alerts its members to the issues and helps them tackle them.

IAAF ‘EXCELLENCE’ AWARDS ONE OF THE HIGHLIGHTS AT THE RECENT IAAF DINNER

At the first Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) 2010 Annual Conference and Dinner held at the Birmingham Hilton Metropole recently the Federation’s ‘Excellence’ Awards provided to be one of the highlights of the evening. After the conference was held on the 2nd December, IAAF Council Member David Russell welcomed everyone to the Dinner and took time to remind the audience that, as far as the independent aftermarket is concerned, the IAAF is the Voice of the industry. Despite the artic conditions the Dinner and Awards was well attended. Awards were announced by popular

IAAF ANNOUNCES BRIAN SPRATT AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE

Important information: Please use this press release as it supersedes the previous one that was sent on Thursday the 16th December.The Council of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) have confirmed Brian Spratt as IAAF Chief Executive, following an in-depth assessment of the Federation’s needs. Council spokesman David Russell, explained: “With the development of the IAAF over the last year and its evolution from the ADF we have needed time to review the federation structure and requirements for the future, whilst Brian faces many challenges, his knowledge of the

The IAAF Membership starts to roll in at a pace

Garage membership of the IAAF is accelerating with the help of some committed IAAF parts distributor members. IAAF-G section manager Mike Owen commented, “We have worked tirelessly to make sure that the offering we have for the garages through membership is something that the independent garage sector has never had before and we are delighted that it is now going so well. Just like all new schemes, nothing ever happens overnight and we are pleased to see it being so warmly welcomed by our members and the industry itself and I can confirm that membership is well into the hundreds with well

IAAF ANNOUNCES BRIAN SPRATT AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE

The Council of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) have confirmed Brian Spratt as IAAF Chief Executive, following an in-depth assessment of the Federation’s needs. Council spokesman David Russell, explained: “At the time of transition from ADF to IAAF, we decided to delay appointment of a chief executive for the broader organisation, simply because there were so many tasks requiring the directors’ attention in setting up the new membership section for independent garages. Brian provided a stable base for that activity in managing the Secretariat and continuing his

IAAF END OF YEAR STATEMENT

2010 has been a significant year for the IAAF, with the organisation not only celebrating its 80th anniversary but also with a successful re-branding exercise. The re-branding reflects the focus on three areas of the independent sector: the traditional base of distributors and parts suppliers, a defined focus on lobbying and a new garage sector. The IAAF is also pleased to announce that the drive to recruit independent garages continues to increase with double the amount of garages choosing the IAAF as the organisation best placed to speak on their behalf. David Russell a Director of the

The search is on for a Chief Executive to lead the IAAF

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), formed at the beginning of 2010 as a dedicated organisation to champion the interests of the Independent Aftermarket (IAM), is entering its next stage of growth. The progress at the IAAF, since it’s launch away from the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF) name and structure is such, that to execute the next stage of the strategic plan, there is a need for a full time Chief Executive to take overall command, on behalf of its members, of all three IAAF divisions, and lead the organisation in a cohesive and focussed direction. IAAF

The search is on for a Chief Executive to lead the IAAF

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), formed at the beginning of 2010 as a dedicated organisation to champion the interests of the Independent Aftermarket (IAM), is entering its next stage of growth. The progress at the IAAF, since it’s launch away from the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF) name and structure is such, that to execute the next stage of the strategic plan, there is a need for a full time Chief Executive to take overall command, on behalf of its members, of all three IAAF divisions, and lead the organisation in a cohesive and focussed direction. IAAF

IAAF PLEASED THAT KITEMARK COMES OUT ON TOP IN RECENT AFTERMARKET POLL

The IAAF-G, which is the independent garage section of the IAAF is continuing to make sure that its current and future garage members get the best possible service and support from the Federation.   With this in mind they are delighted to know that Kitemark has come out on top in a recent online poll. Viewers were asked – “Should the Kitemark for Garages Services be adopted as a national standard?” A massive 77% had expressed their support, as they see it as the most robust standard available to the aftermarket. Mike Owen, head of the IAAF-G section said: “The automotive aftermarket

BSI KITEMARK® FOR GARAGES SERVICES COMES OUT ON TOP IN RECENT ONLINE CAT POLL

BSI Kitemark receives strong support in a recent online CAT poll (published in the October issue of CAT). When readers were asked ‘should the BSI Kitemark for garages be adopted as a national standard” 77% said “yes it is the most robust standard out there.” Quentin Willson, UK consumer motoring champion added: “I'm proud that BSI and the Kitemark scheme is held in such fierce esteem by the industry. If a massive 77% say they believe that the Kitemark scheme is the most robust of all, then we really have arrived at a proper industry standard. Car repair professionals are usually economical

The aftermarket industry is at a fork in the road.

Dear editor, Please find attached a PowerPoint presentation created by Mike Owen, head of the IAAF-G, which was specifically prepared for the media. It demonstrates the direction and thought process of the IAAF-G and why a garage section has been created within the IAAF structure. We hope this helps you understand everything you need to know about the IAAF-G and if you need to know anything else or would like a 1-on-1 with Mike, we would be delighted to arrange this for you. Also attached is a press release which we hope will be of interest to your readers along with a couple of mug shots of

IAAF challenges ‘Lifetime’ warranty from Vauxhall

Important notice: please use this release with the correct headline not the IAAF challenges need for MoT test changeThe man from Vauxhall he said ‘Yes!’ With apologies to the Del Monte advert – but this is important news for the independent aftermarket The recent announcement of its ‘Lifetime’ warranty from Vauxhall had raised concerns amongst independent garages and parts distributors that customers would be forced or hoodwinked into taking their vehicle to a Vauxhall Authorised Repairer for all its service needs and the independent operators would, somehow, be excluded and disadvantaged.