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Euro 7 Puts Brake Emissions Firmly on the Aftermarket Agenda

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By Ben Coates
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As the automotive industry continues its drive towards reducing vehicle emissions, attention is increasingly turning beyond the exhaust. First Line Ltd. explains how brake particulate emissions are an important consideration for the aftermarket and why Euro 7 will influence the development of future braking components. Every time a vehicle brakes, friction between the brake pad and disc causes a small amount of material to wear away.
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Are we making it easy for experienced talent to build a career in the aftermarket?

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By Ben Coates
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As AI changes how people are found, Kerrie Richards, Director of automotive aftermarket recruitment specialist Glen Callum Associates, asks whether the industry needs to think differently about retaining and progressing the experienced talent it already has. When we collectively talk about the aftermarket’s skills challenge, how often do we consider the career opportunities available to the experienced people already working within it?
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GSF invests in Chinese vehicle programme as market demand intensifies

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By Ben Coates
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GSF Car Parts is investing in stock, technical support and training to help customers capitalise on the rapid growth of Chinese vehicles. Chinese manufactured vehicles continue to reshape the UK car market, with recent SMMT data showing a steep rise in registrations across 2026. Chinese brands captured 15% of all UK new car sales during H1 2026, marking a 121% year‑on‑year increase.
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