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Dear Member,
We have received a large number of communications from members with regard to the connectivity of roller brake testers. As of 1st October, any newly installed brake tester will need to be connected, however your current equipment does not, and there is no requirement for new equipment to be purchased. You can find out more information, including a list of acceptable equipment, in the bulletin below.
Could you be a BIG award winner? Today sees the announcement of the twelve award categories up for grabs at the IGA’s British Independent Garage of the Year Awards. Take a look at the categories below and start preparing your entries to be a part of this high-profile event celebrating Britain’s best garages and technicians. Website and entry information will be available soon.
The DVSA have created a new MOT Consultant role that allows auditors or consultants to view your MOT statistics in order to provide guidance on running your test centre. If you are a subscriber to the RMI’s MOT QC scheme, you can find a form below to add an RMI auditor to your MTS that will reduce disruption on site visits, plus give you the option of unannounced site visits that replicate the DVSA.
If you are concerned by the Parliamentary shutdown ahead of Brexit, please be assured that the IGA will keep you well-informed of any developments that could affect your garage business, and any action you may need to take if necessary. We will continue to ensure that your voices are heard in Government, so please get in touch if you have any particular concerns.
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Best regards,
Stuart James
Director
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Opinion poll
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If your garage business does not employ an apprentice, what is the main reason why?
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MOT Update: New connected equipment rules for MOT stations
The DVSA has announced that all new roller brake testers purchased from 1st October 2019 must be able to connect to the MTS. There is no need to buy any new equipment at this stage; read more about connected equipment here.
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Categories Announced for the BIG Awards!
Are you one of Britain’s best garages? Get a first look at the categories for the IGA’s inaugural British Independent Garage of the Year Awards to see if you could win BIG!
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MOT QC Update: Add an RMI auditor as an MOT consultant on your MTS
MOT QC members can now add an RMI auditor to their MTS to enhance audits, save time and better replicate unannounced DVSA visits. Find out more and download the application form here.
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Member Events - September 2019
There are still six member events left this year, so don’t miss out on vital advice to keep your garage ahead of the game and updates directly from the DVSA. Find your nearest venue and book your place here!
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2019/20 MOT Annual Training Update - September 2019
Are you on top of your mandatory annual training? As the half-way point of the training period approaches, put a plan in place today to avoid disciplinary consequences and suspension from testing.
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Major factors affecting the independent sector: Call for licensing of vehicle repair businesses
Our sixth article in this series explores the positives and negatives of licensing technicians and MOT stations, and how it could change the currently unregulated marketplace.
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What’s on at the RMI Academies - September 2019
No matter your training needs, the RMI Academies can help. Courses include VTAA Level 3, MOT Tester, MOT Management, Annual Training, Hybrid/Electric, Diagnostics, F-Gas and more!
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Be Aware - September 2019
This month the RMI Legal team provide advice on automatically renewing contracts, employer counterclaims in Employment Tribunals, Maybe Fit GP notes and liability in business to business contracts.
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Motor vehicle repair businesses urged to check engineering inspection cover
With 14 deaths caused by machinery at work last year, automotive insurance broker Gallagher share why it’s vital to regularly inspect your lifting and pressure equipment, and how to put processes in place.
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Autodata Technical Issue 29 – Difficulty selecting reverse gear in 2012 Mercedes-Benz Citan
This month, the Autodata Technical team explain how to repair a Mercedes-Benz Citan with a creaking gear lever which is difficult to put into reverse gear.
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Encouraging Friendships in the Workplace
Ben, the automotive industry’s charity, explain the benefits of developing friendships at work, and share their top tips to encourage a more sociable workplace with some simple changes.
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Welcome to new members
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Lea Garage
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MH Motor Experts Ltd
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Milestone Motors Ltd
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MKL Global Ltd t/a MKL Motors
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Monarch Garage
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MRG Auto Repair Ltd
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Newport Motor Services Pembrokeshire Ltd
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Rhydymwyn Service Station
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SLJ Hackett Ltd
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Smart MOT & Service Centre Ltd
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Southport MOT
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Southwick Road Motor Repairs Ltd
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Specialist Automotive Services Ltd
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Stan-rod Motors
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The Forge Garage Ltd
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The Garage Derby
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The Garage Ludlow Ltd
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The MOT Place
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The Tyre Warehouse Autocare Centres
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Top Marques Repair Garage Ltd
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Technical Forum
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The technical forum is a platform for sharing and discussing common issues and it's free for members.
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Help & Advice
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