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A VERY warm welcome to the first issue of GW Views, your quarterly magazine tackling the big issues affecting you. Complementing our online news service, Views offers an in-depth look at the biggest industry stories and invites you to share your thoughts, comments and experiences with like-minded readers. The DVSA’s roll out of the new cloud-based MOT testing service remains a sore topic for the many testing stations that suffered from a number major ‘glitches’, costing businesses dearly in stress, time and money. With the old MOT system due to be switchedoff later this month, a lack of confidence in the new service remains rife. Sticking with the MOT, IGA’s Director, Stuart James offers an update on the government’s consultation. Get an inside glimpse as lobbying plans come together to fight off 4-1-1 proposals and find out what you can do to help. We drop by Tisbury Motors in Wiltshire to discuss the importance of training (page 16) and Charles Wilson Auto Engineers in Manchester talks about industry change – past, present and future – with a refreshing outlook on how to beat the fast-fit and dealership competition. Elsewhere in Views, you’ll find a round-up of the best products and services (page 21). Don't miss our On The Road features, we tour Feather Diesel Services' remanufacturing facilities and attend a BG Products demonstration – there's GW TV video coverage from both. As always, keep your Views coming in. Share your news, comments and experiences with us on Twitter, Facebook and send your stories to me via email (michael.ruff@garage.co.uk). Thanks for reading, Mike Ruff | Editor
Building the foundations for a bright future: Tisbury Motors
Moving with the times: Charles Wilson Auto Engineers
Establishing a grounding in vehicle electronics “There’s never a dull moment in the automotive aftermarket”
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