Activate Group has appointed Robert Deane as Managing Director of Activate Accident Repair and Activate Parts, strengthening the Group’s leadership team as it continues to develop its owned repair and parts divisions. Robert joins the business from Volvo UK, where he was Commercial Director, overseeing a network of 93 retail sites and leading aftersales, operations, […]
As the UK’s vehicle parc evolves, insurers and their repair networks are navigating a critical turning point. With rapid advances in electric vehicles, intelligent safety systems, and connected vehicle technologies, the complexity of managing motor claims is increasing in both scope and scale. Here, we discuss significant vehicle technology trends, their impact on the claims […]
Activate Group has announced its acquisition of two well-established Motorcare bodyshops in Tunbridge Wells (Kent) and Bristol, supported by further investment from Elysian Capital, following the transaction in January which saw them take a significant stake in the group. The move marks the first acquisition of existing repair sites by the group and represents a […]
As Activate Accident Repair gears up to open its eleventh bodyshop in Nottingham, we caught up with Marita Sullivan, Business & Programme Manager, to find out what goes into creating one of our purpose-built repair centres. About Marita’s Role Tell us about your role, and how you got involved in managing the build of our […]
Activate Group has reached the next milestone in its expansion, with the opening of a new Activate Accident Repair centre in Nottingham. The launch comes in response to significant growth in customer demand, particularly from fleet clients, and will help service the increased volume of vehicles requiring repair. The 25,500 ft² state-of-the-art site began completing […]
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are responsible for operating some of the most common safety features on modern vehicles. These systems rely on sensors and cameras, which need to be calibrated correctly in order for their features to work properly. Here we discuss the importance of ADAS recalibration, including the real dangers of improper or […]
Experts predict that the number of EVs and hybrid vehicles on UK roads will rise to over 11 million by 2030*. This shift is bound to bring enormous changes for everyone involved in the automotive industry – from drivers and insurers right through to repairers. Here we answer some common questions surrounding electric vehicle repair, […]
We’ve launched a new partnership with Gecko Risk, the powerful AFV data platform. Here we share key insights on EV repair costs.
If your car sustains damage to the front or rear bumper, you might be able to have it repaired, rather than replacing the whole thing. Here we cover everything you need to know about plastic bumper repair, including how it’s utilised at our Activate Accident Repair bodyshops… Can a plastic bumper be repaired? Yes – […]
The vehicle repair industry is currently facing significant delays, increasing the time it takes for insurers to get their customers back on the road post-incident. Here we discuss why these delays are happening, and how insurers can take action to speed up the accident repair process… What’s causing the current accident repair delays? Industry-wide challenges […]
