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LKQ Europe sets out roadmap to safeguard cost-effective, sustainable vehicle repair

LKQ Europe sets out roadmap to safeguard cost-effective, sustainable vehicle repair

Company / Press release
July 27, 2026
New 10-point industry roadmap calls for urgent action on repair viability, EV capability, alternative parts and technician skills.
New 10-point industry roadmap calls for urgent action on repair viability, EV capability, alternative parts and technician skills.

LKQ Euro Car Parts introduces cost-effective, OE-quality remanufactured range

LKQ Euro Car Parts introduces cost-effective, OE-quality remanufactured range

Company / Press release
April 13, 2026
LKQ Euro Car Parts introduces cost-effective, OE-quality remanufactured range

LKQ Euro Car Parts has launched the ERA Reman range of alternators and starter motors in the UK, giving independent workshops and fleets a new OE-level remanufactured option to better enable sustainable, affordable mobility for their customers. 

LKQ launches Apprentice+ to help tackle the bodyshop skills gap

LKQ launches Apprentice+ to help tackle the bodyshop skills gap

Company / Press release
July 22, 2026
New IMI-certified programme will give apprentices practical experience beyond the classroom
New IMI-certified programme will give apprentices practical experience beyond the classroom

LKQ Europe announces leadership transition for UK & Ireland business

LKQ Europe announces leadership transition for UK & Ireland business

Company / Press release
June 08, 2026
LKQ Europe announces leadership transition for UK & Ireland business

LKQ Europe announces that Kevan Wooden is stepping down as CEO of LKQ UK & Ireland. 

Dave Brookfield, currently VP of Human Resources at LKQ Europe, has been appointed interim CEO of LKQ UK & Ireland with immediate effect while a search for a permanent successor gets underway.

LKQ Academy and T10 Automotive sign a new five-year partnership agreement to accelerate skills and training for the UK Aftermarket

LKQ Academy and T10 Automotive sign a new five-year partnership agreement to accelerate skills and training for the UK Aftermarket

Company / Press release
May 19, 2026
LKQ Academy and T10 Automotive sign a new five-year partnership agreement to accelerate skills and training for the UK Aftermarket

LKQ Academy, the country’s leading automotive training provider, and T10 Automotive have announced a new five‑year strategic partnership designed to strengthen technical training, professional development and long‑term skills growth across the UK automotive aftermarket. This comes as six in 10 (61%) current roles in the automotive industry are expected to require new skills by 20351.

Formula One Autocentres Appoints LKQ To Support Expansion

Formula One Autocentres Appoints LKQ To Support Expansion

Company / Press release
April 24, 2026
Formula One Autocentres Appoints LKQ To Support Expansion

Independent autocentre chain Formula One Autocentres has selected LKQ Euro Car Parts as a tier one supplier, with digital ordering and UK-wide parts supply supporting the business as it grows its UK footprint across Wales, the South West and North East.

LKQ UK and Ireland customers to benefit from ACtronics electronic repair capability following LKQ Europe acquisition

LKQ UK and Ireland customers to benefit from ACtronics electronic repair capability following LKQ Europe acquisition

Company / Press release
April 02, 2026
Workshops across the UK and Ireland are set to benefit from improved access to specialist electronic repairs following LKQ Europe’s acquisition of ACtronics, which has a location and team based in Colchester.
Workshops across the UK and Ireland are set to benefit from improved access to specialist electronic repairs following LKQ Europe’s acquisition of ACtronics, which has a location and team based in Colchester.

RAC and LKQ Euro Car Parts extend supply partnership to 2031

RAC and LKQ Euro Car Parts extend supply partnership to 2031

Company / Press release
March 12, 2026
Renewed agreement secures a nationwide supply of batteries and OEM-specification parts for the RAC’s breakdown patrols and Approved Garages
Renewed agreement secures a nationwide supply of batteries and OEM-specification parts for the RAC’s breakdown patrols and Approved Garages