Don't mention the B word! Block exemption post Brexit, what is is and how does it affects you with guest Andy Hamilton.

If anyone knows what's really going on in the automotive aftermarket, it's Andy Hamilton. In this episode, Andy explains block exemption post-Brexit, what it is, how it works, and how it affects independent garages and workshops across the UK and Europe. Andy Hamilton joined LKQ Euro Car Parts back in 2010, and in 2023 he was appointed LKQ Europe’s President and Executive Managing Director.Key learnings in this episodeLKQ operates across 18 European countries.In the UK, we now have a Block Exemption Order that differs from the regulation in Europe, meaning the UK government will need to step in and update policy to avoid divergence.Andy’s primary focus is on the preservation of independent workshops and the future of the aftermarket.Quote of the episode“The trickiest thing for the independent workshop now is it’s like that slow death. The issue and the demand aren’t necessarily visible today, but they’ll creep up over time because more and more vehicles will trigger past that three, four, five-year anniversary.”Guest InformationThank you to Andy Hamilton for being our guest!Website: LKQ Europe Social media: Andy Hamilton LinkedinConnect with Throw a Spanner in the WorksWant to get in touch with us? Drop us an email [email protected] out more about your host Andy Brooke. Follow us over on social media: InstagramFacebookFind out more about the podcast on our website. Like what you heard?If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media and write a review in your favourite podcast player.