Factor Sales

26/05/2026

Europa League winners. Not bad for our first time out. 🏆⚽

What a day at The Hawthorns for the 2026 IAAF Five-a-Side Tournament.

Huge thanks to our partners ELTA Automotive for joining forces with us.

And a big thank you to the IAAF for making another fantastic event happen - great organisation, great day. 👏

This is exactly what the independent aftermarket is about - great people, great competition, and yes, the occasional dodgy tackle. 😄

See you next year. 🏆

26/05/2026

Fresh piece up on the site — using our 2025 aftermarket data to unpack what's really behind the steady consolidation of independent motor factors.

Have a read 👇

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11/12/2025

The market has a heartbeat - and the Christmas period tells the story.

Instead of a spike then drop like an ECG, the Reverse Battery Heartbeat starts with a soft dip. Workshops close, motorists stay home, cars sit still - and battery sales hit their lowest point.

Then the surge arrives. Cold weather exposes weak batteries, cars refuse to start, and demand jumps sharply before settling back into rhythm.

This pattern repeats every year with remarkable consistency. Seeing it in advance means better stocking decisions, stronger margins, and being ready when customers need you most.

Factor Sales tracks these movements in real time so you can act with confidence while others are still catching up.

Are there any interesting trends that you consistently see during this time of year, ?

08/12/2025

Still buzzing from the IAAF event. The conference and the dinner were fantastic, with thoughtful sessions on where our industry is heading, the shocks on the horizon, and the trends shaping the market.

It was brilliant to see so many friends and partners across the community, especially so many motor factors. Congratulations to all the award winners on the night.

We were proud to see the Factor Sales logo dotted around the venue. Moments like that make it feel like we’re becoming a true part of the automotive aftermarket, even with tough but exciting times ahead for our industry.

If you run or work at a motor factor and you were there, let’s keep the conversation going. Connect with us here or drop the page a message - we’d love to stay in touch.

17/11/2025

The chill has arrived! ❄️

Cold snaps mean more demand for winter essentials - from batteries to wiper blades. Are your shelves stocked to keep customers moving?

Factor Sales helps you stay ahead with real-time pricing insights and supplier trends. Let’s turn the cold into an opportunity!”

11/11/2025

Today, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we pause to remember.

We honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve, ensuring the freedoms we hold dear.

Lest we forget.

31/10/2025

Happy Halloween to all from the Team at Factor Sales!

29/10/2025

❄️ Winter’s here! 🧊
The darker mornings are back, and the frost has officially arrived.
Make sure you’re stocked up on de-icer, screen wash, wiper blades, and antifreeze — and remember to shop local.

Your local motor factor keeps the UK moving through winter 🚗💨

21/10/2025

Are you really keeping up with the market - or falling behind without knowing it?

Factor Sales shows exactly where you stand, what’s selling, and where to focus next.

💥 Real data. Real insights. Real growth.
🔗 Watch now and see how your branch compares.