Leeds, UK– Sep 2025 – Solera Autodata today announces the launch of Autodata EV & Hybrid Support – powered by HEVRA, a new partnership solution developed with HEVRA and in close collaboration with the parent organisation, the Independent Garage Association (IGA).
Rolling out across the UK from October 2025, Autodata EV & Hybrid Support – powered by HEVRA provides independent EV Repair Businesses with access to essential information and guidance for servicing the rapidly growing number of EV and hybrid vehicles.
The solution delivers:
As the electrification of the vehicle parc accelerates, garages face significant challenges in acquiring the skills, tools, and technical data required to service these complex vehicles. With double digit growth of plug in vehicles expected year on year, independent garages, which make up the majority of the UK repair sector, need reliable access to safety-critical data and repair procedures to remain competitive.
HEVRA, the UK’s leading network of independent EV & Hybrid specialists, brings practical expertise and direct engagement with garages already working on electrified vehicles. The Independent Garage Association (IGA), the owner of HEVRA, represents thousands of independent workshops across the UK and ensures that their needs and voices are at the heart of this initiative. Solera Autodata contributes decades of experience in delivering trusted, manufacturer-grade technical information to workshops worldwide.
Together, Solera Autodata and HEVRA are ensuring that independent garages can safely, confidently, and profitably repair and maintain EVs and hybrids — safeguarding consumer choice and supporting the transition to a low-emission future.
The UK pilot will engage over 2,000 independent garages, creating a foundation for a wider rollout. Following the UK launch, expansion is planned into European markets from 2026. This phased approach ensures that local industry needs are addressed while building on proven results.
“The shift to electrification is reshaping vehicle repair worldwide, and having the right data and expertise is essential for every workshop servicing EVs. With Solera Autodata’s trusted technical information, HEVRA’s specialist knowledge, and the IGA’s leadership, we’re creating a model that starts in the UK and will scale across Europe and beyond empowering the industry to service EVs safely, competitively, and profitably in the years ahead.” said Mark Tiana, Solera Business Development VP
“This partnership ensures that the expertise and resources developed through HEVRA are now accessible at scale, giving workshops the confidence to take on EV and Hybrid repairs. By working with Solera Autodata, we are bringing world class technical information together with specialist EV knowledge to grow our database of known fixes, support our members and the wider industry through the transition to electrification” said Stuart James, CEO of the Independent Garage Association (IGA)
Solera is the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management software-as-a-service, data, and services. Through four business lines – vehicle claims, vehicle repairs, vehicle solutions, and fleet – Solera powers over 300,000 customers in 100+ countries with data-driven tools that simplify operations, improve profitability, and enhance sustainability. Learn more at www.solera.com.
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is the largest and most prominent trade body representing 35,000 independent garage businesses providing over 70% of all maintenance and repair services to the motoring consumer. The IGA provides its members with support, training, and resources to thrive in a competitive market. As the owner of HEVRA, they ensure independent garages are equipped to meet the demands of servicing hybrid and electric vehicles. Learn more at IGA | Independent Garage Association
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