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Halfords DIY advent calendar is back for 2024. Photo: Halfords

Halfords DIY advent calendar is back for 2024 - how to buy

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Is it worth buying an electric bike? We judge the best e-bikes of 2023

Is it worth buying an electric bike? We judge the best e-bikes of 2023

Halfords said it was launching a recruitment drive to fill 1,000 new automotive technician roles over the next year to boost its burgeoning car servicing offer. Picture: Will Ireland / Halfords

Halfords to take on 1,000 car technicians but profits sag amid spending squeeze

Halfords free MOT offer: how families can claim free car check

The best car seats from birth to 12, including Maxi Cosi and Cybex

The best car seats from birth to 12, including Maxi Cosi and Cybex

Halfords 6-Person Air Tent review: we test the compact inflatable tent

Halfords 6-Person Air Tent review: we test the compact inflatable tent

Best kids’ bikes: how to pick the right bicycle for their height

Best kids’ bikes: how to pick the right bicycle for their height

Motoring mistakes that could see you fined up to £2,500 this winter

The fuel crisis has led to soaring demand for jerry cans and forms of transport that do not involve joining lengthy queues, new figures show.

Sales of jerry cans ’17 times higher than normal’ amid fuel crisis

Halfords cautioned it expects the bike supply issues to 'continue for some time', adding that it faces wider industry challenges including a shortage of lorry drivers and car service technicians, supply chain pressures, factory production constraints and cost hikes.

Supply chain woes dent cycling sales at Halfords: reaction

Halfords retail sales jumped 14.6 per cent on a like-for-like basis, helped by a 54 per cent surge for bikes, while its Autocentres car servicing and repair chain enjoyed a 9.7 per cent hike. Picture: Tim Andrew/Halfords

Electric cycle and scooter boom sees profits charge up at Halfords

Halfords is set for another bumper trading announcement when it updates shareholders later this week. Picture: Yui Mok/PA

Bike boom sees Halfords profits move up a gear

Halfords is offering free vehicle checks for ice cream vans this summer

MOT test centre

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More Brits have been taking to cycling for their essential exercising during lockdown.

Halfords profits could double up as bike sales boom amid lockdown

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Halfords has more than 1,000 temporary Christmas jobs to fill - here’s what they...

Millions of drivers a year face battery problems

How to jump start a car - using jump leads or a push to restore a flat battery

Halfords offers free car check and discounts for teachers, emergency workers and...

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Millions of drivers risk being fined for faulty windscreen wipers - here’s how to check them (Photo: Shutterstock)

Millions of drivers risk being fined for faulty windscreen wipers - here’s how t...

Millions of drivers risking an accident because they don’t carry out this simple...

Social distancing measures will be put in place in the stores that are opening

Halfords to reopen 53 stores to cope with cycling demand

Graeme Hart of Hart's Cyclery in Corstorphine

Scottish bike shops selling out of cycles in lockdown boom

Many of the offers are aimed at helping NHS staff

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Sales of TV sets rose by more than 50 per cent.

TV sales up as people invest in extra sets to avoid family members

The UK government has deemed the firm a provider of essential services. Picture: Tim Andrew.

Coronavirus: Halfords aims for some continuation of services to help UK moving

Halfords launches zero-contact garage service

The group said it will continue to invest in cycling through the online-focused Tredz business and its Halfords retail cycling arm. Picture: Halfords

Halfords to wind down Cycle Republic chain including sites in Edinburgh and Glas...

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Halfords is Britain's largest motor accessories and service centre business providing motorists with access to more than 900 service locations across the UK. Picture: Jakob Ebrey

Halfords acquires one of Scotland's best-known family businesses

Craigentinny Retail Park is let to Halfords, among others. Picture: Contributed

RBS-backed Edinburgh property buys show confidence in city

Sales of e-bikes are increasing throughout the United Kingdom. Picture: TSPL

Road tax and power myths put the brakes on e-bike rise

Pret A Manger is one of hundreds of companies across the UK to open its doors to ex-offenders (Photo: Shutterstock)

Pret A Manger is offering work placements to prisoners

Analysts remain upbeat over the group's prospects. Picture: Jakob Ebrey

Halfords eyes festive sales pick-up as profits slip

Halfords comes under fire for a 'gender price gap' - after charging 500 per cent...

Despite the currency headwinds, overall like-for-like sales grew 2%. Picture: Jakob Ebrey

Halfords sees clear road ahead after sales rise but sterling loss dents profit

The retail park at Straiton. Picture: Scott Louden

Commercial property: Positive outlook for Scottish retail parks

Marks & Spencer said the timing of Easter weighed on its clothing business. Picture: David Cheskin/PA Wire

M&S profits slump as clothing sales go into reverse
Retail giant Marks & Spencer has seen annual profits tumble by nearly two-thirds and revealed sales across its under-pressure clothing arm have plunged back int...

Jill McDonald is leaving Halfords to take charge of Marks & Spencer's clothing arm. Picture: Halfords/PA Wire

Halfords boss Jill McDonald to head M&S clothing arm

Halfords has bought a minority stake in a mobile tyre-fitting business. Picture: Chris Radburn/PA Wire

Halfords drives into mobile tyre-fitting market

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has described the charge imposed by Halfords as "shocking"

Nicola Sturgeon slams Halfords' Â£50 delivery charge

Jason Kenny, left, is congratulated by Glasgow-born teammate Callum Skinner on winning the gold medal after the men's sprint final at the Rio Olympics. Picture: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images

Halfords hails Olympic cycling heroes

Alfa Romeo Giulietta still turns heads

Flash looking to make a splash at Knockhill

Bike sales at Halfords were hit by wet weather and the timing of Easter. Picture: Contributed

Wet weather puts brakes on Halfords bike sales

Laura Trott is to roll out an exclusive bike range with Halfords. Picture: Jane Barlow

Halfords profits motor ahead but cycle sales dented

Halfords is expanding its presence in the high-end cycle market. Picture: Contributed

Deals on wheels: Halfords buys two bike businesses

Adding period features to your home can give your property added depth and character. Picture: PA

How to add period features to your home

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Halfords hires Sir Bradley Wiggins after sales slump

City traffic can often intimidate prospective cyclists from commuting on two wheels. Picture: Ian Georgeson

A guide to city cycling in Scotland

Halfords has benefited from a spike in interest in cycling in Britain. Picture: Contributed

Cycling craze helps Halfords sales top £1bn

Halfords: Success despite boardroom upheaval. Picture: PA

Comment: Halfords on a roll despite changes

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