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2026
Halfords fined after fatal roadside repair
After an employee was killed during a roadside repair, Halfords was fined £600,000 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge and costs. The Health and Safety Executive found that Halfords had failed to properly assess risks and provide suitable work instructions; it also found the employee had not been monitored or supervised to ensure he was working safely.
2021
Halfords closes Colchester store and autocentre for refurbishment
Halfords closed its Cowdray Avenue store and Brook Street Autocentre in Colchester for refurbishment. The closure was expected to last ten days.
2020
TfL and Halfords partner to offer bike-lock discounts
Transport for London partnered with Halfords to offer cyclists who complete an online skills course a 15% discount on bike locks, with the stated aim of reducing bike thefts.
2020
Halfords offers free car checks and a 10% staff discount
Halfords is offering eligible teachers, emergency workers and armed-forces members a free 10-point car health check and a 10% discount at its retail stores.
2020
Halfords announces plan to close up to 60 UK stores
Halfords announced a plan to close up to 60 stores across the UK, described as part of a plan to close a tenth of its outlets.
2020
Halfords appoints Rob Keates managing director of Tredz
Halfords appointed Rob Keates as managing director of Tredz and director of transformation for Halfords Group. Keates joined the business on 15 June.
2020
Halfords introduces a zero-contact garage service
Halfords introduced a contact-free mobile vehicle maintenance service for customers, including people who are self-isolating. The service is offered by Halfords Mobile Expert and Tyres on the Drive.
2020
Halfords announces an MOT retest fee waiver
Halfords announced that it would waive the MOT retest fee for drivers who miss the 10-day window for a free retest because they are self-isolating due to coronavirus.
2020
Rehook rolls out to 350 Halfords stores
Rehook was rolled out to 350 Halfords stores across the UK, placing the cycling tool on the retailer's shelves.