GE Moves Production

Although this doesn’t affect us here in the UK, it’s quite intersting in a weird way as GE which is owned by Haier, is moving production from China to the USA to avoid tariffs. 

Vestel F4 Series Washing Machine Error Codes

Vestel Washing Machine Fault Codes Fault or error codes used in Vestel washing machines we believe are made by Vestel of Turkey and sold in the UK from mid-2012 onwards. These codes relate to Vestel F4 Series washing machine WMDFX714W and others but they can apply to many brands.  Befor…

Return Of Refurbs

This report came out of nowhere and was completely unexpected but, apparently refurbished appliances are making a comeback. At least in Devon, for now. 

Beko Aquires Singer

Beko (well, parent Koc Holdings) has acquired a 57% share of Singer Bangladesh and yes, it’s “that” Singer that hails from Glasgow and makes sewing machines. 

Hisense Goes Open Source

In an unusual move, Hisense has decided to release sixty-six of its patents for washing machines openly to the world so that anyone can use them. 

Liebherr Wins Red Dot

Liebherr (USA) has on a Red Dot design award for it’s side by side fridge freezer with a wine cooler, a format that Liebherr have produced for some time. 

Beko Best Budget Buy

Beko has been named as Which?’s Best Value Appliance Brand for 2025, winning the award for the second year running.

Rangemaster Wins Gold

Aga Rangemaster have achieved Gold status under the Future Net Zero (FNZ) Standard after cutting its carbon footprint by more than 50% in four years, which is impresive.

Electrolux To Cut Pay

There are again talks about Electolux’s Italian operation in Italy ith new reports of factory worker’s salaries being reduced in order to make the plant viable.