We’re getting towards that time of year when temperatures start to rise and drivers find themselves reaching for the air conditioning (AC) button more often. And this is a great opportunity for you to capitalise on by offering air conditioning servicing and recharging to customers in order to generate additional revenue with very little required by way of extra labour.…
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As of 20 May your emissions analyser must be updated so that it includes the required specifications for Euro 6 standards. With this in mind, Snap-on is now supplying its DGA5000 emissions testing system – which includes the wireless DSS 10 petrol and diesel smoke meter – with the updates included as standard. This means that workshops buying a new…
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New research from Ring, the automotive lighting experts, shows that 59% of UK motorists “don’t know” what kind of headlamp is fitted in their vehicle. It also reported that 43% would be willing to pay for a bulb change: a sure sign of the rise of the “do it for me” motorists. The research highlights a clear opportunity for garages…
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Bowmonk Tapley has announced a new member of its BrakeCheck family of popular handheld DVSAapproved decelerometers. The BrakeCheck Geo includes a built-in GPS receiver which allows it to record the GPS coordinates of the point where the vehicle stopped at the end of its brake test. The GPS coordinates are then included on the print-out, giving an exact record of…
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TechMan, the management system built by an independent garage, has added ‘Time Assist’ to its developing solution suite. The first of three key benefits is that Time Assist delivers OEM vehicle repair times from 118 vehicle manufacturers, 126,726 vehicle models and 41,295,893 repair operations. TechMan advise having this data available within the system improves job creation and quotation accuracy, in…
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Schaeffler (UK) Ltd has introduced FAG SmartSET – the ready-to-fit wheel bearing repair solution for trucks and trailers. Pre-assembled, pre-greased and pre-positioned, it is the ideal problem-solver for UK independent garage workshops who work on Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs). The FAG SmartSET reduces repair related downtime to a minimum, making assembling and greasing unnecessary. It is estimated that garages can…
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When it comes to brake testing, different site conditions can produce different results. There are a variety of factors that should be taken into account – both when preparing vehicles for Test, and during the Test itself. Some key points to consider include: 1. Wheels making contact with standing water prior to entry onto the brake rollers can cause the…
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NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd will once again be showcasing its market-leading range of ignition products at Automechanika Birmingham. The leading supplier of original equipment (OE) spark plugs, glow plugs, NTK Lambda and other engine management sensors, will also be promoting a prize draw for garages to win a fantastic Suzuki Celerio five-door hatchback city car worth more than £7000.…
Read MoreThe new Snap-on Diagnostic Thermal Imager creates a unique workshop solution like nothing seen before – with the aid of infrared technology to make heat ‘visible’ and reveal problems anywhere on a vehicle. It allows technicians to be more accurate and productive in their work by giving them a direct insight into the source of issues with a vehicle such…
Read MoreBoston’s previously longest platform at 6.1m met with exceptional market demand for even longer platforms. In response Boston has now added a full 7m length option, which is the longest MOT ATL platform available and comfortably handles drop sides, long sprinters, tippers, Lutons and all equivalent long vehicles. The new 7M six tonne lift is available with or without Boston’s…
Read MoreBoston’s Equipment Manager is an easy to use desktop application that provides inspection and calibration due date and alerts for workshop equipment of any type, or make. This enables workshops to track all equipment in one place, whether it’s MOT testing equipment or any other equipment that is legally required to undergo scheduled calibrations or safety checks such as service…
Read MoreThe latest wheel balancer from HOFMANN – the geodyna 7340L – provides users with pinpoint accuracy, faster measuring and balancing times, and a wide range of other benefits to the workshop. HOFMANN’s easyWEIGHT pinpoint laser indicator helps users of the geodyna 7340L locate the exact spot on the wheel that they need to apply the weights, aided by a high-intensity…
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Oxford, 1st December 2016… Today, Autologic the provider of the world’s first and only fully integrated cloud-connected vehicle diagnostic support solution, announced that it has entered into a licensing agreement with Volvo Car Corporation. Under the agreement, Autologic will have direct access to Volvo diagnostic data and technical information, enabling the provision of a comprehensive repair and maintenance on models…
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The latest wheel balancer from HOFMANN – the geodyna 7600P – brings a patented new system along with many more user-friendly benefits. The geodyna 7600P brings to the workshop a patented power clamping system that clamps the wheel to the unit accurately and with a constant force, helping the technician and aiding the balancing operation. Added to the power clamping…
Read MoreHickleys and Bosch have teamed up to offer a great new diagnostic and garage equipment show called Simply Bosch. The pace of development in today’s modern vehicles continues at such a speed that many independent garages struggle to keep their training and equipment relevant to the latest vehicle models or electronic systems. Leading manufacturer Bosch both design the new systems…
Read MoreBOSTON’S EQUIPMENT MANAGER is an easy to use desktop application that provides inspection and calibration due date information and alerts for workshop equipment of any type, make or model. This enables workshops to keep track of all their equipment in one place, whether it’s MOT testing equipment or any other equipment that is legally required to undergo scheduled safety checks…
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UK’s Longest ATL Lift Platform launched Boston’s previously longest platform at 6.1m has been an exceptional success, with market demands for even longer platforms. In response Boston has now added a full 7m length option, which is the longest MoT ATL platform available and comfortably handles drop sides, long sprinters, tippers, Lutons and all equivalent long vehicles. More information at…
Read MoreGemco are now agents for Somers Vehicle Lifts and associated lifting equipment! GEMCO are pleased to announce that they have signed an agreement today to distribute and provide after-sales services for Somers vehicle lifts. The Somers brand, most famous for mobile column lifts and associated equipment, can be seen in many commercial vehicle service and repair workshops up and down…
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It’s the one that all Automotive Technician’s look forward to – Sealey’s Vehicle Service Promotion is out now and valid until 31st May 2016. The 40 page promotion is packed with hundreds of products specifically for automotive industry with discounts up to 69%! Many exciting new products are featured, one of which is the VS5056 – Brake Pipe Straightening Tool…
Read MoreLeading Workshop equipment supplier GEMCO is all set to return to largest and most comprehensive road freight transport, distribution and logistics event staged at the NEC Birmingham from April 26-28. The company will be exhibiting its extensive range of products and services on its largest stand to date at the CV Show! As one of the leading suppliers to the…
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