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Bickers helps dealers power up their battery knowledge
Lead-acid battery units have been the technology of choice for automotive SLI (Starting, Lighting and Ignition) applications for the past 150 years. Thanks to their long development process, they have gained trust among consumers. Their popularity also stems from a high tolerance to abuse and overcharging, as well as a low-price tag and a wide diversity of sizes and capacities available.
Continue Readinge-jobsheet passes 1,000 subscribers in the UK
CAM International has marked a new milestone for its open-access, digital tablet-based service work platform for truck, bus and van, e-jobsheet, as 1,000 integrated and standalone subscribers are now linked to the TiDaeX online hub.
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FER appoints new operations manager
The Federation of Engine Re-manufacturers (FER) has appointed Owen Laurenson as operations manager. Reporting to the FER’s board of directors, Laurenson will be responsible for proactively managing the day-to-day running of the FER and developing a strategy to further enhance the FER’s reputation and positioning within the automotive industry. Laurenson will also be responsible for introducing value added initiatives to the benefit of existing and future FER members and customers.
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Vision Zero: Continental working with IAM RoadSmart
IAM RoadSmart has come together with Continental to support the tyre maker’s Vision Zero campaign to eliminate road deaths, injuries and accidents. Continental will work with IAM RoadSmart over coming months to engage road users at live experiential events. These will see attendees take the driver seat across a range of driving modules at test track locations, With IAM leading a module that gives a first introductory session to advance driver training, observing driver habits and advising on improvements that can be made.
Continue ReadingOpposition as shock report calls on ministers to scrap MOT test
The Independent Garage Association and National Franchised Dealers Association have strongly opposed a report published this week from The Adam Smith Institute which recommends the abolishment of the MOT test.
Continue Reading![Training night tackles turbochargers and oil quality](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Ultratec-Training-3.jpg)
Training night tackles turbochargers and oil quality
Midwest Motor Factors & Monmore Auto Parts have hosted another packed training night at the GTG Academy in Wolverhampton, this time assisting garages with their understanding of turbochargers and lubricants quality and selection.
Continue ReadingUK’s largest online car repair marketplace secures £4m investment
The UK’s largest online car repair marketplace has secured £4 million from investors including Shell Ventures, Sir Trevor Chinn, Active Partners and Venrex Investment Management.
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Motor factor welcomes WAI and Marathon partnership
An increasing number of motor factors are starting to benefit from the new WAI-Marathon agreement, which offers improved availability and a frequent same-day delivery service for rotating electrics.
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Autoelectro boss invited to chair Bradford Classic judging panel
Autoelectro managing director, Tony Bhogal, has been appointed as chair of the Judging Panel when deciding the Best in Show at the Bradford Classic, an annual classic car show with a wide range of cars from different eras.
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Schaeffler confirms ‘The Garage Inspector’ as first UK brand ambassador
Andy Savva – ‘The Garage Inspector’ – has become Schaeffler’s first UK brand ambassador. Savva has been supporting Schaeffler’s Repxpert team by presenting at various trade fairs and training events over recent months, sharing his expertise on building up a workshop brand and profile, while also offering tips and best practice techniques on how to make a business profitable.
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ELTA website targets ‘clarity and choice’
ELTA describes its online communication as “absolutely crucial”. So, as it sets its sights on the future during this, the company’s 25th year, it is not just the new PRO brands it has introduced, there is also a new website.
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Progress Recruitment to roll out new MOT Tester Training more widely through IGA
Progress Recruitment Solutions (UK) Ltd, the Norwich-based automotive recruitment specialist, has announced they will be working with the Independent Garage Association (IGA) to make their MOT Tester training courses more accessible to automotive technicians throughout England and Wales.
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vPlate launched to meet strict new number plate legislation
vGroup International has launched vPlate, a new number plate that ensures re-sellers remain compliant under new legislation coming into effect later this year. The new number plate standard, BSAU145e, improves compatibility with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) systems and requires plates to be resistant to bending, impact, abrasion, corrosion, solvents, weathering and extremes of temperature.
Continue ReadingDouble accolade for Brigade Electronics
Global leader in road safety technology Brigade Electronics has been named on two prestigious business lists.
Continue ReadingNew van market declines -5.9 per cent in July
The UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market declined -5.9 per cent in July, with 23,309 vans and pick-ups registered, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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