SMPE develops exclusive Ford exhaust pressure sensors
Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), one of the UKs largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, has introduced three new exhaust pressure sensors for sought after Ford diesel engine vehicles.
Continue ReadingStewart MacAulay becomes Group Autoparts director
Stewart MacAulay, Arnold Clark director, has become Group Autoparts director, based at its head office in Glasgow.
Continue ReadingChargedEV help Auto Windscreens electrify with vehicle charging point roll-out
Auto Windscreens, working with ChargedEV, has become the first UK provider of vehicle glass repairs and replacements to introduce electric vehicle (EV) charging points across its network.
Continue ReadingAutomechanika Birmingham shortlisted for two awards in UK exhibition industry
Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s leading exhibition for the automotive aftermarket and vehicle production sector, has been shortlisted for two awards in the renowned Association Exhibitions Organisers (AEO) Excellence Awards 2018, “Best UK Tradeshow (more than 8000sqm) & Organiser Team 2018” in acknowledgment of its growing impact in the automotive industry’s event calendar.
Continue ReadingApollo Vredestein refocusing on Off-Highway Tyres in the UK
The Vredestein brand is well-known for its winter and all-season car tyres as well as its quality agricultural products, not to mention the recently launched Apollo European truck tyre range. However, one part of the company’s product portfolio has perhaps had less attention than the others here in the UK – what Apollo Vredestein calls off highway tyres (OHT). That’s why Tyres & Accessories caught up with Apollo Vredestein UK country manager Karl Naylor and recently appointed Off-Highway Tyre Specialist for the UK Agricultural & Industrial sectors Jon Cottrell.
Continue ReadingSpring Garage Essentials available now
The Parts Alliance Spring Garage Essentials tools and equipment brochure is out now. The glossy 68 page publication is already available from branches of The Parts Alliance members Allparts, Bromsgrove Motor Factors, Car Parts & Accessories, CES, GMF, SAS Autoparts, SC Motor Factors, Waterloo and GSF Car Parts.
Continue ReadingApril drives up YTD van registration figures
April van sales have helped to drive up year-to-date figures for light commercial registrations. “Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) registrations increased 3.9 per cent compared to the same period last year for which there were there were no changes in road tax,” said Sue Robinson, director of the National Franchised Dealers Association.
Continue ReadingSMPE aims for ISO environmental accreditation
Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE), one of the UKs largest independently owned automotive parts manufacturers and suppliers, is working towards its ISO14001:2015 accreditation, reflecting the company’s commitment to tier 1 customers and improved environmental performance.
Continue ReadingGeoffrey Harris Tyres joins BFGoodrich Off-Road network
Cornwall-based Geoffrey Harris Tyres has become the latest independent tyre dealer to join BFGoodrich’s UK Off-Road Centre network. The Liskeard retailer is already reaping the benefits of the partnership, bolstering the centre’s all-terrain expertise and its widespread reputation for being the go-to place for 4x4 tyres across Cornwall and Devon.
Continue ReadingNAMA AGM raises £14,150 for BEN
The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) held its annual AGM on the 28 April in Lisbon, Portugal. A charity auction in aid of BEN – the automotive industry charity, took place following the AGM, raising £14,150.
Continue ReadingDealerships ‘should appoint specialist EV champions’ to maximise growing demand
Dealerships are being advised to create EV champions in their dealerships to take advantage of the growing demand for electric vehicles. According to Gain Solutions, who have been at the forefront in the development of electric vehicles, dealerships need to invest in specialist EV training for their sales and technical teams.
Continue ReadingCompanies urged to prepare now for a low emission future or risk losing business
Van and truck operators could lose out to more forward-thinking competitors if they don’t start investigating the potential for ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) on their fleets, Government officials have warned.
Continue ReadingNBRA welcomes enquiry into insurance costs
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is pleased to see that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has committed to carrying out an inquiry into rising insurance costs and keeping volume discounts from their repairers.
Continue ReadingKey appointments for Wheely Safe
West Midlands-based Wheely Safe, the first in-motion driver alert system for wheel loss, tyre pressure and brake overheating, has announced two senior appointments to drive its growth across the fleet market for cars, vans, buses, coaches, trucks, trailers and plant equipment.
Continue ReadingNew UK warehouse for Liqui Moly
The German oil and additive specialist Liqui Moly has now significantly improved its delivery times by opening a warehouse of its own in Milton Keynes. “Its important for us to ensure our customers dont have to wait long for their orders arrive,” says Ibrahim Memis, who is responsible at Liqui Moly for trade in the UK.
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