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Euro Car Parts becomes WAT Racing coilover kits exclusive distributor
Euro Car Parts has signed an exclusive supply agreement with performance suspension specialist WAT Racing. Bill Stimson, marketing director of Euro Car Parts, said: “WAT coilover kits have a great reputation in the motorsport world so we’re delighted they’ve chosen us as sole UK distributor. Manufactured using top quality materials, they’re hand assembled and dyno-tested – a fantastic addition to our fast-growing performance portfolio.”
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Delphi launches braking portfolio updates at Automechanika Birmingham 2017
Delphi’s new range of brake products are currently featured on the company’s stand at Automechanika Birmingham 2017. Products include R90 certified discs, an extended range of coated discs, copper-free pads and a new programme of caliper slider kits.
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Delphi extends steering range with 175 new part numbers
Delphi Product & Service Solutions has launched 175 new steering part numbers to meet growing demand. The latest additions are on top of 400 steering part numbers launched during 2016. Together, Delphi’s total steering range covers over 24,500 applications and more than 90 per cent of the European vehicle parc. Further range development is planned throughout 2017, with the introduction of more than 450 part numbers.
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Pirelli equips British GT field for season’s longest race at Silverstone
Pirelli will supply the tyres for the British GT Championship’s blue-riband event: the Silverstone 500. With a single three-hour endurance race, this round features 50 per cent more racing than any other event and unique strategic opportunities for the teams, all of whom race on Pirelli P Zero tyres.
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Special projects promotion supports CAM expansion
CAM has promoted Frankie Sharp to development project consultant, expanding its custom projects team. The appointment is part of the business’ ongoing investment in its technology solutions to assist UK tyre operators achieve greater efficiency and develop new business opportunities.
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MWheels publishes commercial vehicle wheel safety white paper for fleet operators
MWheels has continued to educate commercial vehicle fleet operators on the importance of wheel safety with the launch of a white paper entitled, ‘Evaluating commercial vehicle wheel safety – how to keep safe and stay compliant’.
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May LCV market declines
The light commercial vehicle market (LCV) declined in May following a period of exceptionally strong demand, according to figures released by SMMT. 26,982 new vans hit British roads in May, representing a fall of 5.3 per cent.
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Premier League trophy to appear at Automechanika with Yokohama
Yokohama will host the Premier League trophy on its Automechanika Birmingham stand (stand 20D80, Birmingham NEC) as part of its continuing shirt sponsorship of 2016/17 champions Chelsea FC. Visitors to the show on Tuesday 6 June and Wednesday 7 June will have the opportunity to have their photo taken alongside the official Premier League trophy, which appears courtesy of the tyre manufacturer’s partnership with the club.
Continue ReadingFER celebrates 80 years
The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers (FER) is celebrating its 80th anniversary throughout 2017 and has promised to develop even further to ensure it can keep up with an ever-evolving motor trade.
Continue ReadingRMI issues general election policy statement
The Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) has outlined its policies in a document to coincide with the 2017 general election. “Maintaining the current 3-1-1 MOT testing structure, and implementing a clear three-point strategy to tackle mileage adjustment, are two of the main policies outlined in RMI Policy Statement ahead of the 2017 general election,” said Sue Robinson, director of the RMI.
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Hella offers latest AC service station, tablet promotion at Automechanika
Garages can win the latest AC service station or get their hands on a free Android tablet by visiting Hella Ltd on stand 19C40 at Automechanika Birmingham. Technicians visiting the stand can see new products and technical information on display and have the chance to talk to leading experts in their respective fields to learn more about the latest automotive technologies coming to workshops in the near future.
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FER ‘declares war’ on fraudsters
The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers (FER) is warning the industry to avoid and report any suspicious engine remanufacturers as there has been an increase in fraudulent activity with some increasing prices for sub-standard and unprofessional work.
Continue ReadingUK car registrations decline in May – SMMT figures
After hitting record peaks in 2016 and early 2017, the UK’s new car market saw a significant decline in May. New passenger car registrations declined 8.5 per cent, with a total of 186,265 units. In 2017 overall, the market is 0.6 per cent lower than last year, with more than 1.1 million cars registered between January and May. Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) continued their impressive 2017 growth in May, 46.7 per cent higher than in 2016, with a total of 8,258 AFVs registered making 47,936 so far this year. The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) argued that the general election’s short-term impact on consumer confidence has been the key factor, and that medium term prospects remain good for another record-setting year. However KPMG analysts were more taciturn, suggesting car manufacturers have turned their attentions to Europe and expecting a steady decline in 2017.
Continue ReadingYourtyres.co.uk celebrates its 15th anniversary
Yourtyres.co.uk, the online B2B shop operated by Delticom, Europe’s largest online tyre dealer, celebrates its 15th anniversary in June. To mark the occasion and to thank partners and customers for their loyalty, Yourtyres.co.uk is giving away 15 per cent off of car tyres, motorbike tyres, truck tyres, tyre and wheel packages and rims on “Tyre Tuesdays” – every Tuesday in June. The discount will be given as subsequent credit.
Continue ReadingYou don’t always get what you pay for, says Mycarcheck
Mycarcheck.com has busted the myth that expensive used cars are more likely to have a clear history; new data suggests the opposite! New data from mycarcheck.com shows that, when it comes to the UK’s five most popular used car makes, a high price tag is no guarantee of a clear history. Of all the cars it checked last year, BMWs were 21 per cent more likely to have a warning against them than Fords, despite being, on average, around £10k more expensi
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