Valeo Service UK has unveiled its latest Compact wipers catalogue. The Compact brand has been developed by Valeo and is categorised into three sub-brands to cover each technological segment of the market. The Compact range includes three sub ranges: Standard, Revolution and Evolution.
Valeo Service UK has launched a new clutch catalogue featuring more than 100 new references.
The new references – made up of kits, components and remanufactured units – include 46 new part numbers for Euro 6 OE applications. More than 3000 vehicle applications are covered by the range extension, bringing the total number of LCVs, trucks and coaches covered by Valeo’s clutch range to more than 13,000 across 70 vehicle makes.
Valeo Service UK has expanded its engine management systems range to feature more ignition based products and ranges.
Ignition components are becoming more complex and are often integrated within the ECU (Engine Control Units), as manufacturers respond to the need to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
Just in time for winter, Valeo has added ll new references to its range of wiper motors; there are now 120 wiper motors in the Valeo range, all of which come from Valeo’s Original Equipment (OE) production lines. Valeo has a very significant position as a supplier of wiper motors to OE car manufacturers in Europe and, as a result, a privileged role to play as a provider of aftermarket parts, if any need replacing during the life of the car. Then, as a matter of fact, there is a strong opportunity to grow sales with Valeo’s wiper motors for the independent automotive aftermarket.
Automotive supplier Valeo will promote its new aftermarket products and services at Agritechnica between 8 and 14 November 2015 in Hanover, Germany. The company says it will demonstrate its genuine multi-specialist expertise in agricultural machinery and equipment, with new clutch, wiper system, and lighting system ranges featured, from stand D43 in Hall 17.
Valeo has announced the results of its international innovation contest. For the second year running, Valeo invited students from around the world to play an active role in automobile innovation by designing the product or system that will create smarter, more intuitive cars by 2030.
In early October, global transport leaders and policy makers will gather in Bordeaux to experience the latest developments from the intelligent transport solutions (ITS) industry, as the ITS World Congress opens its doors.
Valeo Service UK has won the IAAF Commercial Vehicle Supplier of the Year award at the IAAF (Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation) Annual Awards Ceremony, held recently at the ICC (International Convention Centre) Birmingham.
For the IAAF Excellence Awards, nominees have to provide entries to IAAF, which are then assessed by a panel of expert judges, selected by the IAAF for their experience in the independent aftermarket. Valeo collected the award from IAAF chief executive Wendy Williamson and sports broadcaster, Garry Richardson.
Valeo has signed up to exhibit at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2014 and will use the event to highlight its hugely expanded commercial vehicle parts programme. The Valeo stand will be specially arranged so that parts distributors, fleet operators and end users see first hand the multi-specialisms Valeo has in CV parts and also the high quality manufacturing and support that is available from the company.
Over 1412 students around the world are participating in the Valeo Innovation Challenge. According to the company, a total of 969 teams of engineering students from 55 countries and representing 455 universities have submitted their projects, with the goal of winning the €100,000 first prize.
Valeo Service UK has reached an agreement with GROUPAUTO to have a strong product presence in the group’s national distribution centre (NDC), used to supply the membership of motor factors nationwide. Initially, Valeo’s top 250 clutch references will go into GROUPAUTO’s NDC, based in Bradford.
Bas Donders has been appointed European sales director for the Klarius Group. Donders will be responsible for European sales growth across the entire portfolio of aftermarket brands.
According to the company, Bas Donders has an “exemplary record of achievement” in generating sales growth via both market and product range development, having successfully headed European sales and management teams for Delphi, Valeo and other major players in the European automotive component parts supply chain.
Fabienne de Brebisson, press relations director for the Michelin group since 2001, has taken on a new position with automotive components and systems manufacturer Valeo. Upon announcing de Brebisson’s appointment as corporate communications vice-president, Valeo group CEO Jacques Aschenbroich declared "I am pleased to welcome Fabienne de Brebisson to Valeo. Her rich professional experience and her knowledge of communications within major corporations will enable her to develop an ambitious communications project aimed at reinforcing Valeo's image both internally and externally, in line with the Group's strategy.”
Exhaust system and towbar manufacturer Bosal has announced a senior appointment within the Automotive Division of its Preston-based UK operations. Peter Hayden, 46, has been appointed sales and marketing director. He joins Bosal UK on 6 April 2010, moving from his current position of commercial director at Valeo Service UK. In his new role, Hayden will be responsible for Bosal UK’s commercial functions including, sales, marketing and supply.
Valeo and Groupe Michelin are combing efforts to develop electric and rechargeable hybrid vehicle systems. The pair will work on such systems as drive train, engine and battery cooling management, climate control, lighting, energy management and tyres.
“Michelin and Valeo are convinced that by joining forces they will help to accelerate the emergence of electric vehicles in France and worldwide,” the companies said in a statement. (Tire Review/Akron)
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