You are here: / workshop equipment

Posts

Nitto further grows Facebook fanbase

It’s been less than a year since Nitto Tire reported gaining its three millionth Facebook fan, and now the company says it has five million fans on board. Nitto attributes this social media growth to its engagement strategies, including its Nitto Ambassador Program, live multi-player mobile games and a proprietary automotive interest blog, DrivingLine.com. Utilising such tools, Nitto says it has generated a loyal community with fan engagement that goes beyond the traditional likes, shares and comments that exist in the social network platform.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Updated HiQ website goes live
  2. Halfords goes ‘Greased Lighting’ during peak MoT month
  3. Nitto seeks ‘influencers’ to strengthen social presence
  4. Nitto racks up 3 million fans
/by

Litchfield launches Nissan GT-R ‘cloning’ TPMS sensors

Litchfield has released its latest ‘cloning’ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors, designed for GT-R owners needing to run multiple wheel-sets. Aimed at solving a problem for its GT-R driving clients, Litchfield says the sensors will be a useful addition to extra winter or track wheels, as drivers will not have to recode the sensors each time they are change.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Voting closing as NTDA annouces TAFF Innovation Award Shortlist
  2. Suppliers Put their Hopes in Nissan/Renault Joint Production
  3. Michelin Extends X One Guarantee
  4. Yokohama Launches ‘Intelligent TPMS’
/by

Rema Tip Top signs Corghi distribution agreement

,

Rema Tip Top Automotive UK has secured a new distribution agreement with Corghi SpA covering England, Wales and Scotland. According to the company, the deal pairs the international Corghi range of workshop equipment with Rema Tip Top’s portfolio of consumables and workshop tools for the first time.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Rema Tip Top Automotive UK unveils Leeds Training Centre
  2. Corghi wins Italian Mechatronic award
  3. Corghi – tradition and innovation
  4. Pro-Align a ‘five-star’ Hunter Platinum Partner
/by

Tyre Bay Direct launches Unite ‘Knowledgebase’

Tyre Bay Direct has released its new ‘Knowledgebase’ – and it says it is unrivalled when it comes to tyre service equipment and maintenance.
Available automatically and exclusively to all Unite tyre machinery customers, this new section of the tyrebaydirect.com website has a landing area personalised to each customer’s equipment models and is automatically accessible from the moment the machinery is installed. The Knowledgebase lists the current equipment in the customer’s workshop, plus warranty status and expiry reminders along with complete manuals, operating instructions and instructional videos for the customer’s purchased machine, meaning any required information is always at hand.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Pro-Align’s New Products and Services Information Out Now
  2. Pro-Align launches wheel alignment online Support Zone
  3. Automechanika Birmingham 2018 provides broad platform for parts, aftermarket, garage sectors
  4. IGA launches free websites for members
/by

Hunter Quick Check Lane makes UK debut at Pro-Align

,

The exclusive UK distributer of American wheel alignment equipment specialist Hunter has made the company’s latest piece of innovative technology available in the UK for the first time. The Hunter Quick Check Lane continues the technological lineage of the company’s rapid preliminary wheel alignment diagnostic system, Quick Check, to widen the scope of its time-saving diagnostic applications beyond the wheel.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Pro-Align presents latest automated Revolution
  2. Hunter truck alignment system makes UK debut at CV Show with Pro-Align
  3. Hunter CV aligner offers ‘rapid fuel saving opportunity’ – Pro-Align
  4. New Hunter aligner is ‘ACE’ solution for workshops – Pro-Align
/by

Trelleborg launching Load Calculator Android app

Trelleborg is offering its “TLC – Trelleborg Load Calculator” app for use on Android tablets. The app, already available for iPad and desktop, aids in the calculation of the optimum tire inflation pressure on agricultural vehicles, A further version of the app for use on iOS smartphones, will be launched at Agritechnica 2013, which will be held in Hannover, Germany, from 10 – 16 November, 2013.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Trelleborg launches 3 apps for farming professionals
  2. Mitas bringing new CHO sizes to Agritechnica
  3. Agritechnica launch for ‘revolutionary’ Mitas concept
  4. Video: Trelleborg ‘hops’ to space with 3D animation
/by

MAM Software to launch Autopart eBay module

Early next year, MAM Software will release a new eBay module for its Autopart management software. The eBay module, which is currently undergoing initial testing, is intended to make it easier for Autopart users to add parts listings to the eBay marketplaces in the UK and Ireland.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Thorite downloadable publication
  2. Livingston Autoparts Opens Parts e-shop
  3. 2,000 products in CES (UK) Workshop Essentials catalogue
  4. Wegmann launches Perfect Equipment brand
/by

Home from home in a van

New research published by Direct Line for Business reveals that Britain’s builders, plumbers, electricians and other tradespeople are living out of their vans – using them as mobile offices, bedrooms and entertainment centres. While not wanting to be accused of being asleep on the job, Britain’s tradespeople are using their vans as mobile homes with 11 per cent sleeping in their vehicle. Almost a third (31 per cent) of tradespeople use their van as a mobile office to manage their business. Vans are also used as mobile dining rooms, with just under a half (45 per cent) of tradespeople eating their meals in their vehicle.

Read more

Related news:

  1. The Nation’s Favourite Van
  2. Are Sat Navs worth it?
  3. IGA launches free websites for members
  4. IGA launches free websites for members
/by

Bosch announces US distribution partnership

Bosch Automotive Service Solutions has entered into a US market distribution partnership with Myers Tire Supply. Under the agreement, Myers Tire Supply will carry the Bosch Wheel Service equipment range, including a full line of wheel balancers, tyre changers and brake lathes, through its national distribution network.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Euro Car Parts Launches Garage Solutions Catalogue
  2. Euro Car Parts More than Doubles Pre Tax Profits
  3. Concert speeds up mounting process, reduces operator strain
  4. The Tyre Equipment Company adds Ken-Tool products to its range
/12,345 Comments/by

NTDA to sponsor Manchester’s Brityrex 2014

The National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA) has agreed a deal with show organiser ECI International to become the major sponsor of Brityrex International 2014, continuing a long-established relationship between the two organisations. The show will return to EventCity in Manchester between 7 and 9 October. NTDA chairman Stephen Callow welcomed the deal: “The NTDA has enjoyed a close and valuable relationship with Brityrex for many years and I’m extremely pleased that we will be working constructively together with the show again next year.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Clampco Offering ‘Full Range of Workshop Consumables’
  2. Tyre Talk seminars to return to Brityrex
  3. NTDA highlights business opportunities at Brityrex
  4. NTDA Tyre Industry Award 2014 winners announced
/12,345 Comments/by

Bridgestone supporting National Tyres’ next generation of apprentices

Bridgestone has donated a number of ‘tyre toolbags’ to help a number of talented automotive apprentices progress as part of National Tyres and Autocare’s ‘Foundation Modern Apprentice’ scheme, which includes NVQ level two training courses. Bridgestone’s support comes in the form of a branded hold-all for each learner containing a wide range of equipment to assist in both the classroom and in branch.

Read more

Related news:

  1. First Stop Unveils Latest Model Store
  2. NR Evans Fitters Complete Bridgestone’s Roadside Technicians Course
  3. New Consumables Catalogue from CES
  4. MAC Tools raises £4,100 for BEN
/12,345 Comments/by

MAC Tools scales the heights for BEN

The daunting challenge of climbing the UK's 3 highest mountains in 24 hours was the latest fundraising activity MAC Tools has undertaken as proud supporters of BEN, the automotive industry charity. Through sheer will and determination the team of Head Office staff reached all 3 summits and expect to raise £5,000 in total, aiding BEN in its provision of support services to anyone who works, or has worked, in all automotive and related industries, as well as their dependents.

Read more

Related news:

  1. MAC Tools raises £4,100 for BEN
  2. Former BEN Head Parachuting For Charity
  3. BEN appoints new head of marketing
  4. BEN following “Tarka Trail” for charity
/12,345 Comments/by

Pro-Align a Hunter ‘Platinum Partner’

Pro-Align, UK distributor of the Hunter range, has been awarded ‘Platinum Partner’ status by the wheel servicing equipment manufacturer. This distinction was bestowed at a recent global distributor meeting and given to Pro-Align for its 2012 performance, which saw the UK distributor ranked third place globally, just behind Germany and India.

Read more

Related news:

  1. Pro-Align makes DCM Tyres its first Alignment Centre of the Month
  2. Pro-Align a ‘five-star’ Hunter Platinum Partner
  3. Euro Car Parts Offering Teco Brand Tyre Changers
  4. Howzat! Pro-Align appoints former county cricketer
/12,345 Comments/by

Delphi reconfirmed as The Parts Alliance preferred supplier

The Parts Alliance announced Delphi’s reconfirmation as its preferred supplier of premium braking systems in June. Steve Fulford reasoned that Delphi is “strategically best positioned for our distribution network and more than 20,000 customers. As a leading supplier to the top 25 vehicle manufacturers worldwide, Delphi’s established presence on the OE platform and their expertise complement our future strategies. Not only will we have access to their high quality parts but also training and support services to deliver the most comprehensive solution to our customers.”

Read more

Related news:

  1. Cam offers intelligent dashboard tools
  2. Snap-on releases v11.4 Software download
  3. IGA launches free websites for members
  4. Snap-on launches Verus Pro hand-held diagnostic tool
/12,345 Comments/by

We see you are visiting us from China.

If you would like the latest news from the Chinese tyre industry in Chinese, visit our partner site TyrepressChina.com. Or click below to continue on Tyrepress.