The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation
M-Sport Ford World Rally Team&rsquo,s Esapekka Lappi and Janne Ferm claimed fourth place at this weekend&rsquo,s Rallye Monte-Carlo &ndash, securing their best Monte result on their FIA World Rally Ch…
First Line Ltd and its brands, First Line, Borg &, Beck and Key Parts, are synonymous with availability, premium quality and reliability and have been since the company&rsquo,s inception in 1983. &…
In July last year, well in advance of the company&rsquo,s other data suppliers, UK-based Comline Group blazed the trail with the latest TecDoc version 3.0 system upgrade, by implementing it into its T…
The results of the prestigious &ldquo,Gazele Biznesu&rdquo, ranking have been published. The AS-PL has once again been awarded the title of the best developing company. It is prepared by the economic …
On Blue Monday, Ben announced it is increasing and enhancing its range of services for automotive industry people who need mental health support. By extending its services, Ben offers more choice for…
BorgWarner has agreed to buy Delphi Technologies in a $3.3 billion deal in an effort to expand in a growing market for hybrid and electric vehicles. Delphi shareholders will receive 0.4534 shares of…
Amid a slowing economy and a challenging industry environment, global automotive supplier HELLA, reported a decline in sales and earnings in the first half of fiscal year 2019/2020 (1 June to 30 Novem…
Dayco, a leading engine products and drive systems supplier for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, has introduced thermostats into its growing portfolio. In keeping with its ongoin…
Despite considerable difficulties, the German oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY remains on course for growth. The year 2019 was closed with a record turnover of 569 million euros, an increase of …
LKQ Corporation has announced the execution of a definitive agreement to sell its equity interests in two Czech wholesale automotive parts distributors to Swiss Automotive Group AG. Terms of the trans…
MAHLE Powertrain has helped to launch an innovative new 20kW electric motor at the opening of a new Warwick, UK headquarters for Aeristech, the developer of the world&rsquo,s most power dense and effi…
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have released a new chapter in their series on the 12V Lead Acid Battery: 12V Battery Capacities. This chapter looks at the three most common descriptio…
ColourSpray Auto Services in Wirral has reported significant improvements in both its repair times and its overall efficiency across the business thanks to garage management specialist, TechMan. Hav…
Yuasa, the world&rsquo,s leading battery manufacturer and OE supplier to top motorcycle brands, has now announced the lucky winners of their exciting motorcycle scratchcard competition, which included…
Yuasa, the world&rsquo,s leading battery manufacturer, have become title sponsor of Welshman Matt Edwards and co-driver Darren Garrod, with the unveiling of a stunning new car and livery at Autosport …
The advent of e-mobility is often accompanied by uncertainty for workshops. How much maintenance does an electric motor need? What sort of repair volume can be expected? Which are the common models an…
On 13-15 December, one of the most important automotive event in North Africa took place. AS-PL representatives were present at the event. This year's exhibition at International Exhibition Center i…
The GS Yuasa Academy has received a &lsquo,Top Product&rsquo, award from the trade magazine Professional Motor Mechanic (PMM). The annual awards recognise the products and services that have made wa…
The vehicles in which we travel are subjected to a great deal of stress, with increasingly long journeys taken as more and more of us take to the road in our free time. In the UK, 2017 saw a boost in …
DENSO has released a video which explains the vital job in managing emissions and performance that oxygen sensors fulfil. The 10-minute, comprehensive presentation answers some of the key questions re…
DENSO has added 121 original equipment (OE) quality part numbers to its thermal management range. The latest references consist of 39 radiators, 76 condensers and six cabin blowers, which are linked t…
Diagnostics expert, Hella Gutmann Solutions (HGS) and online car repair marketplace, WhoCanFixMyCar.com, joined forces in August to provide motorists with the best diagnostic solution for their vehicl…
Midwest Motor Factors and Monmore Auto Parts have hosted their latest technical evening for independent garages at GTG Wolverhampton. More than 50 garage owners, technicians and apprentices attended…
LIQUI MOLY has strengthened its commitment to IntactGP and become main sponsor of the Moto2 racing team from the Allgä,u region. Next year, the team will compete in the Motorcycle World Championsh…
Another new alternator has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The alternator has an index number A0672S and is the product of the AS brand. The alternator belongs to the Standard line - 100% reliability and st…
Launch UK has unveiled its most advanced diagnostics tool to date, the X431 Eurotab II. The product comprises all the excellent features in the previous Eurotab model, but with many more features as…
Ring, the leading European lighting and automotive aftermarket specialist based in Leeds, is powering up its innovative range of lithium jump starters with the launch of the RPPL700 Jump Starter Power…
National Auto Parts has launched a brand new range of wheel cylinders for the automotive aftermarket. Launching with an initial range of 100 part numbers covering the most popular vehicles in the UK…
While much is being discussed about the important trend of ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs), these currently make-up less than 1% of the UK parc. While EV and hybrid vehicles are something all busi…
Autoparts Garage Equipment (AGE), one of the UK&rsquo,s leading suppliers of garage equipment, has launched a new Alloy Wheel Straightener. Available under the Ayce Systems Wheelrite brand the produ…
Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE) has become one of the first to market with a range of multicharge ignition coils, recently introduced on GDI (gasoline direct engines). Having grown its enginee…
&ldquo,This is the lowest viscosity oil that we have ever launched&rdquo,, explains Tim Keller, Export Area Manager at LIQUI MOLY and responsible for the UK and Irish market, when talking about the ne…
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have just released the next two chapters in their series on the 12V Lead Acid Battery: 12V Batteries - State of Charge (Parts 1 &, 2). Establishing th…
Geoffrey Atkinson OBE, former Chief Executive of Ben, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and family after a very short illness. He had been the victim of Alzheimers for a number of …
Standard Motor Products Europe has rebranded to SMP Europe to reflect the company&rsquo,s continued growth and development in the automotive industry. , The move to the new branding is designed …
Autocheck Car Care Centre in Dursley has become the 800th garage to join the AutoCare network. Autocheck is a loyal customer to its GROUPAUTO parts distributor, MGM Motor Components Ltd in Stroud. …
Excel Automotive Group (EAG) has agreed terms with A1 Motor Stores for the distribution of its own-branded wheel bearing kits, Suplex coil springs and Champion wiper blades. , Manufactured and te…
Visitors to NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd&rsquo,s stand at the Autosport International show have helped raise vital funds for a leading charity. The motorsport enthusiasts purchased a range of NGK mercha…
As renowned market leaders of new to range part number development for starter motors and alternators Autoelectro are delighted to announce a significant further investment in test equipment with the …
With &lsquo,Digital Light SSL | HD&rsquo,, the new high-resolution lighting system, HELLA, the lighting and electronics expert is making a further significant contribution to greater safety and comfor…
The IAAF has announced the dates and venues for its 2020 four-ball golf events with a new venue for the Midlands event. Northern Day Date: Wednesday 8th July 2020 Venue: Worsley Park Golf Course, …
MAHLE Powertrain has helped to launch an innovative new 20kW electric motor at the opening of a new Warwick, UK headquarters for Aeristech, the developer of the world&rsquo,s most power dense and effi…
Lesjö,fors Springs has introduced 56 new coil springs intensifying its new to range introductions for the benefit of the independent automotive aftermarket, and further strengthening its leading r…
National Auto Parts has added six new clutch kits and three service kits to its expanding product range. The new clutch kits are for the following applications: Ford Transit 2.2 TDCi (07-14), Ford…
NPA Motor Factors, the largest independent motor factor in north-east England, has reflected on how MAM's business management software has helped it develop and expand over recent years. The company i…
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system has become a central part of modern engine design as a result of government legislation to lower exhaust emissions. The system helps to moderate nitrogen oxi…
Following the acquisition of the entire shareholding in Behr Hella Service (BHS) by MAHLE Aftermarket, all existing BHS activities will be transferred to MAHLE on January 1, 2020. The new logistics ce…
LIQUI MOLY enjoys first place in the favor of readers of &ldquo,Sport Auto&rdquo,. They voted LIQUI MOLY the best oil brand for the third year in a row. In the German magazine &ldquo,Sport Auto&rdquo,…
Valeo has recently unveiled its autonomous, electric delivery droid prototype at CES 2020 in Las Vegas. The Valeo eDeliver4U was developed in partnership with Meituan Dianping, China&rsquo,s leading…
ZF Group has played an integral part in JCB&rsquo,s Fastrac storming into the record books after being crowned the world&rsquo,s fastest tractor with a speed of 135.191mph. The Fastrac - designed an…
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