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Ring Automotive hails UK Garage & Bodyshop event 2022 a hit
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
Ring Automotive has hailed the industry’s first UK Garage and Bodyshop Event a huge success, with garage and bodyshop owners flocking in their thousands to visit the highly anticipated event. Over the…
Arnold Clark Autoparts expands Disctech braking range
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
Arnold Clark Autoparts has revamped its Disctech brake disc product line, delivering high-end braking for passenger car applications and fulfilling the latest R90 safety requirements. The new zinc coa…
First Line Ltd. expands range with 51 new references
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
Automotive aftermarket supplier First Line Ltd. has expanded its product offering with 51 new references across various product categories, including Steering and Suspension, Wheel Bearings, Filters, …
Ring launches Xenon200 counter display unit
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
Ring Automotive has launched the Xenon200 counter display unit, containing twin packs of the award-winning H7 and H4 Xenon200 brighter upgrade headlamp bulbs. Ring’s BU0200 Xenon200 Counter Display Un…
There’s still time to win mega points by fitting NTK sensors
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
There’s still time for UK workshops to take advantage of NGK’s latest sensors promotion. The company has been offering members of its BoxClever independent garage loyalty scheme a massive incentive to…
Women in Engineering Day: Hayley Pells MSc CAE FIMI, Head of Garage IAAF
Date: Friday 24 June 2022
Thursday 23 June was International Women in Engineering Day (IWED), a global day celebrating the amazing work that female engineers around the world are doing to support lives and livelihoods every da…
Nickel price volatility could damage turbocharger quality, warns Melett
Date: Wednesday 22 June 2022
Turbocharger specialist, Melett is warning the UK automotive industry to maintain quality, as soaring raw material prices are seeing the cost of components rise. The office for national statistics sai…
Garage sees new enquiries increase tenfold following new website launch
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Bootle Motor Company, an independent garage in Liverpool, is celebrating a milestone after its website reached over 400k Google search page one appearances in just 10 months of going live. The family …
Brayden races to milestone victory at Donington
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
NGK-sponsored motorcycle star Brayden Elliott is celebrating a famous victory in the 2022 Pirelli National Superstock championship. The Australian followed up his second place for the CFS Filtration N…
Aftermarket parts price increases…
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Unlike other industries that have already seen massive increases, Klarius has so far used its extensive UK stock of exhaust systems, components and accessories to limit price rises to the aftermarket.…
NGK Speedway stars in a strong position after podium places
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
NGK-sponsored Speedway stars sit in a strong position in the race for the 2022 World Championship title following back-to-back rounds in Germany and the Czech Republic. Sweden’s Freddie Lindgren is in…
McGuinness stars on return to Isle of Man TT
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Motorcycling legend John McGuinness – who is sponsored by ignition and sensor specialist NGK – celebrated his 100th start at the Isle of Man TT Races on Saturday with a fine fifth place in the six-lap…
GSF Car Parts opens two new branches in Cornwall
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
National motor factor GSF Car Parts continued its period of expansion by opening new Cornish branches in Saltash and Camborne. These latest openings take GSF to eight new branches in the last three mo…
Ring electrifies EV cable market with high-end premium copper for high efficiency
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Ring Automotive has sounded a reminder to electric vehicle (EV) users of the importance of using good quality charging cables as the cost of electricity increases. The range of Ring charging cables ar…
First Line Ltd. expands electric vehicle product offering
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Automotive aftermarket parts specialist First Line Ltd. has continued to expand its electric vehicle (EV) product offering, with over 1,000 references now applied to fully electric vehicles across ove…
Yuasa expand popular YBX EFB range with next generation YBX7012 EFB battery
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
GS Yuasa have expanded their market-leading Yuasa YBX battery range with the launch of a new Enhanced Flooded (EFB) next generation automotive battery. The Yuasa YBX7012 EFB Start-Stop battery is now …
Delphi Technologies Academy offers invaluable Security Gateway insight to the aftermarket
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
The Delphi Technologies Academy adds Security Gateway training, giving the aftermarket an insight that is needed to access and update vital data inside the newest vehicles, and win business traditiona…
MAHLE offers customers the right fit with additional parts
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has introduced an additional 27 MAHLE original spare parts to its ever-growing range, offering customers the best in OE quality. The aftermarket specialist is committed to expandi…
Successful MEYLE HD concept: new and environmentally friendly workshop solutions in our anniversary year
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
In the year 2002, the spare parts specialist introduced the first technically enhanced MEYLE HD part. To mark its 20th anniversary, the Hamburg-based experts have set course for the future of their HD…
Specialist turbocharger network brings latest innovations to Autopromotec Bologna 2022
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Melett’s Authorised Service Centre (ASC) network of highly qualified turbocharger repairers recently demonstrated its commitment to quality at Autopromotec Bologna on 25th - 28th May. A key highlight …
Clean diesel particulate filters will help in push for reduced emissions, says Fueltone Pro
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Renewed focus has been put on emissions and net zero as the UK marks Clean Air Day 2022, however fuel additive agent Fueltone Pro says solutions are already available to reduce vehicle emissions. With…
MAHLE highlights importance of quality filtration on Clean Air Day
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
As this year’s Clean Air Day, taking place on 16th June, is putting a focus on travel, MAHLE Aftermarket is pointing to the importance of opting for quality when it comes to filtration. This Clean Air…
DENSO sponsored hybrid hypercar triumphs again at Le Mans
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
In the 90th Le Mans 24 Hours, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing took first and second to extend its winning run to five at the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe, with the leading DENSO sponsored GR010 HYBRID, completi…
Corteco new-to-range: SEAL RING, VALVE STEM #49489921
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Corteco have increased our range of OIL SEAL parts for IVECO. Our products are designed to meet the highest quality standards and are manufactured using the latest production methods. For more informa…
HELLA recruits Ian Boyle as its UK Sales & Marketing Director
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
HELLA, the renowned original equipment (OE) manufacturer and system supplier, has appointed experienced aftermarket professional Ian Boyle to the position of Sales & Marketing Director for its aft…
UKS business partnership with TRICO doubles in size in a year
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
UKS has been working in partnership with TRICO for a little over three years, however the past year has seen a huge growth in sales of the TRICO blade offerings and this month alone has been a record-…
Comline Richardson Racing secures back-to-back Porsche Carrera Cup GB wins
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Comline Richardson Racing and title partner, Comline Auto Parts, have been victorious for the second successive weekend in the Porsche Carrera Cup GB following a dominant win by Will Martin in the ope…
Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
AMR is the further development of the AGV, a driverless transport system. Since the start of the 2000s, AGVs have been deployed in warehouses, but they need help along their route from rack to rack to…
“Distruptions are a dream for experts”
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Dr. Matthias Sckuhr, COO of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, talks about lean processes, historic trends and the role of employees. The road to sustainability includes higher energy efficiency and lo…
Uninterrupted lightness [Freudenberg Sealing Technologies]
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
We have developed various cost-effective alternatives for large-scale production(Volker Schroiff, Director, Technology Management, at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies) Plastics can do more than just i…
Blue Print and febi-sponsored Butel fights through pack at Oulton Park
Date: Monday 20 June 2022
Blue Print and febi-sponsored driver Jack Butel fought through a challenging British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) race weekend at Cheshire circuit Oulton Park on 11-12 June. Butel’s strong performa…
Omid signs up to AFTERmarket party of the year
Date: Friday 17 June 2022
Award winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili has been signed up to entertain guests at the IAAF Annual Awards Dinner, held on 8 December 2022 at DoubleTree Hilton, Milton Keynes. Omid has appeared in…
IAAF Activity Report w-e 17 June 2022
Date: Friday 17 June 2022
A summary of some of the activities undertaken by the IAAF Secretariat on behalf of the membership and the wider aftermarket during what has been yet another extremely busy week. IAAF has intensified …
Plug-in grant for cars to end as focus moves to improving electric vehicle charging
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
The government has closed the plug-in car grant scheme with effect from 14 June to new orders after successfully kickstarting the UK’s electric car revolution and supporting the sale of nearly half a …
Bob Sockl, RIP
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
It is with great sadness that we we learned of the death of the founder of Aftermarket magazine, Bob Sockl, who passed away last weekend aged 75, following a long illness. Bob was born in London in 19…
New appointment at Motul UK - Has Tahier, Technical Specialist
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
Motul is delighted to announce the appointment of Hasanaat Tahier, who takes up the role as Motul UK Technical Specialist, with immediate effect. This is the latest move in Motul’s strengthening of it…
Stellantis to launch “Freedom of Mobility Forum” to address the most urgent mobility issues facing today’s society
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
Stellantis N.V. has announced the “Freedom of Mobility Forum,” a yearly open meeting of passionate problem-solvers committed to fact-based decision making that identifies how to bring clean, safe, and…
Is it time you had your own MOT?
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
During Men’s Health Week and Ben, the automotive industry charity, has been encouraging everyone in the automotive community, (not just the guys), to take an MOT test. Not for their vehicle, but a per…
Hamilton celebrates strongest BTCC performance
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
NGK customers have enjoyed a great day out watching British racing driver Nic Hamilton in action in the 2022 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). Hamilton is an Ambassador for the ignitio…
SMP Europe brings colour to Ice Hockey World Championships
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
Automotive engineering specialist SMP Europe has embraced the passion and excitement of this year’s International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships in Finland, being main sponsor for th…
Melett's “Inside tag” highlights network strength at Motortec Madrid 2022
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
Turbocharger specialist, Melett, enjoyed a successful Motortec Madrid 2022, bringing together its Authorised Service Centre (ASC) network and showcasing the new ‘Melett Inside’ quality tag concept. Wi…
Ring Automotive gives new recyclable packaging the green light
Date: Thursday 16 June 2022
As part of its ongoing commitment to embrace environmentally friendly packaging options, Ring Automotive has announced that a whole host of its upgrade halogen bulb ranges will be launched in its new …
Data quality ensures success in the automotive aftermarket
Date: Tuesday 14 June 2022
Correct, standardised and up-to-date product information is the key to success in e-commerce. Only with high-quality data can users quickly find the correct replacement part at the point of sale. This…
Exol-sponsored Worcester Warriors win dramatic Premiership Rugby Cup final
Date: Tuesday 14 June 2022
Exol Lubricants-sponsored rugby union side Worcester Warriors won a nail-biting Premiership Rugby Cup final after extra time on tries scored. Warriors were down 18 points to 25 against London Irish at…
For the twelfth time in a row: HELLA is voted "Best Brand" at ETM Readers' Awards
Date: Tuesday 14 June 2022
HELLA, an internationally positioned automotive supplier and a FORVIA Group company, has once again - for the twelfth time in succession - been voted "Best Brand" in this year's EuroTransportMedia (ET…
Ring scoops six accolades in Auto Express product awards
Date: Tuesday 14 June 2022
Ring Automotive’s ongoing drive for quality has resulted in the brand winning two awards categories, and a commendation in a further four, in Auto Express’ annual product awards. Ring’s Xenon200 took …
Thousands attend the inaugural UK Garage & Bodyshop Event
Date: Tuesday 14 June 2022
The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event has received widespread praise from the automotive aftermarket community, achieving a staggering 3538 business owners over two days. The event, held from 8 to 9 June, …
LKQ reinvents its corporate identity to reflect its role as an automotive aftermarket leader
Date: Monday 13 June 2022
LKQ Europe has unveiled its new logo and branding that reflect its position as a global and innovative leader in the European automotive aftermarket. The new branding across the whole group will allow…
Successful fairs in Kenya and Italy!
Date: Monday 13 June 2022
The last two weeks have been very busy for our company - there were two major automotive events. Our employees represented us at the Autoexpo in Nairobi and Autopromotec in Bologna. We started the tra…
First trade fair appearance under the FORVIA umbrella brand: HELLA and Faurecia jointly presented technologies for the mobility of tomorrow in Japan
Date: Monday 13 June 2022
Following the successful takeover of HELLA by Faurecia, the two companies made their first joint appearance at an automotive trade fair under the new, overarching umbrella brand FORVIA. As a factual g…
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