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NAPA Launches Premium DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid

Date: Tuesday 17 January 2023

Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has expanded its Brake Fluid catalogue with the launch of a new DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid for premium performance. Brake fluid is essential to the safe function of t…

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Philips RacingVision GT200 is 2023 Auto Express Best Buy!

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

Philips RacingVision GT200 – the top-of-the-line halogen performance bulb in the Philips automotive lighting range – has taken top honors in Auto Express’ bulb mega-test for 2023. Up to 200% brighter …

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Klarius enhances rapid exhaust delivery across Ireland

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

Klarius Products is now offering 24-hour delivery for its exhausts in Northern Ireland and will be expanding availability across the Republic of Ireland (ROI) in Q2 of 2023. Irish distributors and sto…

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MAHLE proves its commitment to leading the market with the highest quality OE-quality products

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

MAHLE Aftermarket continues to prove itself as a leader in the market with the addition of over 700 new part numbers throughout 2022. The new products cover the brand’s leading categories across filtr…

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New video highlights what sets DENSO Hybrid wiper blades apart

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

DENSO, a globally recognised original equipment (OE) component manufacturer, has years of wiper blade expertise, producing blades for vehicle manufacturers such as BMW, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mazda, Suzu…

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TecAlliance launches new Partner Program

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

TecAlliance, the leading data management specialist in the independent automotive aftermarket, today announces its new TecAlliance Partner Program. The initiative supports software vendors and consult…

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Fil Filter online ordering

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

Fil Filter are pleased to announce that they are now available to order online for all customers.

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High-speed, easy-to-handle, long-life ball bearings from NSK

Date: Monday 16 January 2023

Applications that demand high running speeds, easy handling and long service life will benefit from NSK’s new four-point contact ball bearings. The innovative QJ series features a high-strength outer-…

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Heavy duty Exol engine oils secure latest ACEA specifications

Date: Wednesday 11 January 2023

Exol Lubricants’ Taurus Euro Plus 10W-40 and Euro FE Plus 5W-30 heavy-duty engine oils have been upgraded to meet specifications in the ACEA 2022 Oil Sequences for Heavy Duty Engines. ACEA’s new E8 an…

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First Line offers the solution for Renault Clio wiper motor failure

Date: Thursday 05 January 2023

Bad weather can cause myriad of issues for vehicles, as any technician will know, and with the Great British weather being very unpredictable, there is one issue that is guaranteed and therefore garag…

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Banner unveils optimised battery finder portal

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

Banner - one of Europe’s leading original equipment battery manufacturers – has launched an updated version of its online battery finder portal - www.bannerbatteryfinder.co.uk. Having invested in an i…

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Gain, Train and Retain – The Autotech Group Year in Numbers

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

Supporting the automotive aftermarket and creating solutions to bridge the talent gap has continued to be the overriding objective of Autotech Group in 2022. Suffice to say – it’s been a busy year. A …

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Schaeffler announces 2023 ‘REPXPERT Millionaires’ promotion

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of its award winning REPXPERT workshop technology support programme, Schaeffler is planning to reward three lucky members with one million points each during 2023, on…

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First Line Ltd. expands aftermarket ranges with 80 new products

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

All-makes automotive aftermarket specialist First Line Ltd.’s latest range expansion has introduced 80 new references to the company’s product ranges. The company’s continuous research and development…

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SMP Europe reveals range expansion of 199 references

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

A range expansion from engine management and ignition specialists, SMP Europe, has added a further 199 products to the company’s extensive product portfolio. SMP Europe’s continuous research and devel…

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WAI range expansion delivers new rotating electrics references

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

Leading rotating electrics supplier WAI has expanded its range of starter motors and alternators with the addition of five new parts. To meet the exacting quality demands of the UK aftermarket and the…

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Flat, efficient and scalable: HELLA brings FlatLight technology into series production as daytime running light

Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023

Automotive supplier HELLA, operating under the umbrella of the FORVIA Group, has received another major customer order for its innovative FlatLight concept and will transfer the lighting technology, w…

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Ensure your garage is prepared for winter with Autowork Online

Date: Monday 19 December 2022

Winter is here and car owners are busy preparing for the cold months ahead. Winter tyres are being purchased, good quality lights are being considered to combat the early nightfall and health checks a…

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FuelParts and Marathon Warehouse Distribution announce huge range expansion

Date: Monday 19 December 2022

SMP Europe and Marathon Warehouse Distribution, the leading distributor of its FuelParts brand in the UK, have announced a large expansion of range portfolio and availability, as the engine management…

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MAHLE extends leading mechatronics range for LCVs

Date: Monday 19 December 2022

MAHLE Aftermarket UK has introduced 25 new starter motor references and 33 alternators to its leading LCV mechatronics product portfolio. The aftermarket specialist is committed to regularly updating …

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DENSO updates and refreshes its passenger car and light commercial vehicle wiper blade catalogue

Date: Monday 19 December 2022

In addition to wiper blade styles, sizes and applications, following the production of a recent explanatory video, the publication also addresses attachment fixings on wiper arms and the differences b…

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Glen Callum Associates’ ‘Aftermarket Talent Club’ offers discretion when job searching

Date: Wednesday 14 December 2022

In a commitment to retain top talent in the industry, Glen Callum Associates (GCA) has introduced an exclusive initiative, the ‘Aftermarket Talent Club’, designed to assist senior-level professionals …

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SSL | HD: HELLA further expands market leading position in chip-based headlamp technologies

Date: Wednesday 14 December 2022

HELLA, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella brand, continues to expand its market leading position in the field of digital, chip-based headlamp systems. Not only has the company…

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You can rely on NGK this winter

Date: Monday 12 December 2022

Ignition specialist NGK works tirelessly to help its distributors and their garage customers cope with the increased winter demand for glow plugs for diesel powered vehicles. The winter months are the…

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Ho-ho-holy reindeers! Comline launches Christmas competition

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

Comline is feeling festive and in the mood to spread Christmas cheer by giving away 12 stocking-fillers, including the grand prize of an XBOX Series S, in its latest Facebook competition. The all-make…

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KYB 12 Days of Christmas

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

KYB Europe is helping distributors and workshops to get into the festive spirit by giving them the chance to win fantastic prizes in a 12 Days of Christmas competition! From December 12th, KYB custome…

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Launch Tech reveals new X-PROG3 key programming device

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

Aftermarket diagnostics equipment supplier Launch Tech UK has revealed the X-PROG3, a new vehicle programming tool to provide powerful anti-theft system coverage and engine and gearbox reprogramming c…

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Autotech Training goes the extra mile for the Shetland Island’s Council

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

Demonstrating its flexible approach to delivering its training courses – Autotech Training has travelled 26 hours, covering almost 800 miles by car and ferry to reach the northernmost region of the UK…

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OSRAM launches new automotive product catalogue with latest car, motorcycle, and truck lighting ranges

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

Global lighting and bulb specialist, OSRAM, has released its latest product catalogue covering its expanded range of automotive lighting products. The new global catalogue is a comprehensive guide to …

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Preventing electrical erosion of bearings in EV drivetrains

Date: Tuesday 06 December 2022

NSK is currently developing a new and cost-effective way of preventing electrical erosion in the drivetrains of electric vehicles (EVs). Based on a unique method of producing a patented plastic over-m…

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You can't Getz a better replacement exhaust part than a Klarius!

Date: Monday 05 December 2022

There are now 26 new parts available from Klarius Products, including catalytic converters (CATs) for the Hyundai Getz. In order to ensure the availability of high-quality emission control components …

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LKQ Euro Car Parts expands Starline range of transmission products

Date: Monday 05 December 2022

LKQ Euro Car Parts has introduced a new range of steering and transmission products under the Starline brand. Exclusively available to LKQ Euro Car Parts customers, the new Starline range includes dri…

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Servant Leadership: A next level approach to creating a culture of success

Date: Friday 02 December 2022

The best work relationships are partnerships. In this webinar, leadership coach Roberto Dal Corso shares key leadership concepts. You’ll discover that servant leadership is a journey that includes bot…

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TechMan offers five top tips for improving garage efficiency

Date: Friday 02 December 2022

Leading garage management system, TechMan, has revealed its top five tips for garages to improve efficiency and grow their business. Terry Dorney, Managing Director at TechMan explains: “As a garage o…

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DR!VE+ Filters gains garage respect for quality and cost-saving credentials

Date: Monday 28 November 2022

Thousands of DR!VE+ Filters are being fitted to cars every day in the UK as workshops opt for the new OE-matching range of air, cabin, fuel and oil filters exclusively from GSF Car Parts. Launched ear…

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Rectangular 4:3 field of illumination of new ams OSRAM IR LEDs cuts cost and raises performance of cabin monitoring systems

Date: Monday 28 November 2022

ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in optical solutions, has introduced the first members of the OSLON® Black family of infrared (IR) LEDs with a rectangular beam that matches the 4:3 aspect ratio …

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Arnold Clark Autoparts launches EV brochure for future of mobility

Date: Thursday 24 November 2022

Arnold Clark Autoparts has launched a new Electric Vehicle (EV) Consumables brochure, as the leading national motor factor looks to the future of mobility and market demands. The electric vehicle mark…

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BM Catalysts range expansion furthers coverage by 1.3 million vehicles

Date: Wednesday 23 November 2022

Europe’s leading manufacturer of aftermarket hot end emissions products, BM Catalysts, has expanded its product range with 12 new references. BM Catalysts’ latest additions are compatible with 77 vehi…

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Tenneco’s DRiV™ Motorparts business introduces Walker® replacement SCR systems for more than 1 400,000 passenger vehicles

Date: Tuesday 22 November 2022

Tenneco’s DRiV™ Motorparts business has announced the availability of Walker® replacement selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems for more than 1 400,000 passenger vehicles in operation across Eur…

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Apec add a huge 88 lines to their braking range this November

Date: Tuesday 22 November 2022

A huge 88 lines have been added to the ever-expanding Apec braking range in this November. As part of Apec's continuous commitment to innovation, this month see’s the introduction of 6 brake discs tha…

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New-for-2023 wall planners now available from First Line Ltd.

Date: Tuesday 22 November 2022

First Line Ltd. has unveiled its 2023 wall planners for the automotive aftermarket, meaning garages and motor factors can now plan for the New Year and display First Line or Borg & Beck branding d…

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NAPA adds new filters to comprehensive filtration range

Date: Tuesday 22 November 2022

Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has expanded its filtration catalogue with the addition of 33 new part numbers, taking NAPA Filtration to over 1,150 SKUs. Filtration forms a key part of every…

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Check out the Verso-tile range from Klarius!

Date: Tuesday 22 November 2022

The Klarius Products range now features 45 new parts, including a catalytic converter (CAT) for the Toyota Verso-S. With more than 11,000 references already offered with next morning UK delivery, Klar…

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SMP Europe highlights importance of replacing ignition leads in winter

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

Engine management specialists SMP Europe is urging technicians to ensure they are replacing ignition leads this MOT season, as the cold, wet months can accelerate the deterioration of ignition leads. …

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TMD Friction celebrates long-standing relationship with Questmead on the circuit and stages

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

TMD Friction’s legendary racing braking brand, Mintex Racing, is the product of choice across the UK motorsport sector, from both circuit racing to rallying – with Mintex Racing pads the specification…

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Exposure to changing weather hastens need for replacement wiper blades, says First Line Ltd.

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

Automotive aftermarket supplier First Line Ltd. has reminded drivers and technicians to inspect and replace where necessary vehicle windscreen wiper blades, as changeable weather conditions become mor…

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SMP Europe gets technical: Fuel Vapour Valves explained

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

A relatively new component, a Fuel Vapour Valve (FVV) is an electronically heated glow plug, situated prior to the catalytic converter in the exhaust gas stream. Its main purpose is to improve the reg…

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First Line Ltd. provides a range of timing belt kits with integrated water pump

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

Automotive aftermarket supplier First Line Ltd. provides the independent aftermarket with an original equipment (OE) specification range of Timing Belt Kits with Water Pumps under its premium First Li…

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Ring tyre inflators receive best buy and recommended titles in Auto Express tests

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

Ring Automotive’s 12V tyre inflators have received plaudits in the latest product tests in Auto Express, with Ring’s RTC1000 being awarded the title’s Best Buy title and the RTC450 a recommended statu…

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Electric cars brake reliably with LIQUI MOLY

Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022

Many things are different for hybrid and all-electric vehicles than for cars with conventional combustion engines. This applies to the drive as well as to the parts that ensure that the acceleration g…

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