Product News
Ring introduces new, brighter colours for its inspection lamp
Date: Wednesday 01 March 2023
To further assist technicians in their everyday work lives, in addition to the existing classic black, Ring’s MAGflex Mini LED Inspection Lamp, RIL6100, will now also be available in blue and yellow, …
BM Catalysts’ latest range expansion adds further SCR references
Date: Wednesday 01 March 2023
Europe’s leading manufacturer of aftermarket hot end emissions products, BM Catalysts has expanded its range with 23 new part numbers, including seven new Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) references…
FAI Automotive streamlines Timing Chain Kit contents
Date: Wednesday 01 March 2023
Premium-quality parts supplier, FAI Automotive, has announced that it is simplifying its Timing Chain Kit (TCK) contents to create just three derivatives per application, making it easier for customer…
HELLA manufactures 500 millionth accelerator pedal sensor
Date: Thursday 23 February 2023
HELLA, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella brand, has surpassed the mark of 500 million electronic accelerator pedal sensors. The first accelerator pedal sensors rolled off the…
Latest advanced Roar Polishing finishing range now available at Autosupplies
Date: Thursday 23 February 2023
The Autosupplies Group has expanded its range of Roar Polishing detailing products, now including refinishing compounds geared towards resprayers and the repair industry. Popular with technicians, res…
Racing pedigree Mintex MINI Challenge brake discs available for the road
Date: Wednesday 22 February 2023
High performance Mintex brake discs forged by thousands of miles of testing on the racing circuit are now available to drivers and technicians for road-going MINI cars. TMD Friction’s legendary Mintex…
Ring wins the Auto Express mini test for inspection lamps!
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
Ring’s MAGflex Utility Inspection Lamp, RIL3700HP, has won Auto Express’s inspection lamps mini test alongside two other products, a great endorsement of the product, as the Auto Express experts put t…
LKQ Euro Car Parts announces new partnership for Starline brand with One Motorsport BTCC team
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
Starline powered by LKQ Euro Car Parts has agreed a two-year partnership deal with One Motorsport, which has also signed Aiden Moffat to drive this season alongside reigning Independent Drivers’ Champ…
TRICO is OE on a range of new BMWs!
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
Original equipment (OE) wiper blade manufacturer, TRICO, has announced that its rear arm and wiper blade have been chosen for the new BMW X1, 2 Series Active Tourer and iX models. The blade and arm us…
TecAlliance streamlines digital service book entries for workshops
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
TecAlliance, the leading data expert in the automotive aftermarket, has announced the latest updates to its TecRMI Service Book platform. The solution offers a simple and standardised process for reco…
Diesel Technic Product Portrait: 10.44226 Load sensitive valve
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
The automatic load-dependent brake force regulator has the task of making the braking effect of a truck dependent on the load condition of the vehicle. With a heavy load, the brakes are applied more a…
Banner Connects with The Shortis Group in power partnership
Date: Monday 20 February 2023
Leading European manufacturer of original equipment batteries and battery accessories, Banner, has entered into a major new product distribution agreement with The Shortis Group, one of the UK’s forem…
New remote transmission cleaner puts power into workshop
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Premium diagnostics and high-end automotive equipment supplier Launch Tech has revealed its new automatic transmission cleaner, CAT-601S, helping workshops effectively and profitably maintain vehicle …
TechMan partners with WhoCanFixMyCar.com to streamline bookings
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Garages can increase bookings and workshop efficiency with TechMan’s latest integration, as the garage management system brand partners with WhoCanFixMyCar.com. TechMan’s new WhoCanFixMyCar.com featur…
Apec braking just got BIGGER!
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
An incredible 109 lines have been added the Apec braking range in February, designed and manufactured to the same exacting standards customers can expect from Apec. This month’s range extension consis…
Banner parades more giveaway goodies
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Maintaining the brand visibility of Banner – Europe’s leading manufacturer of batteries and battery accessories - remains a cornerstone of the company’s success here in the UK. And what better way of …
Textar expands braking product ranges with new references
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK has expanded its Textar aftermarket braking product lines with the introduction of new brake pad, disc, and ABS sensor references. Textar has introduced eight new br…
Mintex launches new brake pads and discs
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Aftermarket braking specialist TMD Friction UK has introduced four new brake pads and three new brake discs to its Mintex product portfolio, to ensure garages can offer Mintex quality across more vehi…
Gulf Lubricants listed by Marathon Warehouse Distribution
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Rossmore Lubricants, official Distributor of Gulf Lubricants throughout the UK & Ireland, is delighted to announce that the brand will now be available through Marathon Warehouse Distribution. Thi…
Melett urges technicians to think ‘turbo’ this winter
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
The trusted aftermarket brand for precision engineered turbochargers and parts, Melett, is urging technicians to stay on top of turbo maintenance this winter and has offered best practice tips to help…
Schaeffler and BILSTEIN extend cooperation on REPXPERT garage portal
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Schaeffler and BILSTEIN have offered joint technical training on chassis systems for several years, extending this partnership by collaborating on the REPXPERT garage portal in June 2021. After comple…
Aftermarket emission controls being ignored in battle against air pollution, says Fueltone
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
The introduction of clean air zones in Newcastle and Sheffield are important methods to reduce air pollution, but solutions already exist to minimise harmful vehicle emissions, say fuel additive speci…
Melett offers love letter to technicians with best turbocharger tips this Valentine’s Day
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
Precision engineered turbocharger specialist Melett is reminding technicians of top tips on how to ensure their turbo story has a fairy tale ending this Valentine’s Day. As manufacturers build smaller…
Muller Filter enjoys continued growth through UKS and the product range is now included on MAM
Date: Tuesday 14 February 2023
A comprehensive range of Muller Filter is now available through UKS. UKS Managing Director Geoff Jones commented: “We knew we wanted filtration as part of our UKS product offering and looked at all op…
Introducing TechMate: The Direct Automotive Technical Service
Date: Monday 13 February 2023
Automotive aftermarket distributor Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) has announced the launch of its freshly rebranded technical specialist service, TechMate, in February 2023. Supporting the private la…
Exacting research and development programme delivers 137 new Mintex references in 2022
Date: Monday 06 February 2023
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK’s renowned braking brand Mintex introduced 137 new parts during 2022, to offer coverage to more of the vehicle parc than ever before. Technicians are now able to pro…
GS Yuasa International Ltd. announce collaboration with Honda to develop lithium-ion batteries
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
GS Yuasa International Ltd., the parent company of GS Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd., has announced the signing of an agreement with Honda Motor Co. Ltd. to develop high-capacity, high-output lithium-ion b…
Corteco: New to range products - January 2023
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Corteco have increased our range of vibration control parts and oil seals for vehicles such as: AUDI, BMW, FORD, HYUNDAI, MAZDA, MERCEDES, NISSAN, PEUGEOT, RENAULT, TOYOTA, VAUXHALL, VOLVO TRUCKS, VW.…
Flexible problem solving – Klarius flexi-pipes can help save £1,000+ on repairs
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
For garages, being able to offer a cost-effective repair quickly is crucial to keeping customers happy. With the current financial pressures on households, helping motorists to avoid expensive whole s…
FAI Automotive reveals new references for 2023
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Premium-quality parts supplier, FAI Automotive, has kicked off the new year by introducing 20 new references to its leading product portfolio, to continue to meet market demand. Providing the Aftermar…
First Line Ltd. range expansions exceed 700 newly introduced parts in 2022
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Over the last 12 months, all-makes automotive aftermarket specialist First Line Ltd. introduced 707 new references to its ranges, including Steering and Suspension, Braking, Wheel Bearings, Filters, C…
Service Assist solves key pain point for garages
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Garage management system specialist, TechMan, is enhancing the communication between garages and motorists with its Service Assist Tool, which enables garages to simplify one of the great pain points …
First Line Ltd. grows drivetrain portfolio with launch of CV Joint and Driveshaft ranges
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
First Line Ltd., via its renowned Borg & Beck brand, has launched an extensive range of premium-quality Constant Velocity (CV) Joints and Driveshafts, complementing its broad range of CV Boot Kits…
Marathon announces new air suspension range from Arnott
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Marathon Warehouse Distribution are delighted to announce a new partnership with Arnott, the global leader in aftermarket air suspension products, to distribute their products across the UK. The Arnot…
JURATEK extends popular braking product portfolio
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Leading brake supplier, JURATEK, has expanded its extensive braking component product range with the addition of two brake discs, two brake pads, 29 calipers, five new wear indicators and one new brak…
LKQ Euro Car Parts fires up Starline expansion with starter motor and alternators
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
LKQ Euro Car Parts has further expanded its Starline range of products as it continues to broaden its product offering to the independent aftermarket. Available exclusively to LKQ Euro Cart Parts cust…
Textar brake product range expanded in 2022 with 167 new references
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
TMD Friction UK’s braking brand Textar delivered 167 new references throughout 2022 offering wider vehicle parc coverage than ever before, following its uncompromising approach to research and develop…
Fuel additives and engine treatments increasing in demand as motorists seek preventative measures
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Technicians and motorists are turning to fuel additives and engine treatments to prevent issues on vehicles worsening and avoid the inflated, associated costs of bigger problems requiring repair. Aber…
Klarius starts the year with a popularity contest… Fiat versus Toyota
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
New exhaust system components added to the Klarius range for January 2023 include parts for the 2006 Fiat Ducato and the 2017 Toyota Yaris, but which is more popular? Click here to view the latest par…
ZF announces partnership with mobility provider Beep to bring new-generation autonomous Level 4 shuttle to US market
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
ZF unveils its next generation shuttle for autonomous driving in urban environments and mixed traffic at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas/ Nevada, USA. The next generation complem…
Keeping up with the crossovers
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Love them or hate them, crossovers are the latest automotive success story. Following in the illustrious footsteps of SUVs, MPVs and hatchbacks in the popular consciousness of UK motorists – one brand…
Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals Goliath battery price freeze
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Leading motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has frozen the price of its popular Goliath batteries, to beat rising prices and support customers with the best deals on the market. With every battery pur…
Do you know the symptoms of a failing wheel bearing? Comline has the answer!
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Technicians need to be aware of the symptoms that could point to a deteriorating wheel bearing, according to Comline Auto Parts (Comline). Steering judder, reduced acceleration, grinding, unevenly wor…
Apec Automotive launches premium brake & clutch fluid range
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer Apec has officially launched a new range of Brake & Clutch Fluid to provide consistently high performance from bottle to brake. Brake fade can negatively impact…
A huge 85 new lines added to the Apec Braking range this January
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
January sees another incredible expansion of the Apec Braking range with 85 new lines added, giving it greater coverage and customers another reason to choose Apec. The range extension includes, 5 bra…
Exol announces latest oil specification upgrade as it evolves with the market
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Leading lubricants supplier, Exol, has updated the specification of its Optima LSBM 0W-30 (M514) oil as the brand proves its commitment to constantly advancing products to cover the ever-growing vehic…
TecRMI Repair Case: Mini
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
TecRMI have issued their latest bulletin "What the Fix?!" for models of MINIs.
Climate-friendly and recyclable: NALYSES research project develops sustainable headlamp
Date: Thursday 26 January 2023
HELLA is researching, in collaboration with industry partners, how headlights can be designed to be more climate friendly. To this end, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella bran…
TRICO is OE on the new Volkswagen T7 and ID Buzz!
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
Wiper blade manufacturer, TRICO, has announced that it is the original equipment (OE) manufacturer for front and rear wiper blades on the Volkswagen T7 and ID Buzz. The ID Buzz, which is an electric v…
Diesel Technic update for the truck driver's door
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
In the latest workshop video, the Parts Specialists from Diesel Technic take a look at the mechanics and associated components of the truck driver’s door. This time, the duo consists of workshop profe…
