Product News
Demonstrator delivery vehicle for innovative new hydrogen fuel cell technology nears debut
Date: Friday 14 May 2021
The first demonstrator vehicle for a novel new hydrogen fuel cell technology is in development by MAHLE Powertrain. As integration partner to hydrogen fuel cell specialist, Bramble Energy, MAHLE Power…
Autotech Training offers IMI accredited air conditioning courses
Date: Wednesday 12 May 2021
Autotech Training is now offering IMI accredited courses to make technicians skilled in repairing and servicing vehicle air conditioning systems, and help garages meet regulations surrounding fluorina…
Further honours for Philips new generation RacingVision GT200
Date: Thursday 06 May 2021
Introduced in Autumn of 2020 the new Philips RacingVision GT200 - with up to +200%[1] brighter light - was taking plaudits only weeks after its launch, by securing coveted “Recommended Buy” status by …
Launch Tech UK diagnostic devices approved for Fiat licence
Date: Thursday 06 May 2021
Launch Tech UK has been approved by the Fiat Chrysler Automobile (FCA) group for an official security gateway (SGW) licence, for its diagnostic devices to perform diagnostic functions previously block…
HELLA brings latest passenger car 77GHz radar technology into series production
Date: Thursday 06 May 2021
With more than 90 million 24GHz sensors, HELLA, the internationally positioned automotive supplier, is one of the world's largest radar sensor suppliers. With the introduction of the 77GHz radar senso…
New A3553S alternator in AS-PL offer
Date: Tuesday 04 May 2021
Another new alternator has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The alternator has an index number A3553S and is the product of the AS brand. The alternator belongs to the Standard line - 100% reliability and st…
Mintex adds new products to its expanding range
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Leading aftermarket braking brand Mintex has added two new brake pads and five new brake discs to its expanding product range. The new brake pads cover popular Kia applications including Sedona III, P…
Steering & Suspension ‘Tea-break Training’ highlights safety critical nature of chassis system
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
The Schaeffler REPXPERT technical team used this week’s online ‘Tea-break training’ sessions to raise awareness about its latest range of FAG Steering & Suspension components, to technicians from …
“The vehicle interior is increasingly boosting the feel-good factor"
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Interior lighting products from HELLA, the lighting and electronics expert, offer various options for creating a vehicle-specific interior design and indeed a thoroughly unique experience. The company…
New Toyota exhausts cruise onto the aftermarket
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
New exhausts are now available to fit the Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.3 crossover, Toyota Auris 1.4 and 2.0 hatchback as well as the Toyota Verso TR MPV. There are also replacements to fit the Vauxhall Zaf…
OurVirtualAcademy release final chapter in course on High Voltage Design Concepts
Date: Thursday 29 April 2021
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have released the final chapter in their course on High Voltage Design Concepts and Safety Systems: ISOLATION MONITORING - The Capacitor Resistor Circuit.…
TechMan to play key part in First Stop network expansion
Date: Thursday 22 April 2021
Garage Management System, TechMan is to be offered out to the First Stop network of fast fit centres as part of a brand-new retail value proposition and is set to play a vital part in its plans to gro…
Textar launches new brake discs for CV market
Date: Thursday 22 April 2021
TMD Friction, through its Textar brand, has introduced 70 new brake disc references for the commercial vehicle (CV) aftermarket, to meet the demand for optimum braking performance and safety. Textar’s…
NSK, the driving force behind NWG
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2021
The NSK plant in Munderkingen, Germany, specialises in manufacturing the company’s full range of double row ball bearings, around 30% of which carry the NWG (Neuweg) branding. Double row ball bearings…
Gates webinars
Date: Friday 16 April 2021
Gates are hosting a series of monthly webinars to cover Technical/Product Training across our ranges. They are open to both distributors and repairers. This months focus is ‘Coolant Hose’ with the ses…
MAHLE introduces new filters for future mobility
Date: Friday 16 April 2021
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has introduced new filtration references for electric and hybrid vehicles. The additions include 75 cabin filters for electric vehicles and 125 cabin filters, 55 oil filters, 75 a…
New WAI Electric Atomiser helps businesses return to ‘new normal’
Date: Thursday 15 April 2021
As the UK heads out of lockdown, WAI UK is continuing to offer reassurance and encourage safe and responsible trade with the launch of its new Steri-7 Electric Atomiser. The innovative tool provides t…
TecAlliance simplifies management of trading group meetings for suppliers
Date: Thursday 15 April 2021
Parts manufacturers dealing with international trading groups often struggle to adequately prepare meetings at big ITG events. TecAlliance, one of the world’s leading data specialists for the digital …
New starter S5469S in AS-PL offer
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
Another new starter has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The starter has an index number S5469S and is the product of the AS brand. The starter belongs to the Standard line - 100% reliability and starts rate…
Delphi Technologies is first-to-market with OE-spec brake pads for new Citroën and SsangYong models
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
Delphi Technologies has continued its first-to-market brake pad offensive with two more applications now available to the aftermarket. The company has announced that new OE-specification brake pads ar…
Lesjofors launch 35 new coil spring references
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
Lesjofors Springs are pleased to announce the introduction of a further 35 coil springs into their market-leading range. All new-to-range springs will be available progressively over the coming weeks.…
OSRAM shines a light on new additions for 2021
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
Automotive OE lighting specialist, OSRAM, has released its latest ‘Light Range’ catalogue for 2021, offering customers a first look at its new-to-range products, including its LEDriving SL collection.…
Shaftec now offers five year 60k mile warranty on driveshafts & CV joints
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
Shaftec has announced that from 1st April 2021 the warranty terms for its driveshafts and CV Joints will be extended from 24 month or 24,000 miles to five years or 60,000 miles. This applies to both r…
GaraShield ‘must-have’ tool for independent garages, says Hayley Pells of Avia Autos
Date: Friday 09 April 2021
GaraShield, the new digital workflow platform exclusively distributed from TMD Friction, offers garages the ability to manage the complete customer and vehicle workshop journey, leading to increased e…
New Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Safety Course at OurVirtualAcademy.com on capacitors in AC circuits
Date: Thursday 08 April 2021
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have released the next chapter in their course on High Voltage Design Concepts and Safety Systems: ISOLATION MONITORING - Capacitors in AC Circuits. This …
Lesjöfors springs in promising Swedish Hyperloop project
Date: Thursday 08 April 2021
Once again, springs from Lesjöfors play a critical role in a progressive student project. The Hyperloop concept will bring super-fast, fossil-free transportation of both people and goods. A group of t…
Introducing: HaynesPro WorkshopData Motorcycles
Date: Thursday 08 April 2021
For many years, HaynesPro has been the specialist in online technical vehicle data for automotive professionals. We deliver SMR and diagnostic data for cars, LCVs and trucks in a clear and user-friend…
Shopping platform Allegro optimises replacement parts shopping experience with TecDoc data
Date: Tuesday 30 March 2021
Allegro.pl, the most popular shopping platform in Poland and one of the largest e-commerce websites in Europe, uses TecDoc data from TecAlliance to provide the best shopping experience for its custome…
Interview “safety first” – Glen Callum Associates offers IAAF members complimentary COVID-19 lateral flow kit
Date: Friday 26 March 2021
Automotive aftermarket recruitment specialist Glen Callum Associates (GCA) has teamed up with Uhealthcare, an established supplier of COVID-19 lateral flow devices and kits, to provide IAAF members wi…
MAHLE Powertrain sets its sights on e-mobility of the future
Date: Friday 26 March 2021
MAHLE Powertrain (MPT) is expanding its portfolio with an intensified focus on e-mobility. Over recent years, the development service provider headquartered in Northampton, UK has established itself a…
TechMan puts valuable vehicle data into the hands of technicians
Date: Thursday 25 March 2021
Garage Management System, TechMan is empowering technicians with manufacturer vehicle data thanks to a pioneering new partnership with E3 Technical. From the 1st April 2021, existing and new TechMan u…
HELLA and Ridecell enter into partnership
Date: Thursday 18 March 2021
HELLA, the internationally positioned automotive supplier has entered into a partnership with US and EU-based Fleet IoT (Internet of Things) platform company Ridecell. Hella Gutmann Solutions (HGS), a…
TecAlliance launches data quality offensive
Date: Thursday 18 February 2021
Access to correct and up-to-date vehicle and product information is essential for success in the automotive aftermarket. TecAlliance, one of the world's leading data specialists for the digital automo…
TecDoc in real time: How IDP revolutionises product marketing
Date: Thursday 04 February 2021
TecAlliance, one of the world's leading data specialists for the digital automotive aftermarket, has launched a new interface called Instant Data Processing (IDP) that enables real-time updates of Tec…
TMD Friction strengthens it’s IAM commercial vehicle division
Date: Tuesday 02 February 2021
Brake friction specialist, TMD Friction, is kicking off the new year with a few changes in its Textar products and services for the commercial vehicle (CV) sector to meet ongoing demand from customers…
TecAlliance experts solve tricky repair cases
Date: Friday 29 January 2021
TecAlliance, one of the leading data management specialists in the independent automotive aftermarket, is launching its new series “What the Fix?!”. From now on, every month a new episode will present…
Brexit tax and customs changes are coming very soon. Are you ready?
Date: Thursday 03 December 2020
IAAF member E-Motive is co-hosting a timely webinar to help companies prepare for Brexit on Tuesday 8th December at 2:30pm. A panel of experts from the fields of ecommerce technology & services, c…
GS Yuasa Academy receives IMI accreditation
Date: Wednesday 25 November 2020
GS Yuasa Academy has become the first battery training program to partner with The Institute of the Motor Industry. The online learning platform will give users who have completed all courses the oppo…
Autotech Recruit announces significant investment plans to drive up industry’s EV training
Date: Wednesday 25 November 2020
With the news that the ban on petrol and diesel car sales has been brought forward to 2030, as part of the Government’s climate change pledge, the automotive industry is gearing up for a substantial r…
Do you want your brand to get noticed?
Date: Friday 18 September 2020
Ad Bell Group’s, AdB team can help. The team has considerable expertise in retail, office and commercial signage, making sure they advise of all the options available whilst listening to your ideas an…
Update: MOT testing guide for test stations (1)
Date: Thursday 02 July 2020
The DVSA has just updated its MOT testing guide for test stations which details how the MOT scheme is administered, the rules for authorised examiners and testers, and the facilities and equipment nee…
