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Diesel, petrol and electrical issues dominate calls to LKQ Academy Technical Helpline

17 May 2023

35% of calls into the LKQ Academy Technical Helpline relate to diesel systems, a study by the service has revealed, making this the most common… Read More

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BM Catalysts launches DPF video

17 April 2023

BM Catalysts, has launched a new video showing how a DPF functions on its YouTube channel.The video, ‘How does an exhaust diesel particulate filter (DPF)… Read More

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Cost of living: Fuel additive demand rising?

3 February 2023

Fuel additives and engine treatments may be growing in popularity due to both mechanics and motorists turn to preventative measures to cut repair costs, according… Read More

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“Not popular but…a priority” – MOT consultation emissions consideration welcomed

19 January 2023

Ways to progress the monitoring of emissions are among the areas under consideration in the government MOT consultation that opened yesterday (Wednesday 18 January).Possible procedures… Read More

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Ivor Searle: Turbo and gearbox additions

17 November 2022

Ivor Searle has added a number of turbos and gearboxes to its range. These include the turbo for the 2.0 litre diesel engine used on… Read More

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Ride the common rail

10 August 2022

A 2016 Nissan NV300 with the 1.6L common rail diesel Injection engine (R9M) had a clutch and flywheel replaced due to general wear and tear. Read More

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Comline: Steering and suspension release

27 July 2022

Comline has added to its steering and suspension offering. Among the additions to the range is a ball joint for a Fiat Doblo 263 (2010-),… Read More

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Comline: Steering and suspension release

14 June 2022

Comline has added to its steering and suspension offering. Among the additions to the range is a ball joint for a Fiat Doblo 263 (2010-),… Read More

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New starters and alternators from Autoelectro

16 May 2022

Autoelectro has released a number of new-to-range references. Starter motor part numbers include examples for the Mazda 2 1.5 petrol (2015-), Audi A4 1.8… Read More

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EV charging prices rise, but are still cheaper than petrol/diesel in real terms

29 April 2022

EV drivers are experiening a higher increase in the cost of powering their vehicles, compared with those who use internal combustion engine vehicles, although in… Read More