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And the worst MOT tester in the UK is… YOU

30 March 2019

To save money and raise efficiency, the DVSA has turned to automation. They no longer need an army of Vehicle Examiners wandering from MOT bay… Read More

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WIN with Absolute Alignment

26 March 2019

Absolute Alignment, the UK provider of wheel alignment equipment and Official Technical Partner to Power Maxed Racing in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship… Read More

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New solenoid range additions from SMPE

22 March 2019

SMPE has added five new VVT oil control solenoid part numbers to its range. The latest additions are available across the company’s house brands including… Read More

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UK garages approach Brexit through alternate sourcing and stockpiling

7 March 2019

Nearly half of UK garages have sourced alternative, UK based suppliers ahead of Brexit on Friday 29March, according to new research.WhoCanFixMyCar.com surveyed its network of… Read More

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SMPE plans UK growth

7 March 2019

Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE) has announced investment plans for its UK facility.The engine management specialist is currently recruiting engineers for its Nottingham site, which… Read More

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Ring backs TyreSafe

7 March 2019

Ring has become a supporter of TyreSafe, the UK’s charity dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of correct tyre maintenance and the dangers of… Read More

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FORTIS tyre equipment from Tyre Stuff

28 February 2019

FORTIS brand of Tyre Machinery is now available UK wide, exclusively from Tyre Stuff. Built to Italian design specifications, all models demonstrate considerable build quality… Read More

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NGK-NTK 5-wire sensors

19 February 2019

NGK continues to enhance its NTK sensors offering with the launch of 20 new wide band Lambda sensors. The new wide band sensors – commonly… Read More

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Exhibitor day returns for Automechanika Birmingham 2019

31 January 2019

Automechanika Birmingham is hosting an exhibitor day designed to ensure exhibiting companies leverage as much as possible out of the show and enhance visitor experience.The… Read More

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Lumileds welcomes The Garage Inspector as Philips Brand Ambassador

21 January 2019

Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector, has been announced as the Philips Automotive Lighting Brand Ambassador for the UK and Ireland.Commenting on his new role, Andy… Read More