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Fuel Parts Original new product range from Original Equipment Suppliers
SMPE are pleased to announce the launch of their Original Equipment (OE) product offering: FP Original. All parts contained in this new range are to be sourced from original equipment suppliers, all having OE contracts in place with leading manufacturers. The new range comes with a black and gold livery and the original equipment seal of conformity embedded in the design. The initial range covers a variety of over 280 Mass Air Flow Sensors, covering over 2000 applications. The range is set to grow in 2012, with new schedules for development including Ignition Coils, Engine Management & Vehicle Management. Read More..
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Cosan S.A. Industria e Comercio to acquire Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd
Cosan has entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement ('SPA') with Esso Petroleum Company, Limited (EPCo) to acquire Comma Oil & Chemicals Limited ('Comma'). Read More..
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What Part Info has to offer on its new website
Part Info has had its website updated. Part Info is an automotive technical resource for garages, factors and the wider industry. Features of Part Info, available on the new website, include technical bulletins, service information and COSHH/MSDS sheets, the function to download information from market leading brands and a "Knowledge Base" featuring technical articles and videos. Read More..
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New Sealey 2012 catalogue
On 1st March Sealey will launch the new edition of The Tool Catalogue. The publication features over 7100 products across 860 pages, including 865 new lines.
The catalogue features many new Vehicle Service Tools including updated Setting & Locking Kits, covering more vehicles, and a new range of Automotive Analysers & Oscilloscopes, which are a fundamental part of component diagnostics on modern vehicles. Read More.. News
Van-Line's workshop warehouse essentials
Van-Line is to launch its ‘Essentials’ consumables range, designed to maximise sales for anyone with a retail trade counter. From 48 lines, the Workshop Warehouse catalogue features over 5,000 products. The Essentials starter kit includes five packs of each product and comes with a free stand. Read More..
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UC's new site goes live
On Monday 20th February, Universal Components unveiled their new ordering website. The new site features up to date images and technical information on over 14,000 products. Features of the site include release of stock availability and pricing, as well as a quick order tool. Read More..
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Salesman of the Year for NGK named
John Money has been named NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd’s Salesman of the Year 2011 – winning the accolade for the first time.
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Two-year warranty on new First Line bearings
First Line says its primary objective is to ensure that its products are of matching Original Equipment (OE) quality, but as part of its ongoing product development programme, it is also searching for the opportunities to push this objective even further.
Subsequently, First Line has now introduced a two-year/24,000 mile warranty on its range of wheel bearing kits fitted after 1st February 2012. First Line’s Managing Director, Dan Joyner said: “Giving workshops the tools to be able to compete effectively with the franchised dealer is vital for independent suppliers like First Line. Read More.. News
Government agrees MOT testing frequency will not change
In an unexpected, but very welcome, statement from the Department for Transport, the government have conceded the rightness of opinion from a wide variety of sources that the current frequency of MOT testing is appropriate to the UK’s needs and will be retained.Key to this reversal of the Road Safety Minister Mike Penning’s statements over several months was the wealth of data and opinion given by the IAAF and other trade bodies. This was supported by road safety, environmental, and consumer groups. Read More..
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Trupart launches new lighting catalogue
Trupart has launched its 2012 Automotive Lighting catalogue. The 240 page catalogue features over 550 new to range references; all new references are clearly marked in the catalogue. The new 2012 catalogue represents continued investment in one of the company’s most important product areas. Read More..
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KYB's charity Three Peak Challenge
Five KYB staff are to take part in the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for the industry charity BEN. The team will attempt to climb Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England and Snowdon in Wales all in a period of 24 hours. Read More..
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UAN announces supplier of the year winners
United Aftermarket Network Ltd (UAN) is delighted to announce the winners of the UAN supplier of the year awards 2011. In a change to the voting procedure this year, the best performing suppliers have been awarded for their pound and percentage growth with the group throughout 2011. Read More..
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Sealey's Spring promotion
Sealey’s ‘Spring Clean’ promotion is to offer up to 67% off list price on spring essentials.
Valid until 31st May 2012, the Spring Promotion features great deals on Pressure Washers, Vacuum Cleaners, Valeting Machines, Water Hose Reels and their extended range of Gardening Tools. Check out the new VMA914 30ltr Wet & Dry Valeting Machine, featuring remote operation controls on the nozzle enabling uninterrupted switching between vacuum and detergent modes. Read More.. News
Revised leisure range from Numax
Manbat, the company behind the Numax brand of power storage devices, has further extended its XV leisure battery range into a five-model family, which will provide the outdoor enthusiast with the opportunity to find the perfect product for their needs.
The new addition is the 75-Ampere hour (Ah) XV 23, which features the advanced technology and dual purpose benefits that are common to the entire XV range, but with a little less power. The XV 23 is therefore a solution for those who need high quality and reliable performance, but don’t need the high level of power outputs available from the original the range. Read More.. News
Sovereign launch commercial vehicle starters and alternators range
Sovereign concluded a deal with WAI Global at the end of September 2011 and as a result have pushed forward various new product initiatives and range reviews to enhance the overall package Sovereign offer.
Sovereign have announced the launch of their Commercial Vehicle range of Starters and Alternators. Sold under the WAI image the WPS range of 100% new Starters and Alternators for Commercial Vehicles is one of the most comprehensive ranges in the U. Read More.. News
BTN Turbo shares expertise with Comma Oils
BTN Turbo is working in association with Comma to make valuable industry knowledge freely available to factors, technicians and motorists.
BTN Turbo has amassed a resource of turbocharger wisdom over the past forty years. By linking with top automotive lubricant and fluid manufacturer Comma, BTN Turbo aims to spread this knowledge and advice throughout the aftermarket. Read More.. News
NGK appoints new Deputy General Manager
Tim Ward has been appointed Deputy General Manager - Sales & Marketing, for NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd.
The 50-year-old, who was formerly National Sales Manager for NGK in the UK and Ireland, will oversee the company’s sales and marketing activities in the independent automotive aftermarket. Brian Childs, Deputy Managing Director, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd, said: “I am delighted that Tim has taken on this new role. Read More.. News
Sealey's Vehicle Service promotion
Sealey’s Vehicle Service promotion, featuring hundreds of deals on tools for the professional, launched on1st February.
The promotion features many new products, including an Automotive Diagnostic Oscilloscope, Bearing & Bush Removal/Installation Kit, Gravity Brake Bleeder Kit, 11-piece Brake Service Kit, Glow Plug Thread Repair Set & Reamer/Base Cleaning Set and Exhaust Fume Extraction Systems. The TA4000 4-Channel Automotive Diagnostic Oscilloscope features high sample rate, multiple memory function and 4-channel display, allowing the unit to make in-depth analysis of a variety of automotive sensors and components. Read More.. News
KYB UK reaches milestone
KYB UK is celebrating reaching a new milestone, having notched up sales of more than one million pieces last year.
In the UK, the company has enjoyed growth since being formed in 1997 and now boasts a turnover in excess of £20 million. KYB recently published its new 2012 shock absorber catalogue with 124 new part numbers for its five-strong range. Read More.. News
Sealey's vehicle service promotion
Sealey’s Vehicle Service promotion, featuring hundreds of deals on tools for professional, launches on 1st February.
The promotion features many new products, including an Automotive Diagnostic Oscilloscope, Bearing & Bush Removal/Installation Kit, Gravity Brake Bleeder Kit, 11-piece Brake Service Kit, Glow Plug Thread Repair Set & Reamer/Base Cleaning Set and Exhaust Fume Extraction Systems. The TA4000 4-Channel Automotive Diagnostic Oscilloscope features high sample rate, multiple memory function and 4-channel display, allowing the unit to make in-depth analysis of a variety of automotive sensors and components. Read More.. |
