The first phase of a new programme of replacement Lambda Sensors has been launched by DENSO Aftermarket Sales UK, part of one of the world’s largest OEM parts suppliers DENSO Corporation. 



“This launch is timely for our customers in a number of ways,” says Paul Payne, manager, DENSO Aftermarket Sales UK.  “With Euro 5 and 6 due to set ever more stringent exhaust emissions standards, vehicle emission control systems – including Lambda Sensors – will become increasingly important. Read More..

European Exhaust & Catalyst (EEC) has launched a new all-encompassing product catalogue comprising catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters, exhaust parts, lambda sensors, fitting kits and accessories.



More than 8000 applications are listed in the catalogue and a CD ROM is also available with picture illustration and 3D amination.. Read More..

UAN's newsletter United will publish issue 13 next week, which features exclusive interviews with UAN distributors and suppliers.



In this issue, UAN MD Andrew Dickinson, outlines a key aim of the group in 2009 to support UAN distributors more with a host of new initiatives and ideas, designed to boost their relationship with garage customers.



Also featured is an insight into how factors can ease themselves into online trading with the help of FPS and a feature on the growth of UAN CV distributor Commercial Brake Services (CBS). Read More..

UK Batteries has further increased its environmental commitment by unveiling bespoke ‘scrap pads’ that it is issuing to motor factors to help take the headache out of disposing of their scrap battery units.



While interest in recycling batteries is growing, the reality is that it is a complicated process and the need to effectively manage the paperwork that accompanies each scrap battery consignment often puts businesses off. Motor Factors that do not dispose of their battery waste through the correct channels can be liable to a £10,000 fine. Read More..

All customers that took part in the suvey were entered into a prize draw and pictured is counter manager Mick Lofley presenting the prize to customer Richard Wilson.



Dave Clarke, Autosupplies managing director, said: "The questionnaire gives some good positive feedback from our customers and enables us to make fundamental changes to improve the service we offer customers."



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Tetrosyl is offering UAN members an extra 10% discount off current invoice pricing, against all oil part numbers. The discount will come off the invoice.



Offer applicable to 31. Read More..

All distributors should be notified of price changes directly from approved suppliers. Below are the price notifications that UAN head office has been informed of.



Price increases from the following suppliers will come into effect from:



1 November: Remy Automotive. Read More..

Promotions currently taking place by suppliers include:



1 July to 30 September: FAI,UAN Palmersport day



August and September: Pearl Automotive special offers on consumables.



September: Fuel Parts special offer on lambda sensors.



More promotions will be listed here as and when UAN is notified. Read More..

NGK Spark Plugs has reported an amazing trade response to the launch of the new website for BoxClever, its garage trade promotion which has proved amazingly successful since it was launched almost five years ago. Although the new BoxClever website only went live in early June, after just six weeks the company has reported that 80percent of its current registrations are now online. This new website has been designed to allow garages to check their BoxClever accounts online, see how many points they have to spend and order their free gifts there and then. Read More..

The Right to Repair Campaign has launched a European wide petition, which will be sent to the European decision makers. We invite you to sign the petition today in order to make your voice heard.



Since 2002, the Block Exemption Regulation 1400,2002 has ensured effective and fair competition in the distribution of new vehicles and in the automotive aftermarket to the benefit of consumers. Read More..