Product News
New to range parts from Corteco: March 2022
Date: Tuesday 15 March 2022
Corteco have launched new parts for Renault, Toyota, BMW and Citroen. LOOKING FOR A PARTICULAR SEAL? With findyourseal.com you will find your seal fast and easy. Simply enter the dimensions in the…
Exol oil meets latest ACEA C5 and C6 specifications
Date: Tuesday 15 March 2022
Exol Lubricants’ new Optima C5 C6 LSFE 0W-20 is the latest in a line of fully synthetic, low SAPS engine oils delivering improved fuel economy, and meets the latest ACEA specifications. The next-gener…
LIQUI MOLY makes changing the oil for automatic transmissions even easier
Date: Tuesday 15 March 2022
Just a few years ago, changing the oil in automatic transmissions was time-consuming and complicated. With Gear Tronic, the German oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY paved the way for workshops to…
Apec introduces a new range of wheel bearing kits
Date: Monday 14 March 2022
Apec has undertaken an impressive leap into the UK aftermarket in recent months and continues this trend with the introduction of its latest product range, wheel bearing kits. This latest offering pro…
vGroup International launch the Conscious Carpet
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
vGroup International, the UK’s leading supplier of floor protection to the new and used automotive sector, is committed to being at the forefront of new product developments. ‘Conscious Carpet’ is the…
Comline dedication to steering & suspension intensifies with increased sales support
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Comline Auto Parts (Comline) is offering added value to technicians by developing priceless technical bulletins, which highlight both common faults on vehicles and the solutions in the shape of Comlin…
GS Yuasa partner with Car Throttle to return iconic G-Wiz back to the road for the first time in a decade
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Global battery manufacturer and UK market leader for automotive, GS Yuasa, have partnered with the popular automotive YouTube channel Car Throttle. The partnership sees GS Yuasa support the overhaul o…
Delphi Technologies introduces 90 suspension and steering parts for some of the UK’s newest and most popular vehicles
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Delphi Technologies is enabling independent garages to compete against franchised dealerships for common suspension repairs after introducing 90 new-to-range steering and suspension parts for some of …
Exol’s versatile, ultra-low viscosity Athena Multigear transmission fluid delivers improved fuel economy
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Exol Lubricants’ new Athena Multigear MTF LV bolsters the company’s credentials for delivering versatile engine and transmission oil solutions. Athena Multigear MTF LV, Exol Lubricants’ latest fully s…
Exol Lubricants’ new Athena transmission oil boosts component durability
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Exol Lubricants’ new Athena Progear FS 75W-85 transmission oil delivers improved fuel efficiency and maximises component protection. Athena Progear FS 75W-85 is a fully synthetic transmission oil suit…
New YouTube videos add spark to EV cable range
Date: Friday 11 March 2022
Leading automotive electrical supplier WAI has showcased the quality and durability of its electric vehicle charging cables, in a new series of promotional videos. The new videos, available to view ac…
Corteco: New in range vibration control parts
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
MOUNTING, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION #49476338 We have increased our range of vibration control parts for AUDI.Our products are designed to meet the highest quality standards and are manufactured …
Autosupplies equipped with ultraviolet primer training for flexible and fast repairs
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Autosupplies was first to witness refinishing and painting specialists Lechler Coatings’ new ultraviolet (UV) primer in action at Lechler’s headquarters in Middlewich, which is set to revolutionise bo…
New additions to DENSO Aftermarket’s wiper programme
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Although often sadly overlooked, wiper blades are a crucial safety aid for drivers and a business opportunity for workshops, which is why DENSO Aftermarket constantly reviews and updates its wiper bla…
Apec launches a new range of shock absorbers
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Following on from a number of non-braking launches from Apec including steering and suspension, coil springs and drivetrain, customers can now expect to see the same expertise and high-quality from th…
Textar expands brake pad and disc range with new premium parts
Date: Wednesday 02 March 2022
Aftermarket braking specialists TMD has expanded its Textar brand’s brake pad and disc product offering. Textar has launched 13 new brake pad part numbers and three new disc assemblies for a wide rang…
WAI widens engine management range with new-to-range parts
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Leading rotating electrics supplier WAIglobal UK has vastly expanded its engine management product range, including the launch of new sensor parts. The company has launched new products as part of a s…
Klarius Focuses on delivering new exhausts to market
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Klarius has added 33 new products to its emissions control range, including catalytic converters (CATs) and diesel particulate filters (DPFs) for multiple models of the Ford Focus. All components in t…
New Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Chapter at OurVirtualAcademy.com
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Online training specialists OurVirtualAcademy have released a new chapter in their Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Design Concepts and Safety Systems course exploring the different methods of high volta…
First Line unveils more than 100 new parts to kickstart 2022
Date: Monday 28 February 2022
Automotive aftermarket supplier, First Line Ltd., has introduced more than 100 new references to its popular product ranges. The ever-growing car parc across the UK is increasing in age and First Line…
Mintex launches new-to-range brake pads and discs
Date: Friday 25 February 2022
Aftermarket braking specialist TMD Friction’s Mintex brand has launched new brake pads and new brake discs extending its product lines to cover more vehicles. The new brake pads in the Mintex range co…
Forward-thinking SMP Europe launches fuel vapour valves range
Date: Friday 25 February 2022
Recognising that 80 percent of Ford DPF issues are linked to Fuel Vapour Valve (FVV) failure, SMP Europe has introduced a new range of FVVs, via its Lemark brand, to meet growing customer demand. A to…
F-Gas qualification critical for technicians ahead of air con season, says LKQ Euro Car Parts
Date: Friday 25 February 2022
LKQ Euro Car Parts is urging technicians to ensure they are F-Gas-qualified in line with legislation that restricts who can handle R134a Refrigerant. From March, LKQ Euro Car Parts will only sell R134…
ENEOS takes off in Europe with TecDoc
Date: Thursday 24 February 2022
ENEOS Europe has decided to present its premium-quality motor oils and transmission fluids in the TecDoc Catalogue. This lays the foundation for the successful expansion of ENEOS’ business activities …
OSRAM Night Breaker 200 recommended by Auto Express
Date: Monday 21 February 2022
OSRAM’s Night Breaker 200 has received recommended status in the annual Auto Express H4 halogen bulb test. As the brightest halogen retrofit bulb in OSRAM’s range, it expands the high-tech company's N…
Ring’s RSDC3000 Smart Dash Camera gets Auto Express five-star seal of approval
Date: Monday 21 February 2022
Ring’s RSDC3000 GPS-enabled smart dash camera has received a five-star rating in Auto Express’ mini-test feature. The versatile camera comes with high-resolution 1296p recording, and tethers seamlessl…
Ring’s Xenon 200 takes Best Buy title in Auto Express tests
Date: Wednesday 16 February 2022
Ring’s Xenon 200 has been awarded a Best Buy title in Auto Express’ latest bulb product group tests. Over a series of tests taking place at Ring’s innovative facility at its Leeds headquarters, the Xe…
NAPA top mounts available now!
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has recently released over 120 new top mounts to support its steering and suspension range. The first in a projected string of 2022 launches by the market-lead…
HELLA and Faurecia cooperate in the independent aftermarket
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
The two automotive suppliers HELLA and Faurecia are joining forces and will be operating jointly in the aftermarket. This means that Faurecia products will soon also be available through HELLA’s after…
Ring launches SmartCharge Pro battery charger
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
Ring Automotive has launched the SmartCharge Pro, a versatile, 30A battery charger suitable for intensive use across mixed vehicle fleets. The 2.6 kilogram, 12/24V-output compatible power supply rapid…
Top mounts join the Apec family
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
Following on from the successful launch of our range of drivetrain products, Apec are proud to launch a brand-new range of top mounts to its growing catalogue of components. Apec Top Mounts are design…
NEW alternator A4139S in AS-PL offer
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
Another new alternator has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The alternator has an index number A4139S and is the product of the AS brand. The alternator belongs to the Standard line - the line of products th…
NTK Vehicle Electronics boosts its aftermarket offering with new EGR valve range
Date: Tuesday 15 February 2022
NGK SPARK PLUG – the world’s leading ignition and sensor specialist – is proud to announce the phased UK introduction of a wide range of EGR valves to its NTK Vehicle Electronics brand. The valves are…
Klarius maintains excellent availability despite market challenges
Date: Monday 14 February 2022
Across many industries, most will remember 2021 as a year of supply chain issues. However, Staffordshire-based exhaust manufacturer Klarius Products defied this narrative, maintaining a consistent nex…
LIQUI MOLY: Good news in challenging times
Date: Monday 14 February 2022
LIQUI MOLY not only closed 2021 with record sales of 733 million euro. Earnings before taxes also soared to 38 million euro – an increase of a good 40 percent. “This is a great result for a difficult …
HELLA latest new to range additions
Date: Thursday 10 February 2022
HELLA, the original equipment (OE) manufacturer and system supplier, continues to bring new products into its extensive aftermarket programme, to allow the independent service and repair sector to fit…
Ring’s compact inflator receives plaudits in Auto Express
Date: Thursday 10 February 2022
Ring’s RTC2000 Cordless Handheld Rechargeable Tyre Inflator has received warm reviews in Auto Express for its compact versatility in the publication’s mini test feature. The handheld tyre inflator ran…
First Line Ltd’s Key Parts range provides a ‘Pure & Simple’ alternative
Date: Thursday 10 February 2022
First introduced in 2012, First Line Ltd’s Key Parts range of components is continuing to prove popular as a competitively priced alternative to its premium quality First Line and Borg & Beck bran…
NOx Sensor suitable for: Scania
Date: Thursday 10 February 2022
Art. no.: 2.27189 - replaces 2294290 NOx stands for the most important nitrogen oxides, namely nitrogen monoxide (NO) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and consists of the atoms N (nitrogen) and O (oxygen).…
Cepton selects ams OSRAM’s 905 nm lasers to fulfill large-scale contract for LiDAR solutions in ADAS and Autonomous Vehicles
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in optical solutions, is expanding its partnership with Cepton Technologies (Cepton), a LiDAR innovator, to provide groundbreaking LiDAR solutions in ADAS, autono…
Comline reveals bumper steering & suspension new-to-range
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
Comline Auto Parts has pledged another significant investment in steering & suspension, perfectly illustrated with the unveiling of more than 150 new references. Ball joints, control arms and stru…
Valeo continues IMI Approved Centre status
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
Valeo Service UK has invested in developing future UK automotive technicians by continuing its status as an Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Approved Centre. As a world-renowned OE automotive par…
OSRAM sheds a light with latest Mainbeam newsletter
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
Leading lighting specialists, OSRAM, has kickstarted the year with the release of its informative newsletter, Mainbeam. Designed to add value to its brand offering, the newsletter shares key informati…
New MAGflex range from Ring provides a ‘light for every job’
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
Ring has launched the RIL6000 series, a professional range of inspection lamps within its multi award-winning MAGflex range, providing vehicle technicians and enthusiasts with the required lighting fo…
TMD Friction keeps up the pace with new products
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
Leading premium brake technology manufacturer, TMD Friction, has introduced 825 new products across its entire brand portfolio as it continues its drive to provide customers globally with safe and hig…
VARTA power the Kamaz-master team to victory at the Dakar rally!
Date: Tuesday 08 February 2022
The “KAMAZ-master” team took the first 4 positions at the Dakar rally 2022, which ended on the 14th of January. In the general classification, first place was taken by Dmitry Sotnikov’s crew, who beca…
Online Ratchet Builder Now Live!
Date: Friday 04 February 2022
K&S McKenzie Ltd. are pleased to share the news that they have launched their very own online Ratchet Builder, enabling you to build your own basic lashing systems via their Tool Centre website. N…
TecAlliance introduces new quality label for TecCom parts suppliers
Date: Wednesday 02 February 2022
Analogous to the well-established quality seals “TecDoc Certified Data Supplier” and “TecDoc Premier Data Supplier”, TecAlliance is introducing the quality label “TecCom Certified Supplier” for parts …
OSRAM brings light to life with new lightbar
Date: Wednesday 02 February 2022
Automotive OE lighting specialist, OSRAM, has released the latest addition to its range of LEDriving® driving & working lights, the VX1000 lightbar. With 36 powerful, high-performance OSRAM long-l…
First Line Ltd. advises on common wiper motor failures
Date: Tuesday 01 February 2022
During the wetter months, First Line Ltd. recognises that, due to vehicle defects, some wiper motors are more prone to failure than others and is therefore advising that the aftermarket stocks up to e…
