Product News

Service Assist solves key pain point for garages
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Garage management system specialist, TechMan, is enhancing the communication between garages and motorists with its Service Assist Tool, which enables garages to simplify one of the great pain points …

First Line Ltd. grows drivetrain portfolio with launch of CV Joint and Driveshaft ranges
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
First Line Ltd., via its renowned Borg & Beck brand, has launched an extensive range of premium-quality Constant Velocity (CV) Joints and Driveshafts, complementing its broad range of CV Boot Kits…

Marathon announces new air suspension range from Arnott
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Marathon Warehouse Distribution are delighted to announce a new partnership with Arnott, the global leader in aftermarket air suspension products, to distribute their products across the UK. The Arnot…

JURATEK extends popular braking product portfolio
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Leading brake supplier, JURATEK, has expanded its extensive braking component product range with the addition of two brake discs, two brake pads, 29 calipers, five new wear indicators and one new brak…

LKQ Euro Car Parts fires up Starline expansion with starter motor and alternators
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
LKQ Euro Car Parts has further expanded its Starline range of products as it continues to broaden its product offering to the independent aftermarket. Available exclusively to LKQ Euro Cart Parts cust…

Textar brake product range expanded in 2022 with 167 new references
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
TMD Friction UK’s braking brand Textar delivered 167 new references throughout 2022 offering wider vehicle parc coverage than ever before, following its uncompromising approach to research and develop…

Fuel additives and engine treatments increasing in demand as motorists seek preventative measures
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Technicians and motorists are turning to fuel additives and engine treatments to prevent issues on vehicles worsening and avoid the inflated, associated costs of bigger problems requiring repair. Aber…

Klarius starts the year with a popularity contest… Fiat versus Toyota
Date: Friday 03 February 2023
New exhaust system components added to the Klarius range for January 2023 include parts for the 2006 Fiat Ducato and the 2017 Toyota Yaris, but which is more popular? Click here to view the latest par…

ZF announces partnership with mobility provider Beep to bring new-generation autonomous Level 4 shuttle to US market
Date: Thursday 02 February 2023
ZF unveils its next generation shuttle for autonomous driving in urban environments and mixed traffic at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas/ Nevada, USA. The next generation complem…

Keeping up with the crossovers
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Love them or hate them, crossovers are the latest automotive success story. Following in the illustrious footsteps of SUVs, MPVs and hatchbacks in the popular consciousness of UK motorists – one brand…

Arnold Clark Autoparts reveals Goliath battery price freeze
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Leading motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has frozen the price of its popular Goliath batteries, to beat rising prices and support customers with the best deals on the market. With every battery pur…

Do you know the symptoms of a failing wheel bearing? Comline has the answer!
Date: Monday 30 January 2023
Technicians need to be aware of the symptoms that could point to a deteriorating wheel bearing, according to Comline Auto Parts (Comline). Steering judder, reduced acceleration, grinding, unevenly wor…

Apec Automotive launches premium brake & clutch fluid range
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer Apec has officially launched a new range of Brake & Clutch Fluid to provide consistently high performance from bottle to brake. Brake fade can negatively impact…

A huge 85 new lines added to the Apec Braking range this January
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
January sees another incredible expansion of the Apec Braking range with 85 new lines added, giving it greater coverage and customers another reason to choose Apec. The range extension includes, 5 bra…

Exol announces latest oil specification upgrade as it evolves with the market
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
Leading lubricants supplier, Exol, has updated the specification of its Optima LSBM 0W-30 (M514) oil as the brand proves its commitment to constantly advancing products to cover the ever-growing vehic…

TecRMI Repair Case: Mini
Date: Friday 27 January 2023
TecRMI have issued their latest bulletin "What the Fix?!" for models of MINIs.

Climate-friendly and recyclable: NALYSES research project develops sustainable headlamp
Date: Thursday 26 January 2023
HELLA is researching, in collaboration with industry partners, how headlights can be designed to be more climate friendly. To this end, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella bran…

TRICO is OE on the new Volkswagen T7 and ID Buzz!
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
Wiper blade manufacturer, TRICO, has announced that it is the original equipment (OE) manufacturer for front and rear wiper blades on the Volkswagen T7 and ID Buzz. The ID Buzz, which is an electric v…

Diesel Technic update for the truck driver's door
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
In the latest workshop video, the Parts Specialists from Diesel Technic take a look at the mechanics and associated components of the truck driver’s door. This time, the duo consists of workshop profe…

Schaeffler REPXPERT popular online ‘Tea-break Training’ returns in March
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
Yet again emphasising the depth and diversity of the sector-leading training it offers the independent aftermarket, the Schaeffler REPXPERT team will be back in front of the cameras to deliver its lat…

Workshops welcome NGK Academy
Date: Tuesday 24 January 2023
Ignition and sensor specialist NGK’s new online training initiative is proving a big hit with workshops. The company launched NGK Academy last November and it has already attracted scores of leading i…

Get a Swift solution to your exhaust woes with the latest parts from Klarius
Date: Friday 20 January 2023
Klarius Products has added 14 new parts to its catalogue, including catalytic converters (CATs) for the Toyota C-HR and Suzuki Swift. To ensure that customers have access to high-quality emission cont…

Delphi Technologies launches Masters of Motion
Date: Friday 20 January 2023
Delphi Technologies, a brand of BorgWarner Inc, has launched its new Masters of Motion hub aimed at independent garage technicians. Delphi intends the launch to be the start of a sustained campaign to…

NTK EGR valve range expands
Date: Friday 20 January 2023
NGK has added to its EGR valve range with the introduction of two new part numbers for a number of popular vehicle applications. The company – the world’s leading ignition and sensor specialist – intr…

Technical insight and chemical innovation key to enduring factor relationships, say Fueltone Pro
Date: Thursday 19 January 2023
Good quality parts and services are the cornerstone of any successful garage or motor factor, but ongoing innovation and refreshed product lines are key to a successful enduring relationship between s…

Diesel Technic Product Portrait: 7.58027 Turbocharger
Date: Tuesday 17 January 2023
Exhaust turbochargers consist of two flow machines; one turbine and one compressor that are placed on a joint shaft. The compressor draws in fresh air, which is then pressed through the charging air c…

NAPA Launches Premium DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid
Date: Tuesday 17 January 2023
Automotive aftermarket manufacturer NAPA has expanded its Brake Fluid catalogue with the launch of a new DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid for premium performance. Brake fluid is essential to the safe function of t…

Philips RacingVision GT200 is 2023 Auto Express Best Buy!
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
Philips RacingVision GT200 – the top-of-the-line halogen performance bulb in the Philips automotive lighting range – has taken top honors in Auto Express’ bulb mega-test for 2023. Up to 200% brighter …

Klarius enhances rapid exhaust delivery across Ireland
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
Klarius Products is now offering 24-hour delivery for its exhausts in Northern Ireland and will be expanding availability across the Republic of Ireland (ROI) in Q2 of 2023. Irish distributors and sto…

MAHLE proves its commitment to leading the market with the highest quality OE-quality products
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
MAHLE Aftermarket continues to prove itself as a leader in the market with the addition of over 700 new part numbers throughout 2022. The new products cover the brand’s leading categories across filtr…

New video highlights what sets DENSO Hybrid wiper blades apart
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
DENSO, a globally recognised original equipment (OE) component manufacturer, has years of wiper blade expertise, producing blades for vehicle manufacturers such as BMW, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mazda, Suzu…

TecAlliance launches new Partner Program
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
TecAlliance, the leading data management specialist in the independent automotive aftermarket, today announces its new TecAlliance Partner Program. The initiative supports software vendors and consult…

Fil Filter online ordering
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
Fil Filter are pleased to announce that they are now available to order online for all customers.

High-speed, easy-to-handle, long-life ball bearings from NSK
Date: Monday 16 January 2023
Applications that demand high running speeds, easy handling and long service life will benefit from NSK’s new four-point contact ball bearings. The innovative QJ series features a high-strength outer-…

Heavy duty Exol engine oils secure latest ACEA specifications
Date: Wednesday 11 January 2023
Exol Lubricants’ Taurus Euro Plus 10W-40 and Euro FE Plus 5W-30 heavy-duty engine oils have been upgraded to meet specifications in the ACEA 2022 Oil Sequences for Heavy Duty Engines. ACEA’s new E8 an…

First Line offers the solution for Renault Clio wiper motor failure
Date: Thursday 05 January 2023
Bad weather can cause myriad of issues for vehicles, as any technician will know, and with the Great British weather being very unpredictable, there is one issue that is guaranteed and therefore garag…

Banner unveils optimised battery finder portal
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
Banner - one of Europe’s leading original equipment battery manufacturers – has launched an updated version of its online battery finder portal - www.bannerbatteryfinder.co.uk. Having invested in an i…

Gain, Train and Retain – The Autotech Group Year in Numbers
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
Supporting the automotive aftermarket and creating solutions to bridge the talent gap has continued to be the overriding objective of Autotech Group in 2022. Suffice to say – it’s been a busy year. A …

Schaeffler announces 2023 ‘REPXPERT Millionaires’ promotion
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of its award winning REPXPERT workshop technology support programme, Schaeffler is planning to reward three lucky members with one million points each during 2023, on…

First Line Ltd. expands aftermarket ranges with 80 new products
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
All-makes automotive aftermarket specialist First Line Ltd.’s latest range expansion has introduced 80 new references to the company’s product ranges. The company’s continuous research and development…

SMP Europe reveals range expansion of 199 references
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
A range expansion from engine management and ignition specialists, SMP Europe, has added a further 199 products to the company’s extensive product portfolio. SMP Europe’s continuous research and devel…

WAI range expansion delivers new rotating electrics references
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
Leading rotating electrics supplier WAI has expanded its range of starter motors and alternators with the addition of five new parts. To meet the exacting quality demands of the UK aftermarket and the…

Flat, efficient and scalable: HELLA brings FlatLight technology into series production as daytime running light
Date: Wednesday 04 January 2023
Automotive supplier HELLA, operating under the umbrella of the FORVIA Group, has received another major customer order for its innovative FlatLight concept and will transfer the lighting technology, w…

Ensure your garage is prepared for winter with Autowork Online
Date: Monday 19 December 2022
Winter is here and car owners are busy preparing for the cold months ahead. Winter tyres are being purchased, good quality lights are being considered to combat the early nightfall and health checks a…

FuelParts and Marathon Warehouse Distribution announce huge range expansion
Date: Monday 19 December 2022
SMP Europe and Marathon Warehouse Distribution, the leading distributor of its FuelParts brand in the UK, have announced a large expansion of range portfolio and availability, as the engine management…

MAHLE extends leading mechatronics range for LCVs
Date: Monday 19 December 2022
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has introduced 25 new starter motor references and 33 alternators to its leading LCV mechatronics product portfolio. The aftermarket specialist is committed to regularly updating …

DENSO updates and refreshes its passenger car and light commercial vehicle wiper blade catalogue
Date: Monday 19 December 2022
In addition to wiper blade styles, sizes and applications, following the production of a recent explanatory video, the publication also addresses attachment fixings on wiper arms and the differences b…

Glen Callum Associates’ ‘Aftermarket Talent Club’ offers discretion when job searching
Date: Wednesday 14 December 2022
In a commitment to retain top talent in the industry, Glen Callum Associates (GCA) has introduced an exclusive initiative, the ‘Aftermarket Talent Club’, designed to assist senior-level professionals …

SSL | HD: HELLA further expands market leading position in chip-based headlamp technologies
Date: Wednesday 14 December 2022
HELLA, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella brand, continues to expand its market leading position in the field of digital, chip-based headlamp systems. Not only has the company…

You can rely on NGK this winter
Date: Monday 12 December 2022
Ignition specialist NGK works tirelessly to help its distributors and their garage customers cope with the increased winter demand for glow plugs for diesel powered vehicles. The winter months are the…