After Value Car Parts was launched in 2021, it has since expanded into a four-branch motor factor – but Ishtiaq Malik isn’t done just yet with more store openings planned. PMF sat down with the managing director inside the Perivale branch to find out how the team go about their business. Ish dabbled in several ...

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Clarios expands footprint in Europe with acquisition of recycling facilities Clarios, the manufacturer who produces VARTA automotive batteries, has completed the acquisition of three battery recycling centres in Germany and Austria, significantly expanding its recycling footprint in Europe and strengthening its closed‑loop battery supply chain. With all regulatory approvals now finalised, Clarios is integrating recycling operations in Freiberg ...

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The lasting effects of winter weather are making themselves felt this spring. Successive periods of heavy rainfall, repeated freeze-thaw cycles and worsening road degradation have accelerated pothole formation, according to First Line, contributing to more repair work. With steering and suspension systems bearing the brunt of this damage, First Line believes workshops are seeing an ...

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Formula One Autocentres on the road to expansion after completing acquisition of 35 ATS sites.  More than 130 jobs have been saved after Formula One Autocentres completed the acquisition of 35 sites from ATS Euromaster. The family-run business has expanded its network of centres to 170 as part of the deal, rapidly increasing its national ...

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PMF introduces this month’s movers and shakers as they begin a new stage of their career in the UK aftermarket. LKQ SYNETIQ LKQ SYNETIQ, a dismantling and recycling specialist, has appointed Justin Elliot as sales director to “drive forward the business’ sales strategy and market development”. Justin steps into the role at the joint venture ...

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Strut mount replacement should be a routine job for a professional technician; however, it is one that carries safety and performance implications if it is not handled correctly – this is where you play a pivotal role, according to Comline. Comline believes you are best placed to be the conduit between supplier and workshop to ...

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Kalimex reveals what is driving the rise in additives and why trade customers are reaching for them more than ever. From delayed servicing to stricter emissions standards, drivers are looking for ways to keep vehicles running efficiently, pass MOTs and reduce their environmental footprint. You hold the cards when it comes to recommending trade customers ...

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While filters are not necessarily emissions devices in the same way as catalysts, DPFs or SCR systems, according to MANN-FILTER, filtration quality has a measurable enabling effect on emissions stability. This is particularly true of engines, aftertreatment systems and onboard diagnostics, which are more sensitive to contamination, airflow deviation and fuel quality variation. A modern engine’s ...

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European Exhaust and Catalyst offers training to factor staff to increase their confidence and knowledge – ultimately, help grow their emissions business. Stuart Still, the company’s technical trainer, has recently carried out an “intensive” two-day session for one of its distributors.  EEC supports its customers with technical advice, fitting assistance, data analysis, stock guidance and ...

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OSRAM has revealed that its sales of HID bulbs are growing – with some customers seeing a reported 50% increase in sales themselves – what does the OEM put it down to? First introduced in 1991, HID bulbs quickly became a common bulb to use in vehicle headlights, with the BMW 7 Series the first ...

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