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A turning point for ELTA Automotive

A turning point for ELTA Automotive

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manag ...

2025 has proved a “real turning point” for ELTA Automotive. Tim Brotherton, the company’s marketing manager, reveals why and how it will be a springboard for more success in 2026. Q. What would you sa ...

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The problem with seized track rods

The problem with seized track rods

Track rods have a hard life, and over time, they rust which causes both the inner and outer track rods to ...

Track rods have a hard life, and over time, they rust which causes both the inner and outer track rods to seize. Traditionally, workshops would use oxyacetylene to loosen the seized parts, but GYS bel ...

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Niterra UK expands NTK Vehicle Electronics portfolio

Niterra UK expands NTK Vehicle Electronics portfolio

Niterra UK has announced an expansion of its NTK Vehicle Electronics portfolio with the launch of a new t ...

Niterra UK has announced an expansion of its NTK Vehicle Electronics portfolio with the launch of a new throttle body range, opening fresh revenue streams for distributors and workshops across the UK. ...

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NOCO launches AL5 portable air compressor

NOCO launches AL5 portable air compressor

NOCO has announced the UK launch of the AL5 lithium powered portable air compressor, a compact, high-perf ...

NOCO has announced the UK launch of the AL5 lithium powered portable air compressor, a compact, high-performance solution designed to deliver quick, reliable tyre inflation for drivers, cyclists, moto ...

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Ring Automotive on winter readiness

Ring Automotive on winter readiness

As the clocks went back at the end of October – one of the first signs that winter is upon us – attention ...

As the clocks went back at the end of October – one of the first signs that winter is upon us – attention now turns to what needs to go into stock. Perhaps a few products have already crept onto the s ...

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SERMI approved in the UK

SERMI approved in the UK

A landmark moment for independent garages: SERMI approved in the UK The Independent Garage Association (I ...

A landmark moment for independent garages: SERMI approved in the UK The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced it has achieved full approval for the European SERMI scheme in the UK, markin ...

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A guide to winter vehicle performance

A guide to winter vehicle performance

As temperatures drop, vehicles face added strain – and it’s often the electrical system that feels it fir ...

As temperatures drop, vehicles face added strain – and it’s often the electrical system that feels it first. To help professionals and motorists understand the causes – and how to prevent them – Autoe ...

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Osram expands vision and safety portfolio

Osram expands vision and safety portfolio

Continuing its century-long mission to help drivers see clearly and stay safe, OSRAM has taken two major ...

Continuing its century-long mission to help drivers see clearly and stay safe, OSRAM has taken two major steps to strengthen its aftermarket presence: the launch of a new WIPERblade BETTER SIGHT range ...

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Motaquip ready to cater motor factors this winter

Motaquip ready to cater motor factors this winter

As workshops and motor factors switch from summer consumables to winter essentials, Motaquip is stepping ...

As workshops and motor factors switch from summer consumables to winter essentials, Motaquip is stepping up with refreshed products, seasonal promotions and trusted trade support – ensuring customers ...

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Upselling opportunities with fuel and oil additives

Upselling opportunities with fuel and oil additives

Additives offer motor factors a proven, technician-friendly product that can help workshops add value to ...

Additives offer motor factors a proven, technician-friendly product that can help workshops add value to every service – without increasing labour time or workshop capacity demands. That’s the view fr ...

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