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		<title>Why are HID bulb sales increasing?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:56:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HID-Bulbs-osram-pmf-march-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Why are HID bulb sales increasing" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HID-Bulbs-osram-pmf-march-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HID-Bulbs-osram-pmf-march-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HID-Bulbs-osram-pmf-march-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HID-Bulbs-osram-pmf-march.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>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 ...</p>
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		<title>OSRAM enters cycling market</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:48:37 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OSRAM-cycling-lights-pmf-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="OSRAM enter the cycling market" decoding="async" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OSRAM-cycling-lights-pmf-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OSRAM-cycling-lights-pmf-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OSRAM-cycling-lights-pmf-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OSRAM-cycling-lights-pmf.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>LEDsBIKE comprises of three light sets, a mounting bracket and an additional rear light. All of the lights feature a lithium-ion battery, which can be charged via USB-C. They also have a weather-resistant design and a low-battery indicator. There are two products in the EXPLORER X range: the first is the LEDsBIKE EXPLORER X 500 ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/products/osram-enter-the-cycling-market/">OSRAM enters cycling market</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:42:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Osram-traing-pmf-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students" decoding="async" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Osram-traing-pmf-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Osram-traing-pmf-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Osram-traing-pmf-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Osram-traing-pmf.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>Renowned lighting manufacturer, OSRAM, recently delivered their OSRAM Lighting Academy training session on automotive lighting to nearly 70 motor vehicle engineering students at Nottingham College. Students are a significant part of the future of the automotive aftermarket, therefore OSRAM is dedicated to assisting in their education. It’s for this reason that, in conjunction with Mike ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/osram-provides-training-to-nottingham-students/">OSRAM provides training to Nottingham students</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>Osram expands vision and safety portfolio</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:27:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSRAM-Wipers-RHD_Conventional_INSITU_002-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Osram expands vision and safety portfolio" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSRAM-Wipers-RHD_Conventional_INSITU_002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSRAM-Wipers-RHD_Conventional_INSITU_002-768x513.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSRAM-Wipers-RHD_Conventional_INSITU_002-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/OSRAM-Wipers-RHD_Conventional_INSITU_002.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>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 and the transition of Ringbranded inspection lamps into the OSRAM portfolio. Both developments underline OSRAM’s commitment to delivering premium-quality, vision-focused solutions to the ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/osram-expands-vision-and-safety-portfolio/">Osram expands vision and safety portfolio</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>Motaquip ready to cater motor factors this winter</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Motaquip-main-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Motaquip ready to cater motor factors this winter" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Motaquip-main-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Motaquip-main-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Motaquip-main-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Motaquip-main.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>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 are ready for the colder months ahead. Established by PSA Group and carrying a legacy spanning four decades, Motaquip is a name synonymous with the automotive sector. ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/motaquip-ready-to-cater-motor-factors-this-winter/">Motaquip ready to cater motor factors this winter</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>NAPA Racing endorses OSRAM</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/NAPA-OSRAM-2-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="NAPA Racing endorses OSRAM" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/NAPA-OSRAM-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/NAPA-OSRAM-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/NAPA-OSRAM-2-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/NAPA-OSRAM-2.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>Renowned lighting specialist, OSRAM, has been endorsed by NAPA Racing for its bulb and blade ranges. In a recent video, NAPA Racing drivers, Dan Rowbottom and Dan Cammish, discussed OSRAM’s bulbs and blades, citing them as important safety components with regards to the vision of the track ahead. The racing drivers took to the track ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/napa-racing-endorses-osram/">NAPA Racing endorses OSRAM</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>OSRAM provides training to West Lancashire students</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:14:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Osram-main-1-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="OSRAM provides training to West Lancashire students" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Osram-main-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Osram-main-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Osram-main-1-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Osram-main-1.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>Renowned lighting manufacturer, OSRAM, recently delivered their OSRAM Lighting Academy training session on automotive lighting to nearly 30 motor vehicle engineering students at West Lancashire College. Students are a significant part of the future of the automotive aftermarket, therefore OSRAM is dedicated to assisting in their education. It’s for this reason that representatives from the ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/osram-provides-training-to-west-lancashire-students/">OSRAM provides training to West Lancashire students</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>Are poor quality headlights causing the glare?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:08:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/osram-headlight-glare--300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Are poor quality headlights causing the glare?" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/osram-headlight-glare--300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/osram-headlight-glare--768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/osram-headlight-glare--765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/osram-headlight-glare-.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>Using its state of the art lighting laboratory located at its headquarters in Leeds, UK, OSRAM, an original equipment manufacturer of automotive bulbs, has found that there are bulbs on the market that are not road legal that may be causing glare.  Glare has been a hot topic in the news with many blaming LED ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk/features/are-poor-quality-headlights-causing-the-glare/">Are poor quality headlights causing the glare?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmfmag.co.uk">Professional Motor Factor</a>.</p>
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		<title>HELLA welcomes glare crackdown</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:33:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="196" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independent-garages-and-parts-suppliers-are-well-positioned-to-help-motorists-address-the-issue-of-headlight-glare-300x196.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="HELLA welcomes glare crackdown" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independent-garages-and-parts-suppliers-are-well-positioned-to-help-motorists-address-the-issue-of-headlight-glare-300x196.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independent-garages-and-parts-suppliers-are-well-positioned-to-help-motorists-address-the-issue-of-headlight-glare.jpg 750w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>Growing concern over headlight glare on UK roads has prompted the government to take a closer look at the issue, following reports that drivers are increasingly avoiding night driving due to dazzling oncoming lights. UK government to review vehicle and headlamp design as headlight glare increasingly affects UK drivers. Modern high-output headlights, especially LEDs, make ...</p>
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		<title>OSRAM introduces inspection light</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:32:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEDinspect_3in1-Inspection-Light-Kit_05-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="OSRAM launch new inspection light" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEDinspect_3in1-Inspection-Light-Kit_05-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEDinspect_3in1-Inspection-Light-Kit_05-768x512.jpg 768w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEDinspect_3in1-Inspection-Light-Kit_05-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmfmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LEDinspect_3in1-Inspection-Light-Kit_05.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p>OSRAM has launched an inspection light that has three separate attachments, creating a three-in-one solution. Coming in a handy and compact case, the LEDinspect 3-in-1 inspection light kit (LEDIL417) is the first of its kind in the OSRAM portfolio. The three attachments are a standard torch attachment, a thin inspection lamp attachment – with two ...</p>
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