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    Apec expands coil spring range

    Following the recent launch of steering and suspension components, Apec has announced the launch of a lin ...

    Following the recent launch of steering and suspension components, Apec has announced the launch of a line of coil springs. Due to The range consists of over 830 SKUs at launch equating to a 92.5 per ...

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    Apec expands product categories

    After over 50 years of serving the automotive aftermarket as a braking specialist, Apec has recently reve ...

    After over 50 years of serving the automotive aftermarket as a braking specialist, Apec has recently revealed plans to expand into new product categories. Beginning with the launch of a range of steer ...

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    The 2020 PMM Awards

    From training programmes and industry initiatives, to hand tools and diagnostic equipment, the 2020 PMM A ...

    From training programmes and industry initiatives, to hand tools and diagnostic equipment, the 2020 PMM Awards have been designed to celebrate everything that’s good within the industry. So, without f ...

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    Grease is the word

    Despite copper grease often being hailed as the ultimate lubricant, there isn’t a universal solution that ...

    Despite copper grease often being hailed as the ultimate lubricant, there isn’t a universal solution that is suitable for all contact points. Apec Braking outlines the need for specialised lubricants ...

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    Case Study: Premature outer brake pad wear

    Apec Braking tackles the all-too-common issue of outer brake pad wear. The braking problem had endured ov ...

    Apec Braking tackles the all-too-common issue of outer brake pad wear. The braking problem had endured over the course of a few months. It had started with the owner of the vehicle purchasing the vehi ...

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    Case study: Premature wearing of the outer pad

    The latest Technical Guide from Apec, takes a look at a recent case study which addresses the problem of ...

    The latest Technical Guide from Apec, takes a look at a recent case study which addresses the problem of premature wearing of the outer pad. This issue had spanned over a few months. It had started wi ...

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    The bedding-in process

    The “bedding-in” for brakes is essential for the brakes to perform optimally and friction is key for effi ...

    The “bedding-in” for brakes is essential for the brakes to perform optimally and friction is key for efficient braking. Here, Apec explains Bedding-in as well as the Material Transfer Process. Definit ...

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    Knowledge is Power

    Apec explains why there’s no substitute for professionally-delivered training and support. ...

    Apec explains why there’s no substitute for professionally-delivered training and support. ...

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    Lifting the Lid on ABS Sensors

    Graeme Ryder, from the Apec TECHMATE team, lifts the lid on ABS sensors. ...

    Graeme Ryder, from the Apec TECHMATE team, lifts the lid on ABS sensors. ...

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    Preventing NVH in Vehicle Braking Systems

    Apec explains why technicians should pay particular attention to the noise, vibration and harshness of th ...

    Apec explains why technicians should pay particular attention to the noise, vibration and harshness of their customers’ brakes. ...

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    Small Parts Make a Big Difference

    Apec tells PMM how replacing small braking accessories can benefit a garage business. ...

    Apec tells PMM how replacing small braking accessories can benefit a garage business. ...

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    Understanding Brake Squeal

    Apec Braking explains the causes and preventative steps. ...

    Apec Braking explains the causes and preventative steps. ...

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    PMM September - OUT NOW!!

    The September 2017 issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine is out now! ...

    The September 2017 issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine is out now! ...

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    PMM June 2017 - OUT NOW!!

    The June issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine 2017 has hit the streets! PMM June includes all th ...

    The June issue of Professional Motor Mechanic Magazine 2017 has hit the streets! PMM June includes all the latest news, technical hints and repair advice, as well as the newest tools and products from ...

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    What Does the Extended R90 Mean for Garages?

    Graeme Ryder of Apec Braking explains the impact of the latest regulations for discs and drums. The ECE R ...

    Graeme Ryder of Apec Braking explains the impact of the latest regulations for discs and drums. The ECE R90 regulations for brake pads and shoes were launched back in 1999, in order to define standard ...

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