How can you help your customers’ cars run more efficiently? This is the question we posed to companies recently, let’s see what they had to say.
Castrol
“An oil-based engine flush can be an effective remedy for neglected engines”
“Many of today’s customers are finding themselves more disconnected from car maintenance, with many not aware of the importance of ensuring their vehicles are lubricated on a regular and appropriate basis. If substandard or incorrect oil is used, vehicles will run less efficiently, with the potential for costly repairs further down the line.
“Workshops should take the opportunity to consult with their customers about the best oil to use for their vehicle. A nationwide survey of 1,000 UK car owners commissioned by Castrol found that 53 per cent of those questioned wanted to hear about premium lubricants that might maximise the performance, efficiency and overall life of their car’s engine.
“An oil-based engine flush can be an effective remedy for neglected engines, or engines that have experienced a build-up of sludge. Regular maintenance with high quality engine oil will prevent this from occurring, but when a second-hand car is purchased, the new owner may only have the choice of flushing the oil or stripping down the engine to clean it.”
A new product launched by Castrol is engine shampoo, a pre-oil change treatment that contains solvent-free powerful cleaning agent (PCA) additive technology to deliver a deep yet gentle clean.
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BM Cats
“It’s important that garages have effective procedures in place to alert motorists of MOT and servicing schedules, particularly through a cost-of-living crisis”
“Ensuring a vehicle runs efficiently starts with adhering to regular servicing and maintenance schedules. Failure to adhere to routine maintenance not only potentially costs the motorists more money in the long run with worsening problems, but also contributes to air pollution if factors relating to vehicle emissions remain unchecked. It’s important that garages have effective procedures in place to alert motorists of MOT and servicing schedules, particularly through a cost-of-living crisis.
“Key to efficient motoring is also the use of high-quality replacement parts. In our own product category of hot end emissions products, we recommend that garages opt for best-in-class quality when selecting these products and stress the importance of ensuring that the vehicle is fitted with a quality product that meets the legal requirements in terms of type approval.
“We’ve been encouraging motor factors and garages to embrace new opportunities to not only keep up with demand of an ever-evolving vehicle parc, but also to be able to service vehicles that incorporate an expanding array of emissions-reducing technology. Since the coronavirus pandemic, we have noticed that garages have significantly increased their communication with motorists and some garages now offer training workshops for drivers on the ‘self-care’ they can carry out on their vehicle to ensure it remains roadworthy.”
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Fueltone pro
“DPFs are needing more attention but aren’t getting the regenerative cycles they need to clear the pollutant”
“Generally we’re finding that more garages are turning to fuel additives, engine flush products and DPF cleaning foams, to keep engines running cleaner and to remove pollutants from DPFs. The trend we’re seeing is that DPFs are needing more attention but aren’t getting the regenerative cycles they need to clear the pollutant.
“Modern diesel-powered vehicles all feature a DPF as part of the vehicle’s exhaust system. If partially clogged with particulate, it increases back pressure in the engine, affecting fuel economy and reducing power, and over time can cause serious issues.”
Fueltone Pro DPF Foam Burst is applied to the DPF via a sensor port when the filter is blocked. The foam expands though the filter and burns away particulates, saving time and costs on expensive repairs.
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Klarius
“Offering an AdBlue check and top-up service is another opportunity for garages to keep their customers cars running efficiently”
“For the vehicle owner, poor quality components can easily harm fuel economy, and can cause engine wear and damage from excess back pressure. It’s often that poor quality parts can cause warning lights on the dashboard, due to the operational parameters on backpressure or emissions not matching the original device. For the vehicle technician it can also be a costly and frustrating error, increased fitting time or wasting ramp time.
“The smart solution is to source parts that are rigorously designed by a reputable manufacturer, who takes the time to make OE equivalent parts. Simply choosing a trusted brand will ensure the parts are both easy to fit and provide long term value for the owner.
“Offering an AdBlue check and top-up service is another opportunity for garages to keep their customers cars running efficiently. Klarius’ AdBlue distribution is backed by the world’s leading manufacturer of AdBlue, and garages should be aware that sourcing a trusted brand of will help to ensure a quality product is supplied to the customer and meets ISO 22241 standards.”
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