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Textar explains the correct way to fit discs

|Date: October 29, 2020

Textar explains the correct way to fit discs

All technicians are aware of the importance of checking disc brake runout and routinely carry it out, but ...

All technicians are aware of the importance of checking disc brake runout and routinely carry it out, but how can this be made easier and more concise in garages? Scott Irwin, Head of Technical Traini ...

October 29, 2020
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Schaeffler extends FAG brand

|Date: October 29, 2020

Schaeffler extends FAG brand

Schaeffler has recently launched a comprehensive steering and suspension programme under its FAG brand. P ...

Schaeffler has recently launched a comprehensive steering and suspension programme under its FAG brand. PMM finds out more... Steering and suspension components are obviously safety critical, so quali ...

October 29, 2020
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Brembo details its Brake-by-Wire system

|Date: October 28, 2020

Brembo details its Brake-by-Wire system

The Italian automotive brakes systems manufacturer Brembo has a long history in designing the latest tech ...

The Italian automotive brakes systems manufacturer Brembo has a long history in designing the latest technology for braking applications. With its finger on the pulse, its most recent introduction, th ...

October 28, 2020
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ECOBAT develops online assessment

|Date: October 27, 2020

ECOBAT develops online assessment

To complement its ONE BOX battery testing solution, ECOBAT has developed a video and online assessment to ...

To complement its ONE BOX battery testing solution, ECOBAT has developed a video and online assessment to equip technicians with the skills to confidently install stop-start batteries. Following the s ...

October 27, 2020
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Banner Batteries combats emissions

|Date: October 26, 2020

Banner Batteries combats emissions

Despite the focus on engines when it comes to air quality, the humble battery remains an integral compone ...

Despite the focus on engines when it comes to air quality, the humble battery remains an integral component in the fight against emissions. Russel Shea, Business Development Manager at Banner Batterie ...

October 26, 2020
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Rotronics offers battery management advice

|Date: October 23, 2020

Rotronics offers battery management advice

Vehicle inspections have started to rise again, so PMM has teamed up with Rotronics to help you maximise ...

Vehicle inspections have started to rise again, so PMM has teamed up with Rotronics to help you maximise battery management opportunities. Since March, Rotronics has had a surge of enquiries from cons ...

October 23, 2020
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What to consider when selling a business

|Date: October 22, 2020

What to consider when selling a business

Selling a business can be a painful process, especially when the reason for the decision is out of the ow ...

Selling a business can be a painful process, especially when the reason for the decision is out of the owner’s hands. That’s why Neil Jones, Head of the Corporate and Commercial team at Ansons Solicit ...

October 22, 2020
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RWC Training Centre founder shares experiences

|Date: October 21, 2020

RWC Training Centre founder shares experiences

Rob Ward, the man behind the RWC Training Centre, has been in the automotive industry for three decades, ...

Rob Ward, the man behind the RWC Training Centre, has been in the automotive industry for three decades, from bodyshop apprentice to accredited trainer. In this exclusive interview, PMM asks him about ...

October 21, 2020
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WhoCanFixMyCar reviews impact of lockdown

|Date: October 20, 2020

WhoCanFixMyCar reviews impact of lockdown

The UK went into lockdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic back on 23rd March, and although life is n ...

The UK went into lockdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic back on 23rd March, and although life is now returning to some form of normality, the aftermath of lockdown has affected all corners of t ...

October 20, 2020
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Avia Autos explores the benefits of Facebook

|Date: October 19, 2020

Avia Autos explores the benefits of Facebook

In the second article of a two-part series, Hayley Pells of Avia Autos, explains why Facebook has become ...

In the second article of a two-part series, Hayley Pells of Avia Autos, explains why Facebook has become a crucial tool for marketing her garage business. Social media platforms dominate internet usag ...

October 19, 2020
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Dayco explores the pressure on VMs

|Date: October 08, 2020

Dayco explores the pressure on VMs

In recent years, the pressure on VMs to meet emissions standards has led to significant changes to the pr ...

In recent years, the pressure on VMs to meet emissions standards has led to significant changes to the primary drive system. Aftermarket suppliers have had to adapt to this progress quickly, as PMM fi ...

October 08, 2020
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UFI provides filter replacement tips

|Date: October 07, 2020

UFI provides filter replacement tips

PMM speaks with UFI Filters, a leading company in filtration and thermal management, to find out its top ...

PMM speaks with UFI Filters, a leading company in filtration and thermal management, to find out its top tips for the proper replacement of cabin air filters. In order to protect against harmful parti ...

October 07, 2020
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Autodata runs through steering geometry essentials

|Date: October 06, 2020

Autodata runs through steering geometry essentials

Have you noticed that the steering wheel is misaligned when driving in a straight line? If your answer is ...

Have you noticed that the steering wheel is misaligned when driving in a straight line? If your answer is yes, this could be a classic symptom of steering geometry issues. Autodata takes us through a ...

October 06, 2020
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The changing face of vehicle networking

|Date: October 05, 2020

The changing face of vehicle networking

As technology develops, so does the demand on vehicle networking. While the CAN bus is enough to process ...

As technology develops, so does the demand on vehicle networking. While the CAN bus is enough to process smaller volumes of data, the ever-increasing need to handle a greater speed and volume of infor ...

October 05, 2020
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Meyle looks at ADAS and the diagnostic process

|Date: October 02, 2020

Meyle looks at ADAS and the diagnostic process

ADAS has had a profound effect on the automotive industry. However, the area that has had to adapt to the ...

ADAS has had a profound effect on the automotive industry. However, the area that has had to adapt to these developments the most is the diagnostic process. To gain a better understanding, PMM spoke t ...

October 02, 2020
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