VLS’ biennial industry lunch took place recently, as ever at London’s RAC club, the spiritual home of automotive gatherings. This year’s VLS lunch landed at just the right time to capitalise on a rare moment of general interest in the oil industry, what with prices rising due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. ...

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PMM’s new Youtube reviewer Adam Shaikly is working with NTN to provide PMM’s Youtube audience with some best practice advice on fitting timing belts. New kid on the block Meet Adam, our new Youtube host. Adam works at Colchester’s Shaikly Motor Company, an award-winning garage many of you will already be familiar with. TIP #1 ...

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Motul recently threw open its doors to a team of international journalists to find out what’s behind its recent partnership with McLaren and what the more sensibly paced world of road cars can learn from the rubber burners in Formula One. Those of you who keep up-to-date with Formula One will know that there have ...

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Longtime workshop professional Dan laments the erosion of trust as garages become more process-led. There was a time when a technician’s judgement was one of the most valuable things in a workshop. Experience meant something. If someone had seen a fault ten times before, they were trusted to act on it. Now, in many garages, ...

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PMM spent the day with Jordan Kendal, aka the Norfolk Tech, a mobile mechanic who has made north Norfolk his workplace. As unbelievable as it seems as I write this now during the extreme heat wave of May, last Wednesday when I went to meet Jordan Kendal at his place of work – aka, outside ...

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Delphi recently launched its Make Some Noise campaign in partnership with Shaikly Motor Company. PMM went along to the energetic launch event to find out more. At an event at Delphi’s Warwick-based academy, Delphi announced that the launch of its new campaign entitled Make Some Noise. The launch, which felt more like an event for ...

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ELTA Automotive has introduced a new range of Lucas spare bulb kits featuring 100 per cent cardboard, fully recyclable packaging: A first for the aftermarket. Designed to eliminate plastic without compromising protection, the kits use precision-cut cardboard inserts to securely hold bulbs in place, ensuring durability for storage in the boot.

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Knipex is highlighting its wide range of spare parts to keep tools in service for longer. The Knipex TwinGrip front and side gripping pliers are designed for tackling worn or damaged screws and fasteners. With a unique combination of front and side gripping along with a push-button adjustment, they are ideal for tight or awkward ...

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New brake disc ranges have been introduced to Aisin’s Advics brand Around 1,000 references will complete a comprehensive range (of brake pads, brake fluid, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, etc.) that will eventually be compatible with 97 per cent of the European vehicle fleet. The 1,000 references have been designed for use in passenger cars and ...

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Manufactured to OE+ specification, each Apec caliper carrier is designed to provide a precise fit and dependable braking performance across a range of vehicles Developed to meet the demands of modern workshops, the range gives technicians access to “high-quality components they can rely on for consistent and efficient brake repairs”. To support quicker and more ...

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