Choosing a high-quality filter could be the most effective way of preventing catastrophic engine failure, strengthening a workshop’s hard-earned reputation and saving motorists from unnecessarily spending their hard-earned cash, according to the experts at Comline Group.   Not all filters are created equal; a premium oil filter will shield an engine from harmful contaminants and keep oil flowing smoothly, but ...

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Comline is reminding independent workshops of the importance of not applying copper grease to brake pads.  Comline, the brand of choice for many aftermarket businesses and technicians around the world, is urging independent workshops to reconsider the use of copper-based grease on brake pads, as modern braking systems become ever more reliant on electronic sensors ...

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Comline has stated strut mount replacement should be a routine job for a professional technician, however, it is one carrying safety and performance implications if not handled correctly. A top strut mount connects the suspension strut to the vehicle’s body, shielding the cabin from road noise and vibrations while acting as the steering system’s pivot ...

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Comline has revealed why choosing a high-quality filter could be the most effective way of preventing catastrophic engine failure, strengthening a workshop’s reputation and saving motorists from unnecessary spend.  Not all filters are created equal; a premium oil filter will shield an engine from harmful contaminants and keep oil flowing smoothly, but a poorly made ...

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Comline Group filter product manager, Toni Spiridon reveals how workshops can ensure their customers’ vehicles are winter-ready. Winter is upon us: temperatures have dropped, roads are damp and debris is prominent on the surface too. Consequently, workshops receive vehicles with different problems than those likely welcomed in summer – fewer ai conditioning failures and overheating ...

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The MOT is not just a tick-box exercise – convert the potential, urges Comline. For some motorists, the MOT is a yearly stress test – a necessary but often dreaded inspection. But for independent workshops, it’s more than just another task on the ramp: It’s an opportunity to guarantee safety, build trust and grow revenue. ...

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Comline is arguing that the ongoing pothole “crisis” is highlighting the urgent need for robust steering and suspension systems. Comline, a leading British distributor of suspension systems, has welcomed the government’s pledge to help fix Britain’s potholes, but is warning that the stark reality of the situation emphasises the need for quality steering and suspension ...

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Technicians can benefit from Comline’s technical nous and comprehensive portfolio by learning about the technology inside its spin-on oil filters and absorbing some useful fitting advice. In this latest article by Comline, PMM readers will gain a deeper understanding of the technology behind oil filters as well as some of the common oil filter fitting ...

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PMM catches up with Leigh Davies, group marketing and communications general manager at Comline, owners of the Motaquip brand. Hi there, thanks for talking to PMM! It’s been a while since Motaquip has been seen in the magazine, so the obvious question is can you update our readers about what’s been happening behind the scenes? ...

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Comline has launched an online Soccer Skill Shot game and competition to get participants into the spirit of this year’s highly anticipated tournament! It is hoped the competition will provide the opportunity for some (friendly!) competition, and give everyone the chance to win prizes in the process. In the game, players have 60 seconds to ...

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