Pico Technology has unveiled the PicoBNC+ NVH diagnostics probes and kits consisting of a new microphone (TA572), three-axis accelerometer (TA573), and extension lead (TA574). Designed for locating and identifying sources of unwanted noise and vibration in vehicles, vessels, plant, and rotating machinery, the probes connect to PicoScope oscilloscopes via the PicoBNC+ interface, which provides automatic ...

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Cloud Link ADAS Pro is a system that verifies alignment in real time against OEM data.  Cloud Link ADAS Pro from Core claims to be the first ADAS calibration tool to independently verify vehicle and target alignment in real time against cloud-based OEM calibration data, ensuring every calibration meets manufacturer standards. Precision-engineered hardware, a full-size digital target display ...

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AI diagnostics assess fluid condition and contaminants to support precise, data-driven servicing. Febi is enabling workshops to analyse the condition of their customers’ vehicle’s fluids: engine oil, brake fluid, transmission fluid (automatic and manual), hyrdraulic fluid and power steering fluid. The AI-powered device detects soot, coking and metal abrasion, assesses oil condition and wear, and identifies contaminants such as condensation, coolant or fuel. This enables workshops ...

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ALLDATA Europe has announced it will be at Mechanex Harrogate, bringing OEM repair data to life through live demonstrations and expert-led presentations. ALLDATA UK Sales Director Damian Milling will take to the PMM Live stage for the first time, where he will demonstrate the power of OEM repair data to delegates. Visitors will experience Maintenance ...

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A1 Diagnostic Solutions has been appointed as one of a small number of UK distributors for Autocom’s ICON diagnostic platform, adding the PC-based system to its diagnostic portfolio. The move is said to reinforce A1’s position as a supplier of brand-agnostic diagnostic solutions shaped by hands-on workshop experience rather than sales targets. According to A1, ...

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Florian Laenge and Joel Trescher, the experts behind Bosch’s ESI[tronic] diagnostic software, reveal in their own words what makes the diagnostics software stand out from the crowd.   Firstly, could you explain what ESI[tronic] is?  ESI[tronic] is the very latest iteration of Bosch’s diagnostic software, which enables workshops to carry out maintenance, service and repair work quickly, efficiently and effectively. From the vast coverage for conventional cars, to over 200 electric ...

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At Oldfields Garage, ALLDATA Europe and Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions demonstrated how the power of OE repair data and solutions assisted the repair on a Škoda Kodiaq. Recently, ALLDATA Europe was invited to Oldfields Garage, alongside Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions, to carry out a repair on a Škoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI with DQ500 DSG gearbox ...

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Automotive diagnostics brand, Thinkcar, is extending its offering to the market with its new AI-powered tools, the Thinktool Euro 399 and 394. According to Thinkcar, these diagnostic machines have been designed to allow technicians to be “at the forefront of the ever-evolving industry.” AI isn’t the future of diagnostics, they argue, it’s already here. The ...

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Febi outlines the role sensors and electronics play in engine management.  Due to the evolution of the internal combustion engine, continuous enhancements to the efficiency and performance of vehicles have been paramount. This was achieved by improving the internal components and adding electronic engine management. Today the electronic control of the engine requires a wide ...

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In the last issue of PMM we briefly covered Bosch’s new diagnostic offering for Teslas. In this issue we find out more about how the ESI[tronic] platform enables all service and diagnostic tasks on Tesla vehicles. Tesla pursues different solutions for diagnostics and service work compared to traditional vehicle manufacturers. With the help of a ...

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