Professional Motor Mechanic

OESAA distributes 3,000 garage packs

|Date: July 21, 2020

OESAA distributes 3,000 garage packs

The Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA) has revealed it will be supporting the ‘ ...

The Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA) has revealed it will be supporting the ‘Back on Track’ campaign by distributing 3,000 free ‘Back on Track’ packs of workshop POS and es ...

July 21, 2020
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Ben cancels annual flagship event

|Date: July 09, 2020

Ben cancels annual flagship event

Ben has announced the cancellation of its annual flagship event, Ben Ball, in December. As a result of CO ...

Ben has announced the cancellation of its annual flagship event, Ben Ball, in December. As a result of COVID-19, the event will not be taking place this year for the first time since World War II, con ...

July 09, 2020
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DENSO extends webinar programme

|Date: July 07, 2020

DENSO extends webinar programme

Introduced in response to the coronavirus crisis to provide technicians with ongoing training during the ...

Introduced in response to the coronavirus crisis to provide technicians with ongoing training during the restrictions imposed by the country’s lockdown measures, DENSO Aftermarket’s webinar programme ...

July 07, 2020
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SMMT announces UK new car market down a third

|Date: July 06, 2020

SMMT announces UK new car market down a third

According to figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), UK new car regis ...

According to figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), UK new car registrations fell -34.9% in June. The drop was said to be an improvement on May’s -89.0% wipe-out b ...

July 06, 2020
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First Line highlights clutch installation errors

|Date: June 30, 2020

First Line highlights clutch installation errors

First Line has shared the most common installation errors it has come across for the automotive clutch sy ...

First Line has shared the most common installation errors it has come across for the automotive clutch system, in a bid to prevent technicians from making the same mistakes. How to check if a clutch i ...

June 30, 2020
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Schaeffler launches e-learning module

|Date: June 29, 2020

Schaeffler launches e-learning module

Schaeffler has created an e-learning module, using text and audio, to help garage owners and technicians ...

Schaeffler has created an e-learning module, using text and audio, to help garage owners and technicians take on board all of the key guidelines they need to be aware of in order to keep the workplace ...

June 29, 2020
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SMMT announces UK car manufacturing fell in May

|Date: June 26, 2020

SMMT announces UK car manufacturing fell in May

According to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), UK car manufactur ...

According to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), UK car manufacturing output fell -95.4% in May with just 5,314 vehicles rolling off production lines. The perfor ...

June 26, 2020
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Schaeffler adds more installation guides to REPXPERT

|Date: June 25, 2020

Schaeffler adds more installation guides to REPXPERT

Following the launch of its LuK clutch step-by-step replacement guides on the REPXPERT online technical p ...

Following the launch of its LuK clutch step-by-step replacement guides on the REPXPERT online technical portal, Schaeffler UK has added more detailed installation guides – this time covering INA belt ...

June 25, 2020
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ECOBAT offers start-stop battery training

|Date: June 24, 2020

ECOBAT offers start-stop battery training

Following the launch of its ONE BOX start-stop battery testing and installation solution, ECOBAT Battery ...

Following the launch of its ONE BOX start-stop battery testing and installation solution, ECOBAT Battery Technologies (ECOBAT) has released a free start-stop battery training, assessment and certifica ...

June 24, 2020
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ACEA revises forecast for passenger car registrations

|Date: June 23, 2020

ACEA revises forecast for passenger car registrations

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has radically revised its 2020 forecast for pas ...

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has radically revised its 2020 forecast for passenger car registrations, down to about -25%. This is in the light of the major economic crisis ...

June 23, 2020
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Hella Gutmann Solutions launches ADAS video

|Date: June 22, 2020

Hella Gutmann Solutions launches ADAS video

Hella Gutmann Solutions (HGS) has released a video, which focuses on advanced driver assistance systems ( ...

Hella Gutmann Solutions (HGS) has released a video, which focuses on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and the importance of recalibrating them. The full video can be viewed on the HGS’ YouTub ...

June 22, 2020
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VLS escalates engine oil case to Trading Standards

|Date: June 19, 2020

VLS escalates engine oil case to Trading Standards

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has escalated case 154 to Trading Standards, which rel ...

The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has escalated case 154 to Trading Standards, which relates to a fully synthetic 5W30 oil, following months of investigation. VLS received a complaint ...

June 19, 2020
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IAAF introduces virtual Industry Briefing Sessions

|Date: June 17, 2020

IAAF introduces virtual Industry Briefing Sessions

Members of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) are being offered the opportunity to ...

Members of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) are being offered the opportunity to keep up to date with industry insights, trends and opportunities through a virtual platform. Af ...

June 17, 2020
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OSRAM expands Trust Programme

|Date: June 15, 2020

OSRAM expands Trust Programme

OSRAM has expanded its Trust Programme as counterfeit parts continue to be a problem in the aftermarket. ...

OSRAM has expanded its Trust Programme as counterfeit parts continue to be a problem in the aftermarket. OSRAM has urged businesses in the automotive aftermarket to ensure they are purchasing from cre ...

June 15, 2020
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Comline launches social media campaign

|Date: June 12, 2020

Comline launches social media campaign

Comline has announced the launch of a social media competition designed to fill the void left by the post ...

Comline has announced the launch of a social media competition designed to fill the void left by the postponement of EURO 2020. Focusing on automotive, yet harnessing a typical football tournament for ...

June 12, 2020
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