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		<title>Hella ups its thermal portfolio to 2,400 items</title>
		<link>https://pmmonline.co.uk/article/hella-ups-its-thermal-portfolio-to-2400-items/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:29:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[AC & Thermal Management]]></category>
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<p>Hella adds 1,500 new parts, bringing its aftermarket thermal portfolio to 2,400 items for passenger cars, LCVs, and heavy-duty vehicles.  As part of Hella’s latest expansion to its thermal management range, the parts supplier is introducing eleven brand-new product categories to the UK market. The new additions include fan clutches for engine cooling, oil coolers, coolant expansion tanks and ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk/article/hella-ups-its-thermal-portfolio-to-2400-items/">Hella ups its thermal portfolio to 2,400 items</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk">Professional Motor Mechanic</a>.</p>
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		<title>BMW&#8217;s patented screws analysed</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joe Clarke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:18:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The experts at Accu, a leading provider of reliable engineering and precision components, have analysed BMW&#8217;s patent (DE469242297), which covers three head styles: cap head, countersunk and flanged button head. Additionally, automotive expert Richard Rackham, former Head of Concept at Lotus Cars, weighs in on what this means for mechanics, manufacturers and owners. Here&#8217;s what ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk/technical/bmws-new-patented-screws/">BMW&#8217;s patented screws analysed</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk">Professional Motor Mechanic</a>.</p>
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		<title>Valeo launches omnichannel Help Centre</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelly Newstead]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:10:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="300" height="200" src="https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Valeo launches omnichannel Help Centre" decoding="async" srcset="https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-300x200.jpg 300w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-768x513.jpg 768w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-274x183.jpg 274w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-80x54.jpg 80w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-130x87.jpg 130w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-359x240.jpg 359w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-85x57.jpg 85w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-546x365.jpg 546w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-165x109.jpg 165w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-347x233.jpg 347w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-112x75.jpg 112w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-179x120.jpg 179w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-170x113.jpg 170w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-81x55.jpg 81w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26-765x510.jpg 765w, https://pmmonline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Valeo-Service-Help-Centre-26.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
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<p>Valeo Service has announced the launch of its omnichannel Help Centre, designed to help distributors and workshops navigate the growing complexity of modern vehicle repairs. With over 17-million-part references worldwide, finding the right component and fitting it correctly has reportedly become a daily challenge for the industry. Valeo’s service gives professionals instant access to automotive ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk/news/valeo-launches-omnichannel-help-centre/">Valeo launches omnichannel Help Centre</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk">Professional Motor Mechanic</a>.</p>
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		<title>Schaeffler launches AI assisted PartFinder system</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelly Newstead]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:50:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Schaeffler has introduced a free AI assisted online PartFinder enquiry tool designed to help garages, factors and distributors identify the correct replacement parts they need by streamlining technical support requests. Available through a link on the Schaeffler online catalogue page, PartFinder allows users to submit part identification enquiries directly online. Once submitted, users receive a ...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk/news/schaeffler-launches-ai-assisted-partfinder-system/">Schaeffler launches AI assisted PartFinder system</a> appeared first on <a href="https://pmmonline.co.uk">Professional Motor Mechanic</a>.</p>
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