Some people crack open a bottle of bubbly on their fiftieth birthday – the team at Laser Tools decided instead to launch a new apprentice scheme.  Anyone who has been to the Laser Tools premises in Warwickshire will tell you what an impressive array of tools they have on display. Its portfolio is so impressive that ...

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Bringing ADAS calibration in-house is a decision many workshops are now considering, but choosing the right equipment can be the difference between a profitable service offering and a liability risk. We spoke to Matt Hume at A1 ADAS Group about the calibration rig he uses in-house himself.  The Autel IA600 is one of the latest fully digital ADAS calibration rigs available. It’s also ...

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Thinkcar is highlighting the increasing importance of ADAS calibration in the workshop environment – and how its mobile ADAS platform delivers value for money for independent garages, workshops and technicians by combining a portable calibration frame with fully compatible professional diagnostic scan tools.  With ADAS systems now standard on most modern vehicles, workshops face a critical challenge: offering accurate and compliant calibration ...

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Ring and OSRAM provide PMM with a full rundown of their tools and equipment offering for garages.  Auto accessories supplier, Ring Automotive and its parent company, original equipment lighting manufacturer, OSRAM, present its vast array of workshops tools, including its battery care, inspection lights and consumables ranges.     When technicians think of workshop tools, they usually think about ...

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Pro-Align, the exclusive UK distributor of Hunter alignment equipment, has been in contact recently with the owner of one independent garage which is reaping the benefits of regular wheel alignment work. Read on to find how this workshop is keeping their business like their customer’s tyres: pointing forward.   Meet Pat Coyne, owner of Coyne Tyres, a garage which goes far beyond tyre-fitting to include brakes, shocks, batteries and ...

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Sealey outlines its latest tools responding to changing vehicles.   The changing nature of the vehicle parc continues to shape workshop tool requirements. As systems become more software-controlled and pressures within engines and fuel circuits increase, technicians rely on precise, data-led tools to diagnose, measure and verify faults. The shift toward GDI fuel systems, advanced emissions ...

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Sealey explores what tools are needed for brake and clutch maintenance.  Brake and clutch maintenance remains central to routine vehicle servicing, forming a large proportion of daily workshop repairs. With increased vehicle complexity and a growing emphasis on safety-critical repairs, technicians rely heavily on tools that deliver consistent accuracy and reliability. The market has seen steady demand for equipment that simplifies ...

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SEALEY launches latest tool promotion featuring over 90 new products and a mechanic’s kit giveaway. The latest Tool Promotion from Sealey features over 1,570 deals and more than 90 new products. This season’s promotion is your go-to source for both everyday workshop essentials and specialist equipment.  You’ll also find big savings on heating, charging, and ...

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Ideal for timing belt or clutch jobs, the Universal Under Engine & Gearbox Support fromWelzh provides secure, adjustable support while keeping the underside workspace clear. Featuring a robust scissor lift mechanism, height-adjustable non-slip plates, and rotatable hooks, it suits a wide range of engine configurations in cars and light commercial vehicles. The tool’s design ensures ...

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Knipex has added a new version to its TwinGrip lineup. Designed for gripping, loosening or tightening screws with worn heads or threads, especially in tight spaces, the compact 150 mm model is now available with Comfort Grip handles. The TwinGrip 82 02 150 packs a lot into a small tool, combining front and side gripping ...

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