Author: Eoin Cuttle

More than ever, batteries need to be fit for purpose to avoid costly vehicle downtime. The knock-on effects of vehicle development can have unintended consequences as John Bentley, technical manager for Ecobat Battery Technologies (EBT), formally Manbat, explains.

Original equipment (OE) manufacturer and system supplier, Hella once again demonstrates its lighting competence, this time through a range of retrofit LED rear combination lamps for DAF and MAN applications.

KYB Europe has launched a number of new features on its mobile App, designed to help workshops identify the need to sell suspension parts and communicate effectively with the motorist. Initially previewed at Automechanika Frankfurt, the features are now live for all users.

2019 will see Japanparts Group consolidate its presence in the international aftermarket parts sector and will give customers an opportunity to view and learn about its wide range of spare parts which make up the 140 different families of products, from engine parts to brakes and from clutches to electrical and suspension components.

Five powerful new pneumatic jacks have recently been added to the Draper Expert range of high-quality tools and equipment.

Filtration and thermal management company, UFI Filters Group marks a further step in its internationalisation strategy, thanks to the partnership signed with ATR International AG.

Schaeffler (UK) Ltd has appointed Thomas Willis as Head of Category and Technical for the original equipment manufacturer’s aftermarket division.

Workshops can now access a complete range of diesel particulate filter (DPF) specialist cleaning equipment through Euro Car Parts Team P R Reilly. Thanks to an agreement with leading manufacturer Carbon Clean, Euro Car Parts Team P R Reilly is now providing effective cleaning solutions for any type of engine, through its Workshop Solutions brand.

Lumileds have named ‘The Garage Inspector’ Andy Savva as the Philips Automotive Lighting Brand Ambassador for the UK and Ireland.