Author: Padraic Deane

NTN-SNR will participate in Automechanika, Frankfurt from  the 11th -16th September 2012 with an impressive new stand, covering 184 sq metres, located in Hall 2 stand number  A30 / B31.

NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd is to exhibit at the forthcoming Automechanika show in Germany on September 11-16.

Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed a range of zero-copper and low-copper brake pad formulations using a new tribological fingerprinting process. As companies work to introduce alternative materials ahead of legal deadlines, Federal-Mogul’s Eco-Friction™ is already achieving excellent results in customer trials.

As a leading brand of OE quality aftermarket components, the Klarius Group has over 100,000 product lines available for both passenger cars and light commercials. The Klarius Group says it specialises in providing a cost effective alternative to OE products while maintaining the highest possible quality standards to eliminate the uncertainty of fitting white label

Leading aftermarket supplier FAI has introduced a new 2012 Timing Chain Catalogue. It includes over 100 new part numbers added to the already comprehensive range, with all high quality complete kits benchmarked to OE standard.

TRW, distributed by Serfac Limited, has launched Universal DOT 5.1 ESP brake fluid – a fluid specially developed for vehicles fitted with electronic stability control (ESP) systems. This new low viscosity fluid exceeds more international specifications than any other and provides the best flow properties for ESP systems, especially in cold conditions.

Teenager Jade Berridge has just completed a successful first season as the youngest navigator in the UK Powerboat P1 SuperStock Championship. The 16-year-old schoolgirl and her father Vince finished fifth overall in the championship in their 150bhp boat Black Magic – which is sponsored by NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd – and received an award

New LuK clutch parts are continuing to enter the independent automotive aftermarket with additional parts released so far this year servicing the needs of nearly three-and-a-half million vehicles.

Despite the improved performance of modern day paint finishes, the ‘like-new’ look does not last nearly as long on exterior trim, which is why Armor All is urging owners to ensure the car’s plastic does their pride and joy justice.