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With the innovative technology of the new Genius iQ from Standox, refinishers can find the right colour formula for car repairs quickly and reliably. In doing so, the Wuppertal paint brand is bringing new advanced technology for digital colour management onto the market. The new Genius iQ spectrophotometer from Standox is based on the latest

Ring has launched a new multi-function automotive tester that can save technicians time and makes troubleshooting vehicle electrics easier and quicker. The Ring RMM500 Multi-Function Automotive Tester has been specifically designed to find electrical automotive faults: unlike standard multi-meters, the unit only has settings relevant for automotive use: the RMM500’s innovative current test mode allows

The latest Schaeffler REPXPERT training event has been labelled a ‘great success’ by technicians who participated in the recent INA and FAG course at a packed-out REPXPERT Academy. Presented by INA and FAG specialist, Tim Adams, and supported by fellow REPXPERT, Alistair Mason, the pair held an engaging, full-day workshop for technicians eager to learn

With just a couple of months remaining on the Glow Plug servicing peak, workshops still have time to maximise the benefits for their business if they have the know-how to work with seasonally-affected parts like Glow Plugs. Despite their renowned durability, the Glow Plug is still a sensitive component which must be fitted correctly to

Federal-Mogul Motorparts has launched its 2018 promotional campaign, Garage Gear. Throughout 2018 it will run quarterly promotions in which distributors can choose which brands they promote to better suit their business plans. The launch comes on the back of the 2017 Garage Gear prize draw which saw Fenns of Lynn, a Ferodo Brake Specialist in

Many people, for various reasons, tend to procrastinate when it comes to replacing parts in their cars. However, there comes a time when further delay not only causes permanent damage to the car, but also poses risk to the safety of the driver and other road users. Brake pads are an excellent case in point.

A fault on a BMW model, triggered by its power-assisted steering (PAS) pump pulley or auxiliary belt coming into contact with the sub frame when being driven over speed humps, is causing premature failures, Autoelectro has warned technicians. The contact between the components, on the BMW 3.0 petrol E90,92 and 93 Series 335i (2008-onwards), can

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has appointed Terry Knox as its new Vice President, further adding to its wealth of industry expertise. Knox has been a Member of the IAAF Council since 2016, and is Managing Director of CD Group, a third-generation family business with previous Managing Directors, grandfather Stuart Knox and father Ken

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