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New OptiMate 5 stop-start battery optimizer

Increasing numbers of vehicles are using automatic stop-start systems, to help lower emissions and fuel consumption, but these can put enormous strain on the battery.

Yuasa adds to OE YBX battery range

GS Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd, the world’s leading battery manufacturer, has introduced seven new Yuasa automotive batteries to its market-leading, Original Equipment (OE) quality YBX

Shell remains BMW’s recommended oil supplier

Shell says it has officially renewed its status as BMW AG’s only recommended supplier for aftermarket engine oils in Ireland for a further three years

New OptiMate Solar line launched

One of the primary problems encountered with most solar chargers has always been that once the sun goes down, you have no idea what the

AS-PL introduces three new products

AS-PL has introduced a new Alternator with index number A3374S, which is the product of the AS brand. The new product belongs to the Standard

Borg & Beck says check the filter

When a vehicle enters the workshop for a service, it is important to make sure that all components are functioning properly before heading back out

SMPE to take control of Lucas licence for UK & Ireland

Standard Motor Products Europe (SMPE) is to become the official UK & Ireland licensee for the Lucas brand of engine management. Since acquiring the rights

Two ultra-low-profile socket sets from Laser Tools for restricted space

These two new socket sets from Laser Tools are ideal when space is restricted and there is just not enough room to get a socket

Lumileds backs Philips’ X-tremeVision headlights

As a leading lighting solutions company for the automotive industry, Lumileds is responsible for manufacturing and bringing Philips products to market for its automotive lighting and accessories

Valeo to showcase numerous CV innovations at IAA

From September 20 – 27, Valeo is taking part in the 67th IAA International Motor Show for commercial vehicles (IAA CV 2018) in Hanover. The

National Auto Parts enhances brake and clutch offering 

National Auto Parts’ brake and clutch product range continues to go from strength to strength, with the introduction of 13 new brake pads, three new

Brembo launches Xtra brake pads

Brembo has launched the new Brembo Xtra brake pads, developed to maximize the advantages of Brembo’s Aftermarket range of drilled and slotted discs. Brembo says

Sealey’s new V-Scan multi-manufacturer diagnostic tool

Sealey’s new V-Scan multi-manufacturer diagnostic tool is a wireless Android based system which enables near OE-level diagnostics. It is an extremely well priced midrange tool,

Trico to showcase new strapline and logo at Automechanika Frankfurt

Trico will be showcasing its new slogan ‘Excellence In Every Blade’ at Automechanika Frankfurt – as well as introducing a new “OEM” logo to highlight the company’s long

Sealey’s new VS240 mobile induction heater

Sealey have introduced the new VS240 which is a 1000W mobile induction heater for fast heat delivery. It is ideal for loosening stubborn and seized

NGK Spark Plugs to hold product training sessions in November

Ignition specialist NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd will be holding product training sessions at the forthcoming MechanEx exhibition at Sandown Park following its success at

Sealey’s new winter promotion 2018-2019

Sealey has got a host of special offers ready for its new winter promotion which launched on September 1 and is valid until February 28

Mann+Hummel successfully tests Fine Dust Particle Filter

Traffic contributes a significant portion of the particulate pollution in cities. Cars, transportation vehicles, buses, and trains are damaging human health and the environment due

Dayco to unveil new corporate branding

Dayco will use the world stage afforded by Automechanika Frankfurt to present its new corporate branding to a global audience of the industry’s most influential

Gunson release new twin-head cleaning brush

Professional car detailers rely on a number of special brushes and cleaning tools in their pursuit of perfection. Gunson says that its new twin-head cleaning