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    Watch: Shock absorber test bench in action

    Shock absorbers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, stability and comfort of a vehicle. Technological evolution in the automotive industry has led to significant improvements in shock absorber components, allowing for more precise control of vehicle vibration and oscillations. A key aspect in the development and production of shock absorbers is the use …
    August
    24
    2023

    Nissens highlights potential AC system TXV problems

    Nissens Automotive is drawing attention to possible problems with the thermal expansion valve (TXV) that can seriously affect the performance of the AC system.
    August
    11
    2023

    Installation advice from Comline

    A number of applications within the Comline brake disc range feature integrated ABS rings. Such designs are prevalent among Citroen and Peugeot vehicles, but there is a common fitment issue with this type of disc that relates to the ABS ring and sensor. The following Comline bulletin outlines the problem and the simple solution: Fault …
    August
    1
    2023

    125 years of Bosch in the UK and Ireland

    Robert Bosch started marketing his products in London, the company’s first venture into a market outside Germany. The internationalisation of the company had begun.
    July
    10
    2023

    Tricky repair solution for 2018 Jaguar F-Pace

    ALLDATA Repair has offered a solution to a customer enquiry it received about a 2018 Jaguar F-Pace, which had left the technician puzzled. Query The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace had been experiencing issues which left a technician puzzled and scratching their head. The lights, indicators and the wash wipe system worked intermittently. The technician scanned the …
    June
    20
    2023

    Shaftec advises how to measure a driveshaft

    As part of its objective to inject free technical information into the aftermarket, this month, Shaftec advises how to measure a driveshaft. Furthermore, the expert supplier of remanufactured and new drive, steer and stop parts explains why, for fitment purposes, it is so important to get the measurements right. This guide follows the introduction of …
    April
    25
    2023

    Watch: BM Catalysts shares DPF insight

    One of Europe’s leading manufacturers of aftermarket hot end emissions products, BM Catalysts, has launched a new video titled, ‘How does an exhaust diesel particulate filter (DPF) work?’, as part of its ongoing commitment to support customers by sharing insight and expertise in an accessible format. Following the success of its video on catalytic converters, …
    April
    18
    2023

    Borg & Beck offers best-practice braking tips

    Renowned supplier of premium quality aftermarket components, First Line Ltd, is dedicated to assisting its customers with as much information as possible
    April
    12
    2023

    Bespoke mountings can help save money on repairs

    Worn mountings, as any seasoned mechanic knows, can cause a variety of problems for the car, from increased vibrations to damaged parts, or even complete system failure. Klarius, the manufacturer of aftermarket emissions components, is advising all garages to check the mountings whenever a car is on the ramp to avoid these issues and offers …
    April
    4
    2023

    Copper slip vs Ceratec: facts for the modern mechanic

    Years ago, you couldn’t visit a garage without seeing a tin of copper slip sat on the bench, complete with paint brush, explains Scott Irwin MIMI, head of technical training at TMD Friction.
    March
    22
    2023