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PPG launches cleaning solvent recycling project with SAIC General Motors

October 7, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 370

PPG has partnered with SAIC General Motors in China to launch a cleaning solvent recycling project, marking a major step forward in sustainable automotive manufacturing.

Performing a brake shoe/drum replacement on commercial vehicles

October 2, 2025 • Brakes, News, Technical Articles • Views: 438

When it comes to maintaining commercial vehicles and heavy-duty trucks, customers understandably want to minimise downtime for their fleets. Garages are under pressure to work quickly so the vehicle can get back on the road as soon as possible.

Delphi Academy helps garages tackle brake squeal complaints

October 2, 2025 • Brakes, News, Technical Articles • Views: 431

Delphi took centre stage at the recent GSF TechFest in London, by bringing its latest workshop solutions and expert guidance directly to vehicle technicians.

Why Shell’s Gas-To-Liquid base oils change the game

September 30, 2025 • News, Oil & Lubricants, Technical Articles • Views: 1682

Unlike conventional base oils made from crude, Shell has pioneered a process that converts natural gas into a crystal-clear base oil, which Shells says has 99.5 per cent purity.

Study shows mega casting can be cheaper to repair than traditional structures

September 26, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 736

A new study suggests that vehicles incorporating aluminium mega cast technology can deliver substantial repair cost savings compared to traditional multi-piece steel constructions, challenging early industry concerns about repairability.

High-temperature treatment for safe and reliable braking performance

September 26, 2025 • Brakes, News, Technical Articles • Views: 420

Due to the continuous advancements in engine performance and automotive technology, brake pads are under increasing developmental pressure.

Brembo launches first caliper made only with recycled aluminium

September 25, 2025 • Brakes, News, Technical Articles • Views: 371

After more than five years of research and development, Brembo has officially launched the use of an alloy with 100 per cent recycled aluminium in the production of its original equipment calipers — a key step forward in the company’s sustainability journey.

Delphi Academy gears up to host Top Technician semi-finals

September 25, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 299

Delphi Academy is once again set to welcome top vehicle technicians to its training centre in Warwick, as it prepares to host the semi-finals of the Top Awards 2025 on Saturday 4th October.

Automotive students celebrate success at WorldSkills Ireland 2025

September 23, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 238

More than 30,000 students from over 300 schools across the country came together at the RDS Simmonscourt for WorldSkills Ireland 2025, Ireland’s largest skills and apprenticeship showcase.

SIMI / Independent Service Sector at WorldSkills Ireland 2025

September 19, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 208

WorldSkills Ireland, the country’s largest skills and apprenticeship event, opened its doors earlier this week at the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin, welcoming more than 30,000 students from over 300 schools nationwide.