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Powered by Continental – low-voltage hybrid system introduced

When not producing tyres, Continental is a major player in the automotive systems sector, and now its products are also providing cars with extra oomph and greater fuel efficiency. The company reports it is “electrifying” one diesel variant of both the new Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models.

24.10.2016

Save time with new palm grip ratchets from Laser Tools

Laser Tools have introduced two new Palm Grip Ratchets, ideal for reaching difficult to access fasteners.

21.10.2016

Hankook intensifying cooperation with Schmitz Cargobull

Schmitz Cargobull trailers have rolled out the factory on Hankook-supplied tyres since 2013, and the two companies began collaborating in full-service business early last year after signing a further agreement covering the European market.

21.10.2016

Total UK ban: NTDA chief executive hardens stance on part-worn tyres

Following up comments made at the Tyre Wholesale Group’s annual lunch on 5 October, NTDA chief executive Stefan Hay has called for a total ban on the sale of part-worn tyres.

20.10.2016

Bosch Unveils Strut Tamer II Extreme

Bosch Automotive Service Solutions has introduced the OTC Strut Tamer II Extreme to assist technicians when replacing struts. The tool is available with a stand to increase mobility in a shop.

20.10.2016

GEM: Correct tyre inflation is the safe and economical option

Road safety and breakdown recovery provider GEM Motoring Assist is supporting Tyre Safety Month with the third in a series of simple safety reminders.

19.10.2016

ChromaLamp lights the way

Cromax has launched ChromaLamp, the hand-held LED light source that’s an indispensible tool for bodyshops that want to achieve the best possible finish results.

19.10.2016

Continental opens rebuilt truck tyre production hall in Otrokovice

A ceremony was held last week to officially inaugurate the newly-rebuilt truck tyre production hall at Continental’s manufacturing facility in Otrokovice, Czech Republic.

18.10.2016

Germany pushes for petrol free future

The Bundesrat, Germany’s federal council, has passed a resolution calling for a ban on combustion engine cars by 2030.

17.10.2016

Yuasa adds photo search to battery lookup site

The upgraded version of Yuasa Battery Europe’s online battery lookup system launched at this year’s Automechanika show in Frankfurt features a number of innovations, including a photo number plate lookup feature and live technical support across Europe.