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Yokohama branding continues on new Nike home and away kits for Chelsea FC

While Premier League champions Chelsea FC will be wearing Nike Football kits for the first time in the club’s 112-year history, one thing that won’t change for the 2017-18 season is shirt sponsor Yokohama. The tyre manufacturer continues into its third season of the five-year deal, which will see the champions defend their title and mount a challenge in the European Champions’ League, increasing the reach of its global sponsorship.

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  1. Yokohama tyres fitted to Chelsea FC team bus
  2. Yokohama hails Chelsea success as team wins ‘football’s biggest prize’
  3. Chelsea Ladies FC extend Yokohama football brand reach
  4. Yokohama celebrates brand boost as Chelsea wins Europa League
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A to Z Car and Taxi Parts & Accessories becomes latest A1 member

Nottingham based A to Z Car and Taxi Parts & Accessories has joined A1 Motor Stores. Opened in 2011, the retailer and factor supplies the garage and taxi retail and repair trade in the north of Nottingham, currently running two vans delivering a wide range of both hard parts and retail goods.

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  1. A1 Motor Stores convention to take place in Italian lake hotel
  2. A1 Motor Stores Mota1 wiper blades available now
  3. A to Z Car and Taxi Parts & Accessories becomes latest A1 member
  4. EAG and A1 Motor Stores announce supply deal
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Chargemaster partnership to sponsor charging points at Cenex LCV2017

Chargemaster has become the exclusive charge point sponsor of the 10th annual Low Carbon Vehicle Event, Cenex LCV2017, at Millbrook, 6–7 September. The assurance that the electric vehicles (EVs) on-site for the event are appropriately powered, underlines Chargemaster’s position as the leader in EV charging.

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  1. Cenex picks Chargemaster to run electric vehicle plug-in network
  2. Chargemaster powers up Cenex-LCV2018 with exhibitor and visitor charging
  3. Innovative InclusivEV electric vehicle sharing project launches in Solihull
  4. Chargemaster Partnership to sponsor charging points at Cenex LCV2017 
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Hella and ZF Form Strategic Partnership

Hella and ZF are entering into a strategic partnership. Both automotive suppliers will benefit from this cooperation on sensor technology, particularly for front camera systems, imaging and radar systems. ZF will further strengthen its portfolio as a systems supplier, which offers both modern assistance systems and autonomous driving functions and Hella will drive technological development and benefits from a broader market access with its leading technologies. The first joint development project in camera technology will start immediately, with the objective of a market launch in 2020.

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  1. Why tyre servicers need to address ADAS – Hella Gutmann Solutions
  2. Hella and Faurecia enter into strategic collaboration
  3. Plastic Omnium and Hella enter into strategic partnership
  4. Hella to present future lighting, electronics concepts at IAA 2019
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Ricardo and FMC to cooperate on electric vehicle development

Ricardo has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Future Mobility Corporation to provide engineering support in the development of a family of state-of-the-art electric vehicles, aimed at offering affordable quality and performance to customers in Asia, North America and Europe.

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  1. Bridgestone EMEA and Iris Capital announce innovation partnership
  2. Ricardo project aims to become battery manufacturer of choice for premium EVs
  3. Ricardo launches new ‘E-Axle’ electric vehicle transmission
  4. Leaving range anxiety behind: EV project powering next generation battery systems
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Davanti Tyres appoints Terramar on exclusive Middle East sales deal

Davanti Tyres has signed an exclusive sales deal across the Middle East with international trading house Terramar GmbH. The private brand of UK wholesaler Oak Tyres states that this continues its global expansion plans, building upon strong global sales since its launch in 2015. The deal joins distribution arrangements made in South Africa in late 2016. Terramar will sell Davanti Tyres exclusively across the Middle East from June 2017.

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  1. Davanti displays expanded range, including new A/T tyre at Automechanika Dubai
  2. Davanti appoints MEA sales director to establish new regional office
  3. Davanti signs South African distribution deal
  4. Davanti Tyres secures five new distribution deals
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Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 chosen as original equipment by leading marques

The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 has secured more than 54 approvals on 27 platforms across 10 original equipment manufacturers since its introduction less than two years ago. Audi, Citroen, Fiat, Ford, Opel, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Smart and Volkswagen have all approved the award-winning tyre.

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  1. Goodyear develops all-season tyre with A-rated fuel efficiency
  2. Same name, upgraded performance – Goodyear launches 2nd-gen Vector 4Seasons tyre
  3. Podium pride of place for Goodyear in all-season tyre test, Nokian & Michelin recommended
  4. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 wins Gute Fahrt all-season tyre test, SUV sizes available
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NBRA ‘disappointed’ over Europcar allegations

“The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is disappointed to see Europcar has been accused in press reports of fraudulently overcharging customers for repairs as Trading Standards raided its UK head office over the weekend,” comments Jason Moseley, NBRA director.

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  1. NBRA backs ICO’s on-going search warrants
  2. RMI Bodyshops investigates ‘potentially serious breaches of confidentiality’
  3. CMA car insurance recommendations ‘do not address issues’ – RMI Bodyshops
  4. UK automotive sector reacts to the Queen’s Speech
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NFDA and ICDP publish ‘Life After Brexit’ discussion paper

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and ICDP have published ‘Life after Brexit: challenges and opportunities for UK automotive retail’. The discussion paper analyses challenges, outlines priorities and investigates opportunities that are likely to appear for the retail auto industry as the post Brexit situation emerges.

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  1. NFDA discusses confidence, legislation and Brexit in Belfast
  2. Motor Dealer report pessimistic over profits and Brexit
  3. UK-EU transition deal ‘crucial’ for automotive industry – NFDA
  4. NFDA responds to government ‘no-deal Brexit’ notices
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The future’s bright for Poland’s electromobility market, says Frost & Sullivan

Poland’s electromobility market is ripe for growth. Favourable government initiatives such as the Electromobility Plan and Electromobility and Alternative Fuels Act are reshaping local mobility and igniting innovative clean technologies to achieve higher competitiveness and energy optimization. Growth will be augmented by consumer incentives and the simultaneous development of infrastructure, energy distribution, and product offerings. Players should look for opportunities in charging point infrastructure development, automotive supply chain transformation, and public transport modernisation to gain a competitive advantage.

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  1. GfK: UK still amongst largest and fastest growing SUV tyre markets
  2. Europe will overtake the US in the electric and hybrid cars market, says MarketLine
  3. 21 million more electric vehicles expected worldwide by 2030
  4. European commission approves 3.2 billion euros of battery research support
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New regulator tester from WAI

WAIglobal has added a new voltage regulator testing diagnostic tool, the WAI1000, to its extensive rotating electrical range. The new addition tests whether the voltage regulator is in full working order, while eliminating the need to remove the alternator from the vehicle.

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  1. Hella Gutmann Solutions – diagnostic tools for the present and the future
  2. MAF Sensors now available same-day
  3. TecAlliance: TecDoc Catalogue 3.0 available
  4. Schaeffler puts spotlight on Repxpert workshop portal
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Mahle extends engine component range

Mahle Aftermarket has introduced seven new engine components including four pistons, two rings and one liner. The new piston 061PI00127000 covers Scania models while the piston with the part number 037PI00115000 is suitable for Volvo and Volvo (Penta) applications. Additionally, piston 175PI 00101000 covers Stihl MS260 and MS260C, and piston 028PI 00130000 covers a number of popular Audi, Seat, Skoda and Volkswagen models.

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  1. First Line adds turbo hoses to product range
  2. SMPE develops exclusive Ford exhaust pressure sensors
  3. Autosupplies Chesterfield joins forces with Mahle
  4. Mobility partner for cars of yesterday and today – Mahle Classic Line

Midlands open evenings are record breakers for GSF

GSF Car Parts say their Leicester branch open evening held on 15 June drew 120 garages customers, making it the best attended ever. It built on the success of a similar Coventry branch event three weeks earlier that also attracted over 70 garage owners and technicians.

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  1. GSF Norwich open day ‘a success’
  2. Milton Keynes hosts GSF trade evening
  3. Summer downpour doesn’t dampen GSF trade evening
  4. CPD deadline prompts interest surge in GSF training solution
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Valeo demonstrates clutch friction expertise

Valeo Service has launched in the UK a campaign focusing on the key benefits of its commercial vehicle clutch friction material. The original equipment (OE) supplier of clutches states its friction material is a key element of its business, offering optimised comfort and thermal resistance.

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  1. Valeo adds to wiper motor range
  2. Revive to exhibit at Autosport International 2018
  3. New references for Volvo car applications
  4. Valeo releases new 2017/2018 edition of the Clutch PC and LCV catalogue
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Harp International joins IAAF

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed chemical packer, supplier and reclamation specialist, Harp International to its membership. Harp International has been supplying refrigerants for vehicle refrigeration and air conditioning systems for more than 25 years.

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  1. IAAF appoints insurance provider to members
  2. Thomas Auto Injection Centre the latest IAAF member
  3. IAAF’s Williamson re-elected to FIGIEFA board
  4. IAAF to warn aftermarket “be primed for digital revolution”

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