Vehicle Identity Check scheme to be abolished
The Vehicle Identity Check (VIC) scheme that is required before repaired write-offs are allowed back on the road is to be abolished from 26 October 2015.
Garage Tools
The Vehicle Identity Check (VIC) scheme that is required before repaired write-offs are allowed back on the road is to be abolished from 26 October 2015.
Launch Europe has released a series of new video tutorials to assist installers with using the X-431 PRO 3 diagnostic tool. Available via YouTube, there are three different videos focusing on setting up, registering & updating and also using the X-431 PRO 3 on a daily basis. The “unboxing” product overview video is available below.
Workshop tools supplier, Pichler Tools has launched a new software system which they believe will boost productivity, and support continued sales growth. OrderWise, from supplier Wise Software, offers support through a strong UK base, which includes a staff team of nearly 100 people, as well as a community of over 8,500 active users.
Bringing speed and precision to wheel removal and fitting in the workshop
Winntec has launched the Winntec Wheel Assist, a product which aims to bring speed and precision to wheel removal and fitting. Operating as a standalone piece of workshop equipment, the Winntec Wheel Assist uses gas springs to enable workshop technicians to remove or replace wheels.
The Parts Alliance has launched a national tool hire programme. Designed to allow independent garages and workshops to retain business by improving access to specialist tools, Toolhireclub.com, is described as “a first” for a motor factor group. 300 special service tools and pieces of diagnostic equipment covering every major area of service and repair are available for hire. The Parts Alliance says it will allow garage owners to hire tools at low cost that in some cases would cost thousands of pounds to buy and would otherwise be beyond their budget.
Bosch has launched a diagnostic tool, which the company says its “flagship” model. The DCU 220 is designed to be a “future-proof diagnostic solution, giving businesses the ability to tackle the increasing number of complex vehicles on the road”, according to Bosch. Indeed, the company reports that the DCU220 combines the features of a traditional notebook with those of a tablet.
Hunter-brand garage equipment distributor Pro-Align has launched the new EasiPush onto the UK market. The EasiPush was developed to help workshops move commercial vehicles a short distance forward in order to carry out the rolling compensation check in the wheel alignment process. The innovative device is now available as a stand-alone tool to help operators manoeuvre vehicles in cramped workshops safely.
AME International, a Florida-based tyre changing tool manufacturer, recently introduced a Spanish version of its Tool and Equipment Catalogue. This is the first time the company has issued a Spanish version of its entire catalogue. Luis Goyeneche, vice president of international sales, was pleased with the result: “It’s difficult to translate catalogues correctly in general, […]
The Tyre Equipment Company (TTEC) has released details of what it is exhibiting at this year – its debut – CV Show. At the show, The Tyre Equipment Company will be exhibiting an assortment of products and the team will be available throughout the three days to offer support and advice to visitors. TTEC describes […]
Chicago Pneumatic is promoting its BlueTork CP7600 nutrunner series as “the most reliable and ergonomic solution for truck and bus tyre changing operations”. According to the company, the BlueTork nutrunner can tighten wheel nuts to a precise specification without using impact force. It is purportedly the only non-impact tool with a shut-off nutrunner available on […]
Trade Garage Equipment’s annual gala dinner and ‘trade approved’ equipment supplier and service conference was the highlight of an exciting year, where sales reached new heights and established the company at the forefront of the garage equipment market.
With the advancements in technology accelerating fast, the market can expect several new and revolutionary products to be available in the near future, all these developments are aimed at improving and making workshops more efficient, more profitable, whilst making all the equipment interact and be simpler to operate.
Chicago Pneumatic has announced plans to premier new range of cordless tools for the vehicle service industry at SEMA 2014. Visitors to the booth will be able to try the tools and see first-hand just how powerful and easy to use they are. The company is also previewing its workshop equipment range, which will be available in 2015, as well as showcasing new tools in its pneumatic range of impact wrenches.
Netherlands-based Techno Marketing Group (TMG) has moved to new premises. Earlier this year TMG relocated its base and associated distribution centre to a new ‘all purpose’ site in Roosendaal. According to the company, the new site incorporates a carefully planned and spacious office area with an adjacent product showroom specially designed to also act as a customer training centre.
It is now over two decades since US-based Gaither Tool Company launched a European division. Back in the 1990’s Gaither offered just two products whilst currently there are up to 30 pieces of equipment available in the company’s brand portfolio, underlining the growth of the company’s product portfolio.
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