Repsol signs new UK distributor

Spanish oil giant Repsol has a pretty high profile in the UK, thanks to its long-term sponsorship of Honda’s MotoGP race teams and other top racing deals. But the brand has been rarely seen on UK retail shelves over the years, with no official distributor in recent decades.

That’s set to change, though, following a new distribution deal with two of the biggest suppliers in the trade. Top UK oil and lube specialist Millers Oils has announced that it is now the official UK source for Repsol Lubricants overall. And Feridax will be the exclusive distributor of Repsol to UK motorcycle dealers. Feridax will have a full range available for a wide range of applications, with next-day delivery and competitive pricing.

“We’re excited to become the UK distributor for Repsol motorcycle lubricants, reinforcing our position as the go-to resource for motorcycle dealers seeking industry-leading products,” said Feridax sales director Stuart

HMRC closes self-assessment helpline

CONCERNS HAVE BEEN RAISED OVER HM Revenue & Customs’ (HMRC) decision to close its self-assessment telephone helpline this summer. Small businesses and self-employed workers use the service to help with queries about their income tax returns.

HMRC wants to redeploy staff and advises people who are seeking assistance to use its chatbot as an alternative source of support.

The FSB, which represents small and mediumsized businesses, criticised the decision saying it will leave small business owners and the self-employed in the lurch, with only a few weeks left until the self-assessment second payment filing deadline of 31 July for the year ending 31 March 2022.

FSB national chair Martin McTague said: “Without support, many will spend extra time looking for answers instead of focusing on helping their businesses thrive. Perhaps the ‘Making Tax Digital’ campaign should be renamed ‘Making Tax Seasonal’, with a three-month tax break for small firms to match the helpline’s three-month summer break.”

Swaby. “Dealers across the country can now access Repsol’s line of lubricants through Feridax, allowing them to provide their customers with superior options that enhance engine efficiency, prolong engine life, and maximise overall performance.”

“We are delighted to bring Repsol Lubricants’ motorcycle range to the United Kingdom,” said Tony Lowe, MD at Millers Oils. “Repsol is synonymous with excellence and performance in the world of lubrication, and

Ardingly hosts classic Suzukis

Apair of ex-Barry Sheene race bikes are among exhibits at the Ardingly Summer Show on 30 July at The South of England Showground, Ardingly, near Gatwick.

Both machines date from 1973 when Sheene won the newly introduced Formula 750 European Championship. The tubular-framed Seeley Suzuki TR500 was one of his most successful motorcycles, carrying him to the Shell Sport Championship and the King of Brands accolade – and Sheene went on to scoop the MCN Man of the Year title. Also at the show will be a Seeley TR500 1973 Monocoque – the only original of this type ridden by Sheene – as well as a Suzuki TR750 XR11 raced in the 1975 Transatlantic Trophy by Stan Woods.

There is no age restriction on machines entered for display at the show; the main event will be held in the large Jubilee Hall and will include club stands and traders, with classic motorcycles, new and used spares, clothing and accessories spread across five halls around the showground.

Gates open to the public from 10am. Ticket prices have been frozen at the 2022 rate of £7.

Entering a display machine is free of charge using the online form on the Elk Promotions website, and owners of display bikes also get into the event free. www.elk-promotions.co.uk we are excited to offer these exceptional products to our customers. Our collaboration will influence UK riders to optimise their motorcycles’ performance, reliability, and longevity.”

Interested dealers should contact Feridax on 01384 413841 or email info@feridax.com to place orders.

Manx GP celebrates 100 years with Arai design

THE ANNUAL RELEASE OF THE Arai TT edition helmet has become a regular event on the Isle of Man, and now the firm has launched another top-end helmet on the famous Island. This one celebrates the Manx GP races, which run later in the summer with a slightly lower profile, but just as much history and heritage.

The Manx races are 100 years old this year, and the organisers have commissioned the exclusive UK helmet, which will be handmade in minimal numbers. Like the TT lids, it features the logos of the Manx nation – the Triskelion, as well as landmarks from the Mountain Course and a gold line tracing the route of the course around the Island. Under the paint is Arai’s top spec bike lid, the RX-7 EVO, with ECE 22.06 approval.

The Manx GP lid costs £829.99, and will be available to order from 20 July, exclusively through Arai specialists thevisorshop.com, and Crossan