AutoTorque - September 2020

VOICE TO THE MOTOR TRADE

SEPTEMBER 2020

How to: Fiat 500 Abarth clutch replacement

National warranty gets Servicesure customer home safely Yuasa highlights benefits of battery checks Cocaine-addicted tester blasted by judge

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National warranty gets Servicesure customer home safely

How to: Fiat 500 Abarth clutch replacement

Yuasa highlights benefits of battery checks

Cocaine-addicted tester blasted by judge

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TPA latest............................................................................ 5 Servicesure summary......................................................... 9 Tech Focus......................................................................... 13 Branch bulletin.................................................................. 18 Brand news...................................................................... 22 Industry news................................................................... 27

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PARTS ALLIANCE LATEST

Social distancing posters updated for ‘1m plus’ rule Support material updated for garages

Latest resources available online

Two metre social distancing versions remain available

“This change provides more flexibility, and the potential to operate closer to full capacity again.” Simon Moore, head of marketing.

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IT’S BETTER TO GO ALL INCLUSIVE.

LuK RepSet clutch kits contain everything you need to carry out a professional and long-lasting repair, all in genuine OE quality.

They also come with a bonus points coupon that you can redeem for technical know-how, tools and POS on REPXPERT, Schaeffler’s workshop knowledge portal, available online or as a free app download.

All LuK components are precision matched to work together and ensure a fast and efficient installation, so you can save time, effort and money by getting it right first time - every time. Don’t risk your reputation by using mis-matched clutch parts - for a completely professional repair fit LuK. www.repxpert.co.uk | www.schaeffler.co.uk/aftermarket

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SERVICESURE SUMMARY

National warranty gets Servicesure customer home safely Network members provide recovery and repairs for customer returning from France

“It clearly shows just how valuable it is to be a Servicesure member.�

John Willcox, PSS Autocentre.

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Servicesure Autocentres is the UK’s fastest growing network of garages.

Established in 2004, it is a nationwide group of likeminded garages working to a strict set of business practices and quality standards.

Membership is by invitation only and the many advantages include access to business planning, workshop efficiency programmes, marketing support and money saving services.

Members also benefit from being able to offer the best in industry National Warranty Scheme which guarantees all the replacement parts* that have been fitted to your customer’s vehicle. Terms and conditions apply.

Other benefits include:

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• Face-to-Face business management and help

• Car sales and leasing

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For details visit servicesureautocentres.com or call 0330 041 2118 *Parts must be purchased from The Parts Alliance and associate members

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SERVICESURE SUMMARY

Harrogate garage reveals lockdown experiences Workshop makes first loss in 30 years of operation

“We have to stay positive because we know we have a future in this industry.” Simon Graeme of Simon Graeme Auto Service Centre.

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*Passenger car O.E. Worldwide Market Share 2017 in value, excluding trucks

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TECH FOCUS

Fiat 500 Abarth clutch replacement REPXPERT step-by-step guide talks readers through the process

5.5 hour book time

Manufacturer recommends engine should be removed

REPXPERT takes more conventional approach

Fiat 500’s sporty little offspring set a challenge larger than the car itself FULL STORY

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TECH FOCUS

Yuasa highlights benefits of battery checks as MOT surge begins One in ten vehicles that enter workshops require battery replacement, study findings suggest

One in ten vehicles require a replacement battery

Despite this, workshops rarely check battery health

Boost revenue by joining Yuasa’s Always Check The Battery scheme

“Workshops should be checking the battery on every vehicle that comes through the door.” James Hylton, GS Yuasa.

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TECH FOCUS

Essential advice for rubber-to-metal part removal and installation Check rubber-to-metal parts regularly and replace in pairs, ZF Aftermarket advises

Defective steering or suspension puts road users at risk

Smaller components should also be checked and replaced regularly

“These parts have an influence on noise generation and transmission, steering behavior and driving stability.� ZF Aftermarket.

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BRANCH BULLETIN

New national accounts contract to supply Met Police London workshops New national accounts contract to supply their London workshops

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New pallets boosts capacity and reduces carbon footprint Logistics team add 700 new reusable pallets

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Waterloo branch takes positive steps in pandemic recovery Growing sales and new customers

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BRANCH BULLETIN

Branches share lockdown experiences

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BRAND NEWS

Schaeffler training returns with new social distancing measures

Workshops welcome back REPXPERT training teams

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Valeo ClimSpray proven effective against coronaviruses

Independent medical laboratory recognises compliance with European biocide FULL efficacy standards STORY

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BRAND NEWS

Delphi fuels business growth with new fuel management program 200 new parts increases program to over 1,000 parts covering more than 12,000 applications

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New MANN-FILTER platform launched to enhance customer support Trade partner sales pages with activated ‘loadbee add-on’ to benefit from new features

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OSRAM bulb gets Auto Express win

Night Breaker Laser celebrated for ‘wide hot spot beam’ and ‘sharp cut off’

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LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS

Garages asked to encourage motorists to bring MOT test forward ahead of rush DVSA issues “free toolkit” for test stations to help manage MOT demand following end of six-month exemption

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Demand is expected to double in September, October and November

Already extended MOT expiry dates will continue to be honoured

“By working together, we can manage the unprecedented demand for MOTs.” DVSA spokesperson.

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LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS

COVID-19 guidance for Automotive aftermarket updated to include face covering rule New requirement for customers in England to wear face coverings in “retail settings” Customers must wear face covering “in a shop, branch, store or similar environment”

Staff are not required to wear one

Coverings are strongly advised but not mandatory in Wales and Northern Ireland.

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SAFE AND SOUND(LESS).

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As a safety critical component, there are good reasons why the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers choose to fit FAG. One such reason is our innovative Low Friction Torque (LFT) sealing technology that reduces bearing friction by 30%, ultimately cutting CO2 emissions and fuel consumption by over 1%.

Cheaper bearings might not include patented technologies like LFT, and may also not have been engineered or tested to conform to the many rigorous standards that FAG has to meet as an OE supplier. www.repxpert.co.uk | www.schaeffler.co.uk/aftermarket

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LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS

Cocaine-addicted tester blasted by judge after issuing fraudulent pass certificates Tester passed cars without seeing them and had £50 knocked off his drug debt for each pass Deceptively put up to 100 vehicles back on the road

Handed 14-month jail term, suspended for two years

Plus, 30 days rehabilitation activity and 180 hours unpaid work, with £1,997 costs

“A fundamentally dishonest act over an extended period of time.”

Judge Jonathan Carroll at Teeside Crown in Court.

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WINNING WITH THE PARTS ALLIANCE

Brembo ‘Colour for Hope’ competition winners announced Each child given Brembo goody bag for creative efforts

“A huge well done to the creative and talented youngsters who took part.”

TPA spokesperson.

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