AutoTorque Magazine April 2023

VO I C E T O T H E M O T O R T R A D E

APRIL 2023

GSF Car Parts ‘plugs into’ vehicle electrification at EV Ready MOT tester fined £1,300 for issuing fraudulent certificates Schaeffler announces 2023 ‘REPXPERT Millionaires’ promotion NGK unveils Niterra logo

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MOT tester fined £1,300 for issuing fraudulent certificates

GSF Car Parts ‘plugs into’ vehicle electrification at EV Ready

NGK unveils Niterra logo

Schaeffler announces 2023 ‘REPXPERT Millionaires’ promotion

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Industry news..................................................................... 5 GSF latest............................................................................ 11 Brand news....................................................................... 18 Branch bulletin................................................................. 20

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ARE YOU READY FOR WHATEVER COMES THROUGH THE DOOR? IT’S NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT FOR AFTERMARKET PROFESSIONALS TO HAVE ACCESS TO MANUFACTURER LEVEL TECHNICAL TRAINING. Automotive technology’s on the move. As a result garage technicians face more complex challenges than ever before. That’s why NGK has teamed up with market leaders OVA to bring to the Aftermarket what we believe is the most comprehensive and cost effective training platform available today. The NGK Academy.

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L AT E S T I N D U S T RY N E W S

Industry petition launched to stop 4-1-1 MOT and “save lives” MOT extension described as “dangerous, expensive, damaging and unnecessary”

New plans to extend period before vehicle has its first MOT

Government will respond to the petition if it reaches 10,000 signatures If it reaches 100,000 signatures it will be considered for debate in Parliament

The petition warns that plans to extend the period before a vehicle has to have its first MOT from three years to four is “dangerous, expensive, damaging and unnecessary”

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TOTAL CAR CARE TYRE CARE

DASH CAMERAS Award-winning essentials to keep you safe on the road RTC100

RAC700

4.5 mins*

3.5 mins*

Analogue Tyre Inflator

RTC2000

Handheld Digital Tyre Inflator

4x4 Analogue Air Compressor

RTC5500

9 mins**

RTC650BT

Cordless Digital Tyre Inflator & Deflator

Smart Digital Tyre Inflator • 110° / 120° / 130° / 140° Field of view For clear, high recording quality to capture a wider view of the road ahead • 2 inch screen (RDC1000, RSDC2000 & RSDC3000)

4 mins*

• Full HD 720p / 1080p / 1296p / 1440p 30fps recording • Wi-fi control Connect to your mobile device via the Ring Connect app

2 mins**

• G-sensor shock sensor

RDC1000 Dash Camera RSDC2000 Smart Dash Camera RSDC3000 Smart Dash Camera RSDC4000 Smart Dash Camera RSDCR1000 Smart Rear Dash Camera

BATTERY CARE Repair and maintain your battery condition, don’t wait until you have to replace

SMART CHARGERS

Safe and easy-to-use.

For traditional and Stop/Start batteries.

JUMP STARTERS

Powerful, safe and compact Lithium jump starters.

RPPL260

Fast Charge Jump Starter 260 with 9,000mAh Power Bank UP TO

Seasonal

Maintenance

Start/stop

All weather

O-ring connectors

Crocodile clamps

4.0L Petrol

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4A Smart Battery Charger

6A Smart Battery Charger

8A Smart Battery Charger

6/12V

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Voltage

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Engine size UP TO

2.0L Diesel

Engine size

RPPL400

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8.0L Petrol

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4.0L Diesel

Engine size

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L AT E S T I N D U S T RY N E W S

MOT consultation to be extended by three weeks DfT extends end date for feedback to proposed MOT changes to March 22 Follows industry calls for consultation extension

Six-weeks was not long enough to provide the DfT with comprehensive road safety

New deadline: March 22, 2023

“We hope this additional three weeks will give trade groups and businesses the time to compile additional information for the call for evidence section in particular.”

DfT spokesperson.

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WE WANT TO MAKE YOU A REPXPERT

REPXPERT is Schaeffler’s award winning technical platform and loyalty programme that provides support to thousands of professional technicians every single day.

To celebrate 10 years since REPXPERT was launched in the UK, Schaeffler is planning to reward three members with ONE MILLION bonus points each during 2023.

The first of these ‘points millionaires’ will be randomly drawn from the pool of members that claim REPXPERT bonus points for LuK brand purchases made between February and April.

It’s simple: the more LuK products you fit = the more points claims you make = the higher your chance of scooping the prize!

For more information and full terms & conditions, visit: www.repxpert.co.uk/millionaire

www.repxpert.co.uk | aftermarket.schaeffler.co.uk |

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L AT E S T I N D U S T RY N E W S

MOT tester fined £1,300 for issuing fraudulent certificates He issued MOT certificates to seven vehicles performing a test in order to make a financial gain

Tester handed £1,300 fine and 200 hours’ community service He issued MOT certificates to seven vehicles without performing a test From 2021 to 2022, DVSA recorded a total of 1,324 counts of MOT Fraud

without

Benjamin Aaron Sinclair admitted seven counts of fraud by false representation at Guildford Magistrates Court on January 4.

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WORK. LEARN. INFORM.

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Updated scanning function reads VIN numbers, barcodes and bonus vouchers

LuK, INA and FAG innovative precision components and systems are not only fitted by leading vehicle manufacturers, they are also the first choice of professional mechanics.

But Schaeffler is about more than just OE parts, we are also the ‘Repair Experts’, with a dedicated technical team to back up our world class products with world class service, training and tools - such as REPXPERT. REPXPERT is Schaeffler’s free workshop knowledge portal, with built-in TecDoc catalog,TecRMI fitting guides and specs, labour times, bonus shop and much, much more.

There is also a fully featured REPXPERT app available as a free download for Android and Apple mobile devices. The REPXPERT app makes finding the info you need even easier with its unique VIN and barcode scanning function - which also makes bonus point collection quick and simple!

Download now, or register at www.repxpert.co.uk

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GSF LATEST

GSF Car Parts looks back on 2022 Managing Director for Branch Sales and Operations Steve Gray reflects on the milestones of last year

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AIR SUSPENSION SIMPLIFIED Application-Specific Wide Variety of Designs Installation Resources

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GSF LATEST

GSF Car Parts ‘plugs into’ vehicle electrification at EV Ready Headline sponsor showcases growing range of EV applications and national garage programme Servicesure

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NEOLUX +150% EXTRA LIGHT With up to 150% extra light and a longer beam, these high-performance upgrade bulbs are ideal if you are looking for reliable quality at an affordable price. The H4 and H7 ECE types provide remarkable illumination and visibility of the road ahead.

• Up to 150% extra light1) • Longer light beam • Higher performance • More brightness • Good and reliable quality thanks to German technology

Available to order now from your local GSF Branch.

H4: N472EL1-2SCB / H7: N499EL1-2SCB 1) Compared to minimum ECE R112 requirements

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GSF LATEST

GSF Car Parts strengthens employee benefits New “people-focused perks” introduced in 2023

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GSF LATEST

GSF HR team gives new volunteering benefit run-out at Chester foodbank Team members sort food deliveries for families in need at Cheshire West and Chester foodbank

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DUAL CLUTCHES THE LATEST IN CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

Features the latest clutch technology in both dual dry and dual wet clutches.

Pioneer Valeo have been the friction specialist since 1923. With 100 years of experience, development and innovation!

One in three cars produced in Europe has a Valeo clutch on board.

Technical Dual Wet Clutch systems combine the best of manual and automatic transmissions and enable quick and efficient gear changes.

Quality Dual clutch systems, as used in OEM by Kia/Hyundai, BMW, Mini, Mercedes and Renault among others, are now also available in the independent aftermarket (IAM).

Valeo technical support always available Call us: 01527 838300

Access a free complete technical support program online.

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BRAND NEWS

NGK unveils Niterra logo Name change to ‘Niterra’ takes place in April 2023

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Delphi Technologies launches ‘Masters of Motion’ New hub hosts informative content including ‘How To’ videos, infographics, articles, tips, training resources and advice

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BRAND NEWS

Schaeffler announces 2023 ‘REPXPERT Millionaires’ promotion Three bonus point ‘REPX millionaires’ will be created during 2023

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DriveTec range grows with launch of new OEM-quality bulbs New HID bulbs exclusively available from GSF Car Parts

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BRANCH BULLETIN

Staff celebrate two decades at GSF Car Parts We talk to two Team Members from Bradford and Llanelli who hit two decades this month

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New product range: Vetech Water Pump GSF Car Parts introduces new Bronze tier in to Water Pump range with 95 part numbers

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