Garage Wire Views - June '20

The digital home for independent garages Issue 3, June 2020

New remote assist programming service for garages

Transport Secretary responds to calls to end extension Graham Stoakes: Work together, prepare for change and we'll get through this

2.0L JTD 'Multijet' engine timing belt kit installation

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Transport Secretary responds to calls to end extension

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2.0L JTD 'Multijet' engine timing belt kit installation Work together, prepare for change and we'll get through this New remote assist programming service for garages

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News in brief......................... 4

ON THE ROAD ........................ 17

Gone to the polls ................ 8

BRAND NEWS ........................ 19

TECH TIPS ............................. 13

Products and services ..... 24

NEWS IN BRIEF

IGA calls on transport minister to end MOT extension Now's the time to end six-month MOT extension, states trade body

I think the extension of six months was a daft idea in the first place.

Kevin Cleaver on Facebook.

IGA writes to Secretary of State for Transport calling for end to six-month MOT extension Millions of faults will be left unrectified if full extension goes ahead, it warns DVSA says it continues to review the situation

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NEWS IN BRIEF

COVID-19 guidance released for automotive aftermarket Best-practice guidance for garages, warehouses, mobile operations and parts distributors

This is essential, not just for the sector, but for the restart of the wider UK economy.

Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive.

New guidance helps businesses minimise risk of virus transmission Produced by GEA, IAAF, IMI, SMTA and SMMT Aftermarket employs 370,000 people and contributes £12.5 billion to UK’s economy

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NEWS IN BRIEF

Flexible furlough scheme welcomed Gov to allow businesses to bring some furloughed workers back on part-time basis

The furlough scheme has been a great help BUT from day one we needed flexibility.

Mich on GW forum.

Job retention initiative extended until October Furloughed workers able to return part-time from August Employers will then be asked to pay towards staff salaries

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GONE TO THE POLLS

Six-month MOT exemption

4% 2% 1% 42% 30% 21% severely affected and getting minimal MOTs in

forced to close as a result

getting about a quarter of the normal amount

getting “slightly less” than normal

getting “about half” the normal amount

unaffected but only because they don’t offer MOTs

In the news Pressure is continuing to mount for a review of the sixmonth MOT exemption with both the IGA and IAAF renewing concerns by writing to government. The DVSA has said it is continuing to review the situation and expects to end the six-month extension as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.

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GONE TO THE POLLS

UK’s independent garage status

33% 32% 21% 9% 5% remained fully open throughout lockdown

were partially open throughout lockdown

have now reopened

are about to say they’ll reopen struggle to reopen unless MOT extension is scrapped 9

HOT TOPICS

Six-month MOT extension to remain until tests can be “conducted safely” Transport Secretary responds to calls to end extension and suggests a new “robust system” is needed MOT extension won’t be lifted until it’s deemed safe to do so

How can you just stop MOT testing and still expect safe vehicles?

Policy could be introduced to make provisions for those at risk or self-isolating

We have been carrying out MOTs safely throughout the lockdown.

IGA warns "millions of faults” will be left “unrectified”

Harry on the GW forum.

Vikki Bray on GW forum.

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ANDY PARSONS OPINION

We're in uncharted territory mistakes will be made but the MOT extension is a big one GW columnist Andy Parsons has his fingers crossed for a return to normality

It’s time that the DVSA stopped devaluing the test.

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TECH TIPS

2.0L JTD 'Multijet' engine timing belt kit installation

GWTV returns to Craig Bradbrook Motor Services with Dayco to observe replacement of the timing belt, tensioner, idler, water pump, DPV damper and aux belt

Careful on the water pump, don’t use sealant on it.

Craig Bradbrook.

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TECH TIPS

BMW 320D steering column knocking noise solved with PicoScope NVH diagnostics guide tackles issue on 2013 BMW 320D M Sport xDrive Touring

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Hybrid and EV air con condensers “even more operationally relevant�

Workshops encouraged to educate customers about importance of air conditioning service

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GRAHAM STOAKES OPINION

Work together, prepare for change and we'll get through this

Industry author, lecturer and GW columnist Graham Stoakes discusses the future of the aftermarket post pandemic There is definitely the potential for an extra upsurge in business as the country returns to work.

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ON THE ROAD

Opus IVS launches new remote assist programming service for garages Master technicians take remote control to complete reprogramming procedures DriveRAP brings together DrivePRO diagnostics with expert knowledge of Autologic's OEM-trained technicians

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ON THE ROAD

Why engine and DPF cleaning is now an essential for independent garages

GWTV heads to the Carbon Clean HQ to find out why its technology is proving popular A lot of garages pass on this work but now more and more are recognising the revenue potential.

Ben Rudge, Carbon Clean.

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BRAND NEWS

Garages urged to stop discounting MOTs in bid to boost lockdown recovery Stand united at DVSA's recommended MOT price of £54.85, IGA advises

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Opportunities ahead, says EDT Automotive Garages should expect influx of cars needing servicing, MOTs and repairs coming out of lockdown

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Schaeffler postpones Blackpool’s REPXPERT Academy LIVE Announcement renewed social restrictions and mass gatherings

follows distance ban on

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BRAND NEWS

DENSO continues to front move to electric Parts manufacturer makes revolutionary progress with rotating electrics, compressors and sensors

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The Parts Alliance encourages battery testing during lockdown and beyond Free CPD accredited battery training available with GS Yuasa Academy

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Febi adds tie rod ends to steering and suspension range New parts undergone testing and quality management ahead of launch

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BRAND NEWS

Video functionality boosts garage customer confidence, experts say TechView video capability brings more opportunities for garages

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Ford Transit Custom 2.0 diesel alternators in ‘high demand’ Workshops turned to Autoelectro in time of need while main dealers remained closed

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World’s first “invisible” trailer recognised with award Innovative driving assistance technology from Valeo gets ‘Contribution to Excellence’ Award

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AARON PHILLIPS OPINION

GW columnist, Aaron Phillips on how his workshop is fighting COVID-19 Staff and customers quickly adapting to forced changed at Jackson & Phillips Automotive Services

I keep my fingers crossed that we will all come out of this situation stronger.

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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Claim your free workshop essential pack Schaeffler distributes 2000 packs to help garages get ‘back on track’

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COVID-19 safety equipment for garages Personal protective equipment, awareness signage and barrier chains

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FROM: Prosol

Vehicle disinfectant cleaner kit Eradicate bacteria, viruses and spores by spraying disinfectant inside vehicles

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