Autoelectro, with more than 30 years’ successful experience in the automotive aftermarket, has built a reputation in providing technicians with the answers that might otherwise have alluded them, like an issue that affects the Fiat Doblo 1.3D Multijet (2014-onwards). Often, a slow start or excessive crank time can be incorrectly diagnosed as a faulty or worn-out starter motor; however, this is not always the case. Alarmingly, underlying issues are regularly overlooked and the same fault that was thought to be fixed reoccurs and the replaced component is often blamed. Autoelectro, the UK’s largest independent re-manufacturer of starter motors and alternators, has experienced this type of scenario on starter motors fitted to the Fiat Doblo application. The vehicle can suffer from slow starting, but it is not the starter
To support commercial vehicle manufacturers in meeting current and future emissions regulations, BorgWarner tells us that it has developed an economical new series of multi-platform exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) coolers featuring a compact floating core. Unlike conventional solutions which must be specifically designed for each application, the company’s says that their modular cooler family includes
Delphi has added to its extensive braking proposition with a new line of OE quality caliper slider kits. Fitted to popular European vehicles, each kit contains new sliders, seals, slider lubricating grease and mounting bolts for a quick and quality caliper service. The new range complements an already extensive portfolio of aftermarket braking solutions that
Tenneco has introduced an all-new, original equipment digital suspension technology known as DRiV for a wide range of vehicle applications globally. DRiV offers ride and handling benefits particularly well suited for the light truck market segment. DRiV is an adaptive damping technology that adjusts automatically to road conditions, delivering improved handling and control while providing
PJ Fallon & Son has added the Finkbeiner range of lifting equipment to its portfolio of products. Finkbeiner is a world leader in mobile column lift technology, and in 1981 the company developed the first worldwide wheel engaging mobile column lift with hydraulic drive – unique and ground breaking at the time. The EHB707 (pictured)
Truck & Bus Parts has added SPAL high technology fans and blowers to its ever growing product portfolio. Truck & Bus Parts tells CVWorshop.ie that SPAL premium axial fans and blowers provide longer life, superior performance and cost savings over time. For more information on the SPAL range contact Truck & Bus Parts on 01
Lumag, leading OE manufacturer and aftermarket supplier for CV brake pads and linings, has launched its latest e-catalogue, which has been fully updated to offer its complete CV range which is now available to order. The new e-catalogue features more than 27,000 parts, making it easier than ever before to source the right OE quality,
A hundred years on and Trico continues to be trusted by OE manufacturers to deliver wiper blades and full wiper systems on various commercial vehicles, including trucks, coaches and agricultural equipment. The same heavy duty products delivered to vehicle manufacturers are available to the aftermarket under the Trico TX brand – a complete range now
Monroe Magnum axle shocks for trucks, trailers and buses feature a three-stage compression valve that provides more consistent, high quality damping characteristics to help maximize contact between the tires and road surface. Monroe Magnum shocks also include a hydraulic lockout piston design that prevents over-extension of the shock which can help eliminate the risk of
Vehicle refinishers and automotive paint suppliers have been advised that they must comply with the requirements of the Decorative Paint Regulations, or face a court prosecution, court fine or up to six months in prison. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is advising that non-compliance with the requirements of these regulations is an offence and may
When painting tippers, crane trucks and similar commercial vehicles, complex geometries are on the agenda. Corners and edges, weld seams, screws and rivets present a real challenge for painter and paint. Glasurit has developed an additive especially for this application area, the 568-412 CV Thix Additive, which optimizes the 68 Line CV topcoat system for
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