THE GARAGE Equipment Association (GEA) has urged garages not to become victims of the rise in sometimes fatal 2-post lift accidents.

A budget version of the MT Pro unit, this handy device lets you measure everything from tyre temperatures (even while they're still rolling), alternators (while the drive belt is running), exhaust manifolds and more.

BATTERY manufacturer Exide attempted to put itself at the forefront of the greener motoring market with the launch of two aftermarket batteries for micro-hybrid vehicles yesterday (Thursday 11th December).

More than 47 new parts have been launched by the filter company across its Fram, Coopers Fiaam and Crosland brands. 15 of the parts are for the Fram brand, including 10 air filter, 3 oil filters and 2 cabin filters.

THE UK importer of the Socio range of diagnostic tools is on the look out for technicians seeking a new career challenge.

More than 215 steering part numbers have been added to the company's range, increasing the overall offer to 2,000 part numbers.

BELTS and hoses company Gates is streamlining its training programme to get more knowledge on preventing belt failure out to garages.

A selection of 48 extra radiator caps is part of Gates' latest expansion of its cooling systems range.

TECALEMIT Garage Equipment has become a distributor for the Cascos and Finkbeiner workshop lift brands.

This universal-fit ECU idle control system is aimed at DIY engine management fitters that are, apparently, becoming more popular with car enthusiasts.

MOTOR Codes boss Chris Mason has confirmed 2010 will see the start of a consumer publicity campaign.

Diesel injectors can be awkward buggers, so Sealey has introduced a selection of service tools to help you get replacement injectors fitted with a minimum of bother.

UNIPART's garage equipment division has shown its generosity by raising £9,300 for BEN, the charity that cares for anyone in the automotive industry that has fallen on hard times.

rong>The parts company has 400 new cooling radiator references on offer thanks to a major expansion of its cooling system parts.

Asian and American car parts specialist Blue Print has significantly expanded its choice of clutch kits, to help you get faster solutions to your servicing needs.

With 6-metre long cables, this gangly battery charger means be used anywhere around the workshop with ease.

SUBSCRIPTION to the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair should be mandatory for all MOT testing stations, parliament has been told.

Coolants are heading down the same application-specific route as lubricants according to Comma.

THE RATE of business insolvencies in the automotive industry dropped by 53% between October 2008 and October 2009, according to the latest figures from data provider Experian.

PARTS distributor Andrew Page plans to open branches in Leicester and Coventry during 2010, the company has confirmed.

TRAINING alliance Exponentia has a full line-up of courses ready for 2010, to give technicians around the country the latest knowledge.

This integrated lift and trailer does exactly what it says on the tin and could prove particularly useful for mobile mechanics and for garages offering breakdown and recovery services.

FREE tickets to the Workshop 2010 exhibition and Commercial Vehicle Operator Show are available now.

What's the betting James Bond has one of these in his garage?

A NATIONAL academy has launched to develop skills with the automotive glazing sector.

This resistance-welding machine claims to be capable of welding any on-board non-alloy metal.

MULTIPART has confirmed its commitment to supplying parts for LDV vans after being taken over by Indian automotive firm TVS Group.

rong>If you missed this dinky gadget the first time it appeared in Aftermarket, here’s a second look in tribute to the fact it’s been nominated for an Automobile Innovation award at the Equip Auto exhibition in Paris.

/>The programme was broadcast last night (Monday 23rd November) after months of filming and testing involving young mechanics from throughout the

Cars fitted with air con systems are probably also packed with 'orrible mould and germs too.

THE MOTOR Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair has turned to Unipart for expertise in improving its relationship with independent garages.

This bulb claims to produce an impressive 100% more light than a standard headlamp unit.

A BBC search for the country's best young mechanic will be broadcast this Monday (23rd November).

Like a moisturising face cream for your batteries, this unit aims to recondition and rejuvenate.

/>The shims fit between the engine block and the cylinder head to give engines a fresh lease of life after a blown head gasket. Where the cylinder head is warped or damaged for example, machining may leave thicknesses outside the manufacturer’s original recommended toleran

A TOP-of-the-range laptop computer is the latest prize up for grabs as part of the Top Technician contest.

BEHR Hella Service is set to offer coolant radiator, intercooler and oil cooler products for Audi, VAG and Mercedes vehicles.

This welding system aims to help you reach the parts other welders can't.

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) will stop using its Automotive Skills brand in a bid to make its role at the centre of automotive skills development more obvious.

Suspension spheres are just one of the parts in Monroe's complete range of replacement parts.

SERVICE plans will be a major source of profit during 2010 as dealers look to keep more maintenance work in-house, says The Warranty Group.

Without secure hose joints, even the best cooling systems are going to come unstuck. Gillingham-based firm L Robinson makes hose clips and is the only company legally allowed to use the Jubilee brand name.

EURO CAR PARTS will present the winner of Top Technician next April with a Brain Bee all-makes diagnostic tool worth over £2,000. This product impressed Aftermarket's workshop so much during a Test bench review, they didn't want to give it back!

THE COUNCIL'S tasks will include attracting investment and funding for the research and development of new technology, identifying gaps in the supply chain and updating existing manufacturing facilities.

Is it a motorcycle helmet? No, it's the latest piece of eye-catching packaging from Osram.

THE INSTITUTE of the Motor Industry (IMI) has been re-appointed as a Sector Skills Council (SSC) for the retail motor  industry.

rong>The company’s fleet management system can now alert staff that their vehicle is about to enter the London Congestion Zone.

A new catalogue lists more than 100 new exchange parts in the company's rotating electrics range.

HELLA'S programme is a marketing and technical support scheme for independent garages. A high proportion of these in the UK specialise in air con servicing and repair - a rising number are electrical and electronic repairers.

If you need to remove or install lower ball joints on a BMW E36 3 series then this kit could be just the ticket.