THE AUTOPROMOTEC exhibition has officially opened in Italy, promising visitors a look-in on the latest technological developments within the aftermarket sector.

AUTODATA has brokered an alliance with Suzuki main dealers to help them tackle all-makes service and repair work.

These bright 6/12V batter chargers will go down well with anyone looking for a yellow colour scheme in their garage!

THE GOOD news for wholesalers of NGK spark plugs is that they could win a Bugatti Veyron worth more than £1.2 million thanks to the company's latest Milesmore sales incentive promotion.

rong>The surface finishing company is attempting to get ahead of its competitors with the claim that its products contain 25% more abrasives per litre than other leading brands.

A NOTTINGHAM tyre fitter swapped the forecourt for the fast lane after being chosen to switch tyres for racing stars Matt Neal and Jason Plato.

rong>Texa recently signed an agreement with the Piaggio Group meaning all Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Gilera workshops around the world will begin using the Navigator TXB diagnostic tool.

These fully-automated service units mean there's no need for manual shut-off valves, something Bosch says can prevent user errors and ensure work is safer and more effective.

BODY shop firm ClaimWatch is moving into the workshop sector with a marketing package for garages and MOT test stations.

SHELL Helix motor oils has scooped the title of Best Automotive Lube Range for 2009 from the Institute of Transport Management (ITM)

JEREMY Clarkson might hate them but like it or not, hybrids vehicles are here to stay.

WELL-known aftermarket figure Terry Smith has parted company with Snap-on Diagnostics to join the Open Road project in Norfolk.

BOSCH is spending a "very high six digit" sum on plans to expand its Car Service network beyond the 450 mark.

This clamp is designed for the recently-launched 878/879 series of press-and-pull sleeve kits for suspension bush removal and installation

rong>The new Smartie wheel from Rimstock’s Team Dynamics brand, coincides with a growing trend for smaller, more cost efficient cars.

This coolant was originally developed to address the needs of large-engined vehicles, such as the V8 Audi, V10 Bentley and VW Touareg.

Supertracker has a comprehensive range of equipment, from a basic aligner to a fully-computerised unit with printing and customer database features.

MAKING it to the finals of Top Technician 2009 has already brought added extras for the three highest scorers.

A HANDFUL of places are still available on Warwick Control's in-vehicle network training course on May 27th.

TRANSMISSION specialist ZF Great Britain is set to launch a remanufactured gearbox service for some of the latest high-end vehicles.

SPARK plug firm NGK has announced the appointment of a new managing director.

This automatic single-pass system removes air and moisture from the vehicle air con system while also checking for leaks

VOSA has formally acknowledged its obligations to MOT test stations for the first time.

rong>This elegant-looking tool comes with an LED work light built in so you’ll be able to keep a close eye on anything you’re working on, even in the darkest of spaces.

rong>Two new compression tester sets for petrol and diesel engines are out now, to eliminate the inaccuracy and hassle involved when using simple gauge-type compression testers.

rong>This electronic data module aims to help independents diagnose and repair vehicles fast.

rong>Out now is a robust ratchet with rubber grip and lock-on function which now offers 72 mechanisms for a smoother action.

BEN chief executive David Main presented AFTERMARKET magazine's editor Tom Mallens with an award at the Garage Equipment Associations Annual Dinner on April 29th in recognition of valuable contributions made to the automotive charity BEN.

rong>This comprehensive tool kit is made from tough alloy steel with split dies for precision threading jobs.

TWELVE of the UK's top repairers fought for the title of Top Technician at the impressive Jaguar Land Rover Academy in Warwick on April 29th.

rong>The timing belts specialist has made 67 additions to its tensioners and idlers range, which now covers 1,286 applications across 41 vehicle manufacturers.

MOTOR Codes - the firm behind the MISRC code of practice for service and repair workshops - has become a bigger player in the regulation of the motor trade.

GENERAL Motors is to retain its ACDelco independent aftermarket business.

rong>This tool is a wireless PC-based version of the company’s V30 diagnostic unit.

DIAGNOSTIC firm Texa has appointed Tim Snelgar as its latest technical sales engineer.

Latest updates for the company's Testpod and Testpod Pro diagnostic tools include comprehensive information on new BMW models.

FRANK Massey is planning another two-day technical conference and a series of training courses in FSI and TFSI engine systems.

rong>The company has completely revamped its SX range of rotary screw compressors to give quieter, more efficient and more compact air delivery.

FEDERAL Mogul's former UK sales manager Gary Sheriff has joined diagnostics and workshop equipment firm V-Tech UK in the same role.

rong>A cooler air intake and, therefore, reduced under-bonnet temperatures are said to result from using this latest Titanium Wrap product on exhausts.

rong>As air con systems become virtually standard on new cars, the business benefits of offering air con servicing are growing too.

WHATEVER your opinion, car scrappage schemes are now with the aftermarket until at least March next year.

THE LONG-talked-about car scrappage scheme will get the go-ahead, the government has announced.

rong>This tool combines a scope, battery probe, Tnet electrical tester and signal generator together with a multi-meter and pressure tester!

MOTORISTS in Banbury will notice a sporty flavour to fast fit services after one workshop received a £60,000 refurbishment.

SNAP-ON Tools has unveiled its new top-of-the-range diagnostic unit - the Snap-on VERUS.

rong>Darwen has broken with convention and given this system tester a slightly posh sounding boy’s name!

SPORT fans tuning in to hear the latest scores are set to hear the benefits of the Bosch Car Service network too, following a national sponsorship deal.

rong>The Garage Equipment Group (GEG) has added three new lifts to its range of workshop kit.

rong>This epoxy surfacer offers high levels of corrosion protection and is designed for use on factory-produced primers that can be sensitive.