SMPE: EGTS introductions
Published: 18 November, 2019
SMPE has added 30 new part numbers to its range of exhaust gas temperature sensors. The new parts cover a range of makes including Audi, Citroën, Ford, Mercedes, Peugeot and Vauxhall, for both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The latest additions are available across SMPE’s house brands including Intermotor, Fuel Parts, Lemark, and Lucas. The EGTS is located in front of and/or behind the DPF.
www.smpeurope.com
- Apec Braking adds Magnetic ABS Rings to range
Apec Braking’s range of over 6,000 braking products has grown with the launch of its new Magnetic ABS Rings. The first Apec part numbers introduced already cover numerous applications, including Citroen C3 and C4, Peugeot 207 and 307, Opel/Vauxhall Crossland X, Renault Clio, Espace, Kangoo, Megane and Laguna, and the Mercedes-Benz Citan. Apec will continue to regularly add new part numbers. These latest items join Apec’s existing range of Teeth and Window-type ABS rings. All versions have anti-corrosion coating to protect against extreme environments.
www.apecbraking.co.uk
- DENSO thermal range expands
DENSO has expanded its range of A/C part numbers for workshops. In total 23 new part numbers have been added, consisting of two drier cartridges, three pressure switches and 18 expansion valves. The range expansion covers a variety of applications from major manufacturers such as Audi, Fiat, Ford and Jeep. The new offering extends the range to provide 1,302 additional applications, linked to 36 OE part numbers. It provides independent aftermarket distributors and workshops a comprehensive selection of parts to meet growing demand. The new A/C parts can be found in the DENSO E-catalogue and TecDoc.
www.denso-am.co.uk
- BM Catalysts investment continues
BM Catalysts has made a six-figure investment in new hi-equipment, a boost that comes hot on the heels of the opening its third UK factory, in Stoke.
- Everything’s gone green: MTV’s Pimp My Ride returns in collaboration with eBay
Millennial mechanics feeling nostalgic for the noughties will be sure to be glued to YouTube from later in the month, as MTV UK and eBay revive Pimp My Ride for a new era. A new six-part series, hosted by British rapper Lady Leshurr, will be available on MTV UK’s YouTube channel on Friday 19 August.
- First Line: New-To-Range steering and suspension
First Line has recently added 20 new references to its steering and suspension programme in. New-to-range parts include stabiliser links for the Ford Focus, wishbones for Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Nissan, BMW and Renault applications and suspension arms for Jaguar, Saab and Vauxhall/Opel. First Line have identified the rear suspension arms for Jaguar XE and XF models 2015 onwards (references FCA7801 and FCA7802) as fast-moving parts highly recommended for stock.
www.firstlineltd.com
