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Cyber Security in our cars
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
For over five years, a technology has been creeping up in the aftermarket diagnostic repair business – the “Secure Gateway Module”, often referred to as the SGW.
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Parts
The NGK difference
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
NGK Spark Plugs have been around for more than 80 years. Most people in the automotive industry have come across our Spark Plugs and could tell you about our Japanese heritage or premium quality but...
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Other
The key to good diagnostics is training
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
That is not to decry the need for good equipment which is essential, and a range of that is available from our regular advertisers with well know brands such as Launch, SnapOn and ThinkCar.
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Parts
World class training in New Zealand
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Now that is an overstatement, right? Well think about that again, AECS has been going since 2000, with leading up to that three years of delivering training in Africa, the Middle East and all over...
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Parts
BNT – for engine management components and parts you can trust
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
You know why your customers come to your workshop, don’t you? Oh yes, certainly because you have good rates, you give good service, your location is convenient, your work is always on time.
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Parts
Goss hoses make the grade
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Hoses. You will find them across every vehicle application, including EV’s. Transferring everything from air, oil, coolant to brake and transmission fluids – if it’s a fluid, there is a good chance a...
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Parts
GPC new parts centre completed
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Genuine Parts Company Asia Pacific (GPC), parent company of Repco, NAPA and Motion businesses, has finished building the new 29,000sqm distribution centre that will help serve the growth in its omn
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Other
A whirlwind journey to becoming a Snap-on franchise owner in New Zealand
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
It takes guts to pack all your belongings into a container and tell your Dad “I’ll let you know where to send it,” but that’s exactly what our Regional Franchisee of the Year, Paul Woosnam, and his
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Parts
Terrain Tamer 4WD diesel turbo kits
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Terrain Tamer has recently released a range of Turbo Kits for popular 4WD diesel models, built to OE specification and including all parts required for a full replacement.
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Parts
ACDelco’s 100 years of journey
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
This year, ACDelco celebrates 100 years of excellence in the automotive aftermarket industry.
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Motorsport
Kiwi rally returns to WRC
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
In a few weeks, the Rally of New Zealand makes its keenly awaited return to the World Rally Championship, travelling the roads of the Auckland and Waikato regions that are carved into the history o
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Technology
The trusted name in Lithium has arrived
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Century Batteries is entering the Lithium market with their new Lithium Pro product offering.
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Parts
TDX North Island distribution centre
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
The TDX distribution centre is a $15 million commitment by the brand to enhance customer service.
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Parts
So what’s in my oil?
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
There are three main kinds of engine oil on the market, conventional mineral oil, synthetic and semi-synthetic – so, what is the difference?
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Ed Speak
Economic uncertainty is usually a positive for repairers
Tuesday, 06 September 2022
Having published Motor Equipment News for over 20 years, we have seen a few economic cycles come and go. We have also seen that repairers tend to get busier when economic times are not so good.
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Parts
Brake hoses are a small component with a big job
Saturday, 30 July 2022
When thinking about braking systems, hoses are likely to be well down the list in terms of the components that immediately come to mind for most people.
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Parts
Delkor AGM and EFB batteries for start-stop systems
Saturday, 30 July 2022
The award-winning battery brand Delkor by Clarios is well-regarded for its quality and reliability.
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Parts
Order the right brake parts with PR codes
Saturday, 30 July 2022
Identifying the correct disc brake pads and other braking system components for your vehicle, should be a straightforward process when you know the year and model of the car.
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OEM
Tips for setting up your tyre bay
Saturday, 30 July 2022
Loren Bill at Treadway Equipped advises, supplies and services workshop equipment to automotive business across New Zealand, with a strong focus on recommending the right equipment for their custom
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Workshop Equipment
Precision Equipment for tyre servicing
Saturday, 30 July 2022
Precision Equipment is riding the crest of the sea-change in the automotive service and repair industries, and tyre outlets.
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