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Concept Garage Equipment take on new premises in Doncaster

Following Concept Garage Equipment’s setup in Leeds in 2022, we’ve seen incredible growth and as the team grows so does the need for larger premises. We quickly expanded to a larger premises and warehouse in Wakefield, and having quickly outgrown this, we have moved the HQ operation to our new Doncaster location. Concept Garage Equipment […]

Workshop Furniture Solutions

Making a workshop look a professional, clean, tidy, efficient work-environment incorporating a thoughtfully laid out cabinetry solution is becoming a more common sight in new and refurbished workshops. With such a system, everyone gains: For the Business: You now own the look of your workshop. Gone are the green, blue, red, and orange cabinets dominating […]

A Step-By-Step Walkthrough of the EZ-Toe Adjust Feature

Curious about what makes John Bean® Wheel Alignment products stand out? In our latest Equipment Focus article, we dive deep into their revolutionary EZ-Toe Adjust feature. As modern vehicles come equipped with increasingly sophisticated steering systems, technicians face new challenges daily. Mastering the EZ-Toe Adjust feature can dramatically boost your precision in toe adjustments, guaranteeing […]

How a CV Brake Tester Can Save You Time and Money

Testing brake efficiency is an essential component of regular fleet maintenance. A calibrated roller brake tester is recommended for safety inspections to assess braking performance and record brake efficiencies. Despite this, many fleet operators outsource this vital activity, resulting in reduced vehicle availability and increased testing costs. The DVSA recommends operators have their brakes tested […]

We’re Rolling Back Prices on AirCon!

We are rolling back prices on our AirCon machines! Take a look here to view our offers and to learn more about maximising your revenue from our AirCon equipment. Click here Company Name: Snap-on Contact Email Address: [email protected] Website URL: https://www.snapon.com/EN/UK/Diagnostics Region: Nationwide

Tecalemit Add The Missing Element To Brentwood’s Finest

AK Auto Service is a workshop established in 2020 to cater to drivers and businesses in the Brentwood area. The team behind AK Auto Service has a deep love for cars and engines, though they cannot decide on their favourites, so you might be there for a while if you ask them to choose. They […]

MOT Connected Equipment

What is MOT Connected equipment? From 1st October 2019, The DVSA, in association with the Garage Equipment Association (GEA), announced they would be enforcing the use of Connected Equipment for MOT testing across the UK, meaning that all new or replacement MOT testing equipment must be able to connect to this new electronic recording service. […]

SEALEY Launches Exciting New Tool Promotion Featuring Over 1500 Products and a Power-Packed Giveaway

Explore fantastic seasonal offers inside the latest edition of the Tool Promotion, showcasing more than 1500 products with over 80 exciting new additions. There are great offers on categories such as storage solutions, vehicle maintenance essentials, hand tools, and car cleaning supplies. Exclusive discounts are also available on selected items throughout the entire product range, […]

RYME Worldwide products

We are pleased to advise that Ryme worldwide products have obtained approval for use in DVSA MOT testing sites for the following products, Axle play detector DHL-Car Axle play detector DHU-Truck Car / light commercial headlight aim checking tool RY-R500L HGV/ PSV / Car / Light commercial headlight aim checking tool RY-R500H Roller brake tester […]

Concept Racing Ahead with Blake Angliss

Concept Garage Equipment and Blake’s Journey so far Blake Angliss Motorsport reached out to Concept Garage Equipment in June 2023 as they were keen to pair up with companies in the motoring industry and we quickly realised that our interests and passions were very well aligned with theirs. We agreed that we seemed like a […]

How long is an MOT Bay?

Class 4 MOT Bay dimensions with MOT Ramp Height requirement – This can be confusing at times so the easiest way to explain this is if you were to imagine a glass box around your MOT ramp. The glass box must be extended 500mm from the outer edges of each platform left and right, 500mm […]

🔧 Specialist garage equipment installation in Belfast by CCS Garage Equipment

With 30 years’ experience and unmatched garage equipment industry expertise in Belfast and across Northern Ireland, CCS delivers fully-managed garage equipment installation services in Belfast for long-standing clients including car and commercial dealerships, fleet operators and local authorities. Operating throughout the UK and Ireland, CCS Garage Equipment creates safety-focused, operationally-efficient vehicle workshops for vehicle operators, […]

🗞️ DVSA update on its move to a “digital first” approach in heavy vehicle testing

The DVSA’s Head of Vehicle Testing Policy, Gordon Thomson, recently published an update on the organisation’s digital transformation project which seeks to create an environmentally friendly platform for vehicle testing services, whilst enhancing user experience and delivering accurate data in real time. In 2023, the DVSA supported the migration of all pre-funded account customers in […]

🔧 Project Update: Workshop services installation nears completion for Biffa’s Manchester site

CCS Garage Equipment’s installation team is working with Biffa to complete the installation of its large new workshop site in Gorton, Manchester. 🔧 Project Update: Workshop services installation nears completion for Biffa’s Manchester site Working alongside long-term waste services client Biffa, CCS’ garage equipment installation engineer team is nearing completion of our project at this […]

What Is the Best Tyre Changer?

Types of Tyre Changing Machines There are several types of tyre-changing machines: Manual Tyre Changer – small, portable and ideal for home tyre repair enthusiasts and DIY mechanics. The manual tyre changer usually has a manual bead breaker and tyre iron. This is a very cost-effective machine for occasional users. Mobile tyre changer – This automated tyre […]

New Season, New Deals!

New Season, New Deals! It’s been a very damp start to the season this year, with temperatures at all-time lows for the late spring period. So, we have pulled out all the stops to bring warmth and cheer to your workshops with another fantastic summer edition of our Super Deals brochure. Truesteel continues to break […]

BM Autoteknik A/S have approval for their HGV/PSV Roller brake tester software update.

BM Autoteknik A/S have obtained approval for their HGV/PSV, ATF Roller brake testers against the revised DVSA ATF testing specification. see the full list of approved DVSA equipment on the GEA website https://gea.co.uk/dvsa-acceptable-equipment/ Note, All current DVSA, ATF sites require the new specification RBT software installed before 31st Dec 2025. Any ATF sold from the […]

Brake Roller Re-Gritting Service

Is your Roller Brake Tester looking a bit tired? Have the rollers lost a lot of their grit coating? We now offer a Brake Roller Re-Gritting service for Class 4 and Class 7 Roller Brake Testers to re-grit the surface and restore the tyre grip to the rollers. Our brake roller repair and maintenance service […]

In memory of Lynn Sweet

It’s with much sadness that we inform you of Lynn Sweet’s passing. She was greatly known, loved and respected within Hickley’s and the industry, and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with all who knew and loved her at this sad time. A funeral service will be held at Sedgemoor Crematorium on Tuesday 30th […]

Discover The New Garage Equipment Flyer

Exciting News! Explore the Latest Garage Equipment Deals Get an exclusive first look at the newest garage equipment promotions from Snap-on®. Discover the latest offers in the new flyer here: https://www.snapon.com/EN/UK/Diagnostics/OffNav/brochures Company Name: Snap-on Contact Email Address: [email protected] Website URL: https://www.snapon.com/EN/UK/Diagnostics/OffNav/brochures Region: Nationwide

VTEQ obtain approval on ATF software update

VTEQ have obtained approval for their HGV/PSV, ATF Roller brake testers against the revised DVSA ATF testing specification. see the full list of approved DVSA equipment on the GEA website https://gea.co.uk/dvsa-acceptable-equipment/ Note, All current DVSA, ATF sites require the new specification RBT software installed before 31st Dec 2025. Any ATF sold from the 1st April […]

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