Benefits of vehicle diagnostic tools For some jobs, especially on cars with complex electronics (which is the vast majority on the road these days) a diagnostic scanner is fairly essential now, as well as meaning you can get the job done yourself without having to refer the customer to the main dealer, having one means […]

Celebrating 50 Years of Giuliano Automotive: From Italy to the UK From its humble beginnings in 1976 when Giuliano Maselli laid the foundations in Correggio, Italy, Giuliano Automotive has evolved into a global leader in premium garage equipment. Today, the company rubs shoulders with legendary neighbours like Ferrari and Maserati, bringing that same Italian passion […]

Over the years, we have seen a zillion articles advising how best to determine the ‘right type of tyre changer for you’.   These articles can range from semi-useful to just a re-hashed montage of product leaflets’ blurb that serves no real purpose to anyone who is on so much as nodding terms with tyre and […]

As the UK’s leading specialist in MOT Bays and garage installations, we’ve seen our community of mechanics and workshop owners grow faster than we ever imagined. But last week? We set a new record.   Warehouse Full of Quality Garage Equipment Our team has been working at peak capacity to manage our latest shipment of […]

Setting up an MOT testing station can cost between £9,795 and £34,995, or more. Class 1 & 2 MOT Bays tend to be the cheapest to set up, followed by Class 4 MOT Bays for testing cars, and the most expensive are Class 7 MOT Bays for larger commercial vehicles. Class 1 and 2 MOT […]

The DVSA recently issued MOT Special Notice 04-25 relating to changes in jacking equipment specifications for Class 4 MOT bays. New jacking equipment specifications for Class 4 MOT bays and MOT centres have now been issued. The revised specifications apply to MOT centres submitting an application to open or change a centre from 1st April […]

We are delighted to announce our inclusion into the Garage Equipment ‘Hall of Fame’, namely the Garage Equipment Association.   Established in 1945, the GEA is one of the industry’s longest-serving associations and represents the sector in all manner of bureaucratic, advisory and technical processes and situations. Membership of the GEA is a hallmark for […]

Looking to expand your existing business or start a brand-new business? Great Business Opportunity If you’re looking for a van fully prepared and ready to hit the road, then call Concept Garage Equipment now.   Concept Garage Equipment can offer you a brand new, fully prepared Mobile Tyre Fitting Van from only £435.00 plus VAT […]

Leasing isn’t just for garages — it’s a sales tool for suppliers. For suppliers like Hi-Tech Garage Equipment, leasing works because it’s built around people, partnerships, and practical support — not just finance. Working closely with grenke’s regional Glasgow team, including Adam McGuire, Hi-Tech is able to offer garages a straightforward way to invest in […]

Meet Leon, Our New Vehicle Lift Engineer Leon Snart joined Concept Garage Equipment just before Christmas with a strong background in both mechanical work and garage equipment engineering. Before entering the garage equipment industry, Leon worked as a mechanic, which gave him hands-on experience with workshop environments and vehicle servicing. Leon has been working in […]

Finding the right equipment for your garage or workshop shouldn’t be a hassle. At Concept Garage Equipment, we make it as easy as possible for you to get hold of the gear you need, exactly how you want to buy it and at the right price! Whether you are looking to kit out a brand-new […]

A Christmas Message from Concept Garage Equipment As we approach the end of another busy year for the UK automotive industry, all of us at Concept Garage Equipment would like to take a moment to extend our warmest season’s greetings to our colleagues, partners, and most importantly, our customers. To our past customers: Thank you […]

CCS Garage Equipment has managed the successful relocation and installation of Specialist Fleet Services’ workshop at North Weald Airfield, Essex, creating a modern and spacious workshop to support our client’s operations on behalf of the local authority. Specialist Fleet Services is currently delivering an 8-year contract to provide and maintain a new fleet of waste […]

Types of Diagnostic Machines There are several types of diagnostic equipment and scanners on the market for garages, and though there is some overlap between some of these, you need to ensure you get the right tool for the job. Type Use/Purpose OBD2 Scanners Used to scan Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) on all modern cars […]