For decades, the garage industry has relied on the traditional “swing-arm” or “tilt-back” tyre changer design. But as any busy workshop owner knows, the vehicles rolling into your bays today are a different breed. With high-value alloys and stubborn run-flat tyres now the norm, the margin for error has vanished. One damaged rim doesn’t just […]

What is a car scissor lift? A car scissor lift is a type of hydraulic or electric vehicle lift found in garages, MOT Bays, workshops and body shops. Scissor lifts, which are typically self-propelled machines, get their name from the design of the beams underneath the platform which do the work to raise and lower the platform.  […]

Is Your Workshop Winning the War Against Run-Flats? Run-flat technology has revolutionised road safety, giving drivers peace of mind and eliminating the dangerous roadside wheel change. But for the garage technician behind the machine, these “safety” tyres can be a nightmare. With reinforced sidewalls and zero-flex beads, they are notoriously difficult to handle without the […]

Essential Tyre Changer Routine Maintenance Tips For Garages Undoubtedly one of the most commonly asked questions put to us, the ‘how do I look after my Giuliano Tyre Machine’ request is one we actually love to answer. In any garage, it is a very real but very unfortunate fact that the tyre fitting machine can […]

CCS Garage Equipment has recently completed the relocation and installation of a commercial vehicle workshop for Lanes Group in Leyland, Lancashire. Our expert garage equipment installation engineers in the North West were engaged by Lanes Group to create a new commercial vehicle servicing and maintenance facility in Leyland, Lancashire, bringing together two former Preston sites […]

Guide to choosing the right tyre changer 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 rehashed montage of product leaflet blurb that verges on being embarrassing to anyone who is on so […]

This Sunday was International Women’s Day, and we are shining a spotlight on C J Auto Services Ltd, based in Chichester, and their inspiring owner, Holly. Holly from C J Autos approached us with a clear mission of wanting to create a garage that feels like a safe space for women who, for whatever reason, […]

CCS Garage Equipment has handed over its latest workshop installation for Northgate Vehicle Hire at the brand’s new depot in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire. CCS has worked with Northgate Vehicle Hire for a number of years, refurbishing, installing and maintaining the brand’s vehicle servicing and maintenance depots and equipment throughout the UK that help to keep Northgate’s […]

Car diagnostic tools and OBD2 scanners work by scanning a car’s components and systems, like a stethoscope for vehicle electronics, to help look for any issues that might be present with parts like the engine, ignition system, transmission, oil tank, accelerator, and more. However, since these tests need special devices and expertise to be read accurately, […]

Why Tyres Have Red and Yellow Dots Modern tyre manufacturing introduces small variations in tyre weight and shape, even when tyres are built to strict tolerances. Because of this, tyre manufacturers use red and yellow dots on the tyre outer to indicate special balance points. These red and yellow dots are balancing dots that help […]

How to Change a Car Tyre Using a Tyre Changing Machine Changing a tyre efficiently and safely requires the right equipment and a specific process. Using a professional tyre changer from Concept Garage Equipment, you can remove an old tyre and fit a new one in just a few minutes. Here is a quick guide […]

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 […]