Tyre changers have traditionally always used 2 clamping cylinders to power 4 clamping ‘jaws’. At Giuliano, we use 4 cylinders on all of our premium ‘SX’ models. The proven reliability and performance benefits have led to a market leading presence in the UK, and a 5 year warranty on the Power X turntable mechanism. Power […]

Can I Install a Car Lift in My Home Garage? Yes, it is possible to install a car lift in a standard home garage, but there are several important factors to consider before making a purchase. These include the type of lift you choose, the available floor space, ceiling height, floor thickness and your garage’s […]

Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up an MOT Testing Station 1. Initial Site Survey & Assessment The first stage is a detailed workshop assessment. During the site visit, measurements are taken to determine whether the premises are suitable, which equipment will fit correctly, the groundwork requirements and access considerations. This stage is extremely important because errors […]

For many small independent garages across the UK, a 2 post lift is the backbone of the workshop. They’re used every day. They generate revenue every hour they’re operating. They directly affect technician safety, workflow efficiency and the types of vehicles you can accept. But choosing the wrong two-post lift can cost far more than […]

The Giuliano Automotive UK team visited the company’s parent factory in Correggio for hands-on training on the new 2026 “Gen P” wheel balancer range. During the visit, we explored the vastly expanded wheel balancer production facility and gained in-depth technical knowledge of the machines’ design, functionality, and manufacturing process. The training has strengthened the team’s […]

It is easy for garage owners to feel uncertain sometimes. However, with the benefit of 35 years in the tyre industry, specifically in the supporting category of supplying equipment, such as tyre changers and wheel balancers, including navigating two major recessions, there is a clear “safeguard” that keeps our trade resilient. While new car sales often plummet during […]

The sun is finally shining, bringing longer days, rising temperatures, and a welcome taste of summer. But whilst the warmer weather is great news for driving conditions, it also means one thing for garages: increased demand for air conditioning servicing. As vehicles begin to heat up, customers will quickly notice when their air conditioning isn’t […]

It should come as no surprise that everything is becoming more expensive. The same can be said for the everyday essentials needed in a garage: fuel, energy, parts, and oil. The rising cost of these essentials can put additional pressure on already tight margins, often leading to difficult cutbacks. For garage owners and fleet operators, […]

Beissbarth’s Q.Lign 3D wheel alignment system has now achieved a major new milestone, receiving official approval from BMW. This latest endorsement further cements the Q.Lign’s position as one of the most advanced and trusted wheel alignment systems on the market, joining previous approvals from Mercedes-Benz and the Volkswagen Audi Group. Now approved by BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and VAG Whilst recognition from the Volkswagen […]

At Straightset, we dedicate much of our time to designing, refurbishing and delivering complete workshop environments for our customers. Whilst many of our projects focus on car and light vehicle facilities, our expertise extends just as strongly into heavy-duty commercial workshops, supplying robust, specialist equipment built to withstand the demands of HGV operations. Our most recently completed project […]

What is a 4 Post Lift Jacking Beam? A 4 post lift jacking beam is an adjustable, steel-framed hydraulic device designed to be used in combination with a 4 post lift, in order to lift a car further from the platform of the 4 post lift. Jacking beam systems usually consist of two supporting arms connected to the main […]

The team at Giuliano Automotive UK made their first ever public appearance under the new guise at the recent Mechanex exhibition at Sandown Park. The quantity, and more importantly, the quality, of visitors was encouragingly positive, with many of those attending actually looking to invest. There is no doubt our ‘Par-Move’ technology featured on the […]