If you’re considering opening an MOT test centre, there are several important requirements you need to meet before you can start carrying out MOT tests. From MOT tester training and suitable premises to approved garage equipment and the DVSA application process, setting up an MOT centre requires careful planning. 1. Complete the Required MOT Training […]

Become an MOT tester without experience To become an MOT tester (vehicle inspector in the UK) and be qualified to work on vehicles within MOT Bays or MOT testing centres, you will need to meet certain requirements and complete specific training. Here are the general steps you can follow: First, you need to meet the eligibility rules set out […]

Two of the fastest-growing companies in the UK automotive market have formed a business partnership that stems from more than 2 decades of goodwill and trust. Best Autocentres and Giuliano Automotive UK started working together in late 2025, when both companies were starting a journey that is built on a combination of growth and traditional values. An Automotive […]

Keeping your garage equipment in peak condition is essential for safety, productivity and compliance. Whether you operate a busy commercial workshop, an MOT testing station or an independent repair garage, your equipment works hard every day. Over time, even the highest-quality machinery will experience wear and tear, making regular servicing essential. But how do you […]

When we were approached by one of our distributors for advice on a request they’d had for one of their customers, it wasn’t a conventional garage or tyre shop enquiry. This particular customer wanted equipment for their own in-house use, ensuring they could service their own fleet of vehicles. About Petit Forestier Petit Forestier were […]

An air compressor is one of the hardest-working pieces of equipment in any garage or workshop. They help power various garage equipment, from impact wrenches, to tyre changers and vehicle lifts. An air compressor needs regular servicing to remain safe, reliable and efficient. Ignoring routine maintenance can lead to costly breakdowns, reduced performance and unexpected […]

Tyre Trade News – Front Page… for the Front Runner! We are delighted to see our famous brand adorn the front cover of the UK’s leading tyre industry publication, Tyre Trade News. As a company that places so much importance on key aspects such as quality, features, and customer support over price, we feel it is […]

When planning a new MOT bay or upgrading existing garage equipment, one of the key decisions for many garages is whether to choose an OPTL (One Person Test Lane) or an ATL (Automated Test Lane). Both systems allow a single MOT tester to carry out a test without requiring a second person and both meet […]

Every week we are hitting all four corners of the UK installing our famous tyre equipment (as well as the occasional jaunt over to the Isle Of Wight, Channel Islands etc), so it made a nice change to have a job that was, quite literally, within walking distance of our office! Premium Tyre Shop Equipment […]

When Biffa needed to close a regional site in the North West, its Trafford Park premises in Manchester required a full workshop installation to accommodate the relocated team and its operations. CCS was appointed by long-term, national waste management sector client Biffa to transform an existing Biffa premises in Trafford Park, Manchester, into a fully-equipped […]

Work is underway and progressing well at Audi’s new workshop and body shop facility in North Shields, just outside Newcastle-upon-Tyne, as CCS manages the delivery of a complete garage equipment installation for our dealership client. CCS is appointed by our dealership client to manage the delivery of this new Paint and Body Centre in North […]

Since the foundation in Correggio, Italy, in 1976, the Giuliano name has become synonymous with tyre fitting and balancing equipment innovation and quality. Giuliano Automotive UK are celebrating this incredible milestone with some great offers. Gold Tyre Changer and Wheel Balancer Package Headlining the party right now is the ‘Gold’ tyre changer and balancer package, which […]

JTR Finance Ltd – Specialist Finance for the Garage Equipment Industry Helping GEA members sell more equipment through specialist finance solutions. JTR Finance Ltd is delighted to become a member of the Garage Equipment Association and looks forward to supporting fellow members with specialist equipment finance solutions. Working exclusively with garage equipment manufacturers, distributors and […]