Concept Garage Equipment has guided countless workshops through the MOT Bay building process, from inception, through planning permission, and supplying, fitting, and maintaining their MOT bay equipment.   Understanding Planning Permission for MOT Bays   Planning permission, in essence, is the formal approval from your local council (the Local Planning Authority or LPA) to allow […]

What does it cost to set up a Mobile Tyre Fitting Business?   You can set up a basic mobile tyre fitting business starting from as little as  £10,000. These prices are based on buying a second-hand van already fitted with mobile tyre-fitting equipment setting yourself up as a sole trader with a business bank […]

What are car Air Conditioning Regas Machines?   Vehicle air-con machines are used by garages to test and refill the refrigerant gas in vehicles, including cars, vans and heavy goods vehicles, to keep them correctly pressurised to ensure the air conditioning within the vehicle keeps working and maintaining a correct and consistent temperature.   Understanding AC Regas […]

VISIT US AT AUTOMECHANIKA BIRMINGHAM From June 03 to 05, 2025, come and meet us at the Automotive Aftermarket Show in Birmingham. We’ll be on booth R90 throughout the week, presenting our solutions for MOT Inspection, Repair and Transport. Our main DVSA-approved equipment categories: ↦ Brake tester ↦ Combined Gas analyser & Smoke meter ↦ […]

Complete vehicle lift installation programme for JLR West London CCS Garage Equipment completed an extensive vehicle lift installation programme for Jaguar Land Rover West London, installing a suite of Nussbaum lifts that supports this busy workshop and its customers, whilst equipping the dealership to handle the ever-growing number of electric vehicles in the range. Specified […]

The Essential MOT Bay Kit List   Once the foundational decisions about location, layout, and inspection method (lift or pit) are made, attention turns to the specific testing equipment. A non-negotiable principle is that all MOT testing equipment must be DVSA-approved. The Garage Equipment Association (GEA) often publishes lists of such approved equipment, and using non-compliant […]

Our commercial vehicle workshop installation at TIP Trailers’ Shepshed depot is nearing completion. Our CCS commercial workshop installation team is nearing completion of its work on site at TIP Trailers’ new Shepshed workshop in Leicestershire, creating an 8-bay workshop to support the UK operations of this international commercial truck and trailer dealer, servicing, repair, compliance […]

Wheel Balancing Machines are Essential for Every Successful Garage Wheel balancing is a critical, often underestimated procedure underlying the other services offered by garages and MOT testing bays. Whilst changing a tyre often addresses the immediate problem, such as a worn tread, puncture or screw embedded in the rubber, the subsequent wheel balancing can significantly […]

Ever wondered about adding wheel alignment to your garage offering but weren’t really confident about what a wheel aligner does, or whether it’s worth it? We regularly supply, install, and calibrate wheel alignment machines for our customers, and we understand that wheel alignment can be one of the most profitable services a garage can offer […]

We had been given the task of reducing TFL & Stagecoach’s energy consumption across all depots within London, a small task to say the least. After our engineers fitted data loggers to all units it made interesting reading when processing the data. After allot of discussions, installations and commissioning procedures we have saved over all […]

CCS Garage Equipment installs commercial vehicle lifts by leading manufacturer Nussbaum for clients throughout the UK and Ireland, delivering reliable, robust and user-friendly commercial lift technology to a universal range of sectors. From emergency services and local authority vehicle maintenance facilities, to nationwide vehicle hire businesses, large fleet operators and major car dealerships, CCS is […]

Straightset has been awarded Ravaglioli Installation of the Month, recognising its outstanding work at a full workshop design, supply and installation in Scotland. This accolade highlights Straightset’s commitment to delivering high-quality garage installations and its expertise in workshop equipment solutions. Ravaglioli, a globally recognised manufacturer of vehicle lifts and workshop equipment, awarded Straightset this honour as part of its #RPOWER initiative, which acknowledges outstanding installation projects. The award-winning project […]

Please all join us in welcoming our newest member for 2025 Grenke Leasing Ltd They are a finance company who offer accessible, transparent finance options on key garage equipment across the industry. For more information, please visit their website: grenke | Expert in Equipment Finance & Leasing Solutions  

We are pleased to welcome our newest member to the Association Finkbeiner UK Ltd They join us with a wealth of expertise from the European market, and are looking to expand their UK presence. For more information, please visit their website: Finkbeiner Lifts UK – Made in Germany

Wheel alignment on a 2 post lift works can literally be a game-changer for garages, especially smaller independent workshops or MOT Bays.   Can You Really Perform Wheel Alignment on a 2 Post Lift? Yes, you can! A 2-post lift, when fitted with and combined with the right equipment can also be used for wheel alignment. While […]

Welcoming our newest member Airlink Compressors Airlink Compressors have been trading for over 30 years, and bring a wealth of knowledge to the industry. Please join us in wishing Andrew and the team all the best. For more information, please visit their website: airlinkcompressors.com

How Car Lift Cables Work The construction of a car lift cable is a testament to engineering ingenuity. Individual wires are twisted together to form strands, and these strands are then wound around a core, creating a strong and flexible rope. This design allows the cable to withstand the immense weight of vehicles while remaining […]

Muller Automotive UK is proud to announce its appointment as an authorised distributor of AutoTest products in the UK. This strategic partnership will enable Muller Automotive UK to offer its customers a comprehensive range of high-quality vehicle testing solutions, including the renowned AutoStop MicroPlus decelerometer. The AutoStop MicroPlus is a proven decelerometer widely used in […]

Bullworthy Garage Equipment Wins Rotary Lifts European Installation of the Month! Big news for the team at Bullworthy Garage Equipment! We’ve just been awarded “Installation of the Month” by VSG Europe, and we couldn’t be prouder. This recognition highlights our dedication to offering the highest standard equipment installations, and our continued commitment to providing the […]

Setting up an MOT test centre in 2025 requires careful planning and adherence to DVSA regulations. Key steps include ensuring staff have the necessary MOT tester and AEDM qualifications, completing the DVSA VT01 application form, and securing premises that meet specific size requirements for the chosen vehicle classes. Selecting the right MOT bay equipment, from […]