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👋 Welcome to your June 2024 issue ofProfessional Motor Factor ▶ https://lnkd.in/eQp-ZvHV This month, we dive into the relationship between digital tools and the aftermarket – what impact does it have? Does it drive business growth? The likes ofFactor Sales, SMP EuropeandElcomehelp answer these burning questions.Elsewhere,WAI’s Richard Wellandis the latest participant in our Q&A series, while we put the microscope onLong Eaton Motor Factorsin our latest Factor Focus.Filters and Remanufacturing are the latest product sections, withUFI Filters Group,MANN+HUMMEL,HELLA Aftermarket,AS-PLandAutoelectro Ltdall thrusting their content into the limelight.Also, many thanks to bilstein group UK for suppling the front cover 😊 Tom Henman Robert Gilham Alex Dilleigh Kieran Nee Freya Coleman Kelly Newstead Lydia P. Joe Captieux Matthew Boase#PMF #motorfactor #automotiveaftermarket #automotiveindustry

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🔋 Fancy a peek inside Ecobat's latest product catalogue? It's a 168-page directory that emphasises depth and the number of sectors for which the company is now an active supply partner.A glimpse at the contents pages of the product catalogue reveals the diversification of the power storage sector. In addition to leisure, motorcycle, and mobility batteries, emerging technologies and a significant increase in a variety of associated products occupy substantial sections of the publication.🗣 Ecobat Commercial Director, Paul Payne, said: “Helping our wide range of customers to increase theirbattery sales opportunitieshas always been our mantra, and even the briefest of glances at this new catalogue is enough to demonstrate that those opportunities are expanding, with lithium based solutions from EcoFlow and PylonTech, for leisure, off-grid living and energy storage, and Rolls and US Battery for industrial applications, as just a few examples."#PMF #Ecobat #battery #motorfactor #automotiveaftermarket

❓In the automotive aftermarket ecosystem, where manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, independent workshops, and end-users are all connected, relationships serve as the threads that hold the entire chain together, right?🗣 Auto Spares WalesCompany Director, Steve Jones: "Relationships are the main reason Auto Spares Wales exists! The fact that some of our customers didn’t feel they had the relationships was the reason we decided to give it a go..."🗣 Arnold Clark AutopartsGroup Factor Manager, Craig McCracken: "Relationships are at the heart of everything we do at Arnold Clark Autoparts, as one of the fastest growing UK motor factors. With over 30 years of motor factoring in the automotive aftermarket, we understand the crucial role that strong relationships play in our business..."🗣 OLDFIELDS GARAGE SERVICES LTDDirector, Tim Benson FIMI: "For a modern garage to be successful, I believe it is vital that long-term relationships, built on value and mutual benefit, are fostered across all business stakeholders from supply side through to customers. It’s really not just about the transaction of buying and selling goods any longer..."🗣 Car Spares FactorsCo-Owner, Sanjiv Shah: “At Car Spares Factors, we believe the power and importance of relationships stand as pillars that not only support the industry but also drive its success – relationships between our internal teams, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and customers are all connected..."#PMF #motorfactor #garage #automotiveaftermarket #autmotiveindustry #customerservice #relationships

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🗳 The general election is just weeks away and voices across the aftermarket are taking the opportunity to voice their views – this includes Kevan Wooden, CEO of LKQ UK and Ireland– the group to which Euro Car Parts Ltd. belongs:🗣 “As we’ve seen over the last few years, things like block exemption and MOT reform could have severely disrupted the industry if the sector hadn’t come together to keep its political advocacy both loud and proactive.”Kevan believes his views fall into two areas: the rights to repair and connect, and the need to support small businesses.#PMF #LKQ #EuroCarParts #ECP #motorfactor #generalelection #automotiveaftermarket #automotiveindustry #MOT #blockexemption

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❓What's included in Laser Tools' trim removal tool set? Suitable for removing interior and exterior automotive trim and associated fixings, this set includes a variety of wedge-type and flat trim-removal tools suitable for door panels, dashboard fascias, upholstery panels, rubbers, seals, badges and body mouldings. The set also features a U-profile trim-clip removal tool, and everything is neatly organised into a zipped storage case.A variety of sizes and shapes are included, which means the correct trim tool should always be available – whether removing a small under-dash plastic panel, or a stubborn door aperture seal! These non-marring tools are designed to be easy to use without causing damage to the trim or surrounding areas. They are manufactured from polyoxymethylene plastic, which offers strength, rigidity and low friction.#PMF #LaserTools #motorfactor #automotiveaftermarket #tools

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🚘 Mercedes Benz, Lamborghini, Hyundai and MG units are some of eclectic new-to-range references recently brought to market at the request of Autoelectro Ltd customers.The diverse list ofremanufactured starter motors and alternatorsemphasises the company’s ability to cater all types of demands – no matter how rare, classic, or new to the automotive aftermarket they may be.Autoelectro can strip, inspect and test old cores, with its engineers able to isolate faults, before replacing what is necessary and then remanufacture a part to meet, or exceed, OE-specification.#PMF #Autoelectro #remanufacturing #newtorange #motorfactor #automotiveaftermarket

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What benefits do polyurethane bushes offer? Polybush's Ellis Blackman gives his views:1️⃣ Increased longevity:Solutions for Mondeo MK4’s rear trailing arm bushes or Astra MK6 rear beam bushes, for example, outlast their rubber counterparts by four to five times. The company develops solutions with technicians in mind, tackling notorious headache points.2️⃣ Improved control:Installing polyurethane bushes injects a shot of adrenaline into a steering system. Motorists will experience a tighter, more precise connection between the steering wheel and the road.3️⃣ Increased tyre life:Polybush saves consumers money by reducing tyre wear, install time, and offering a fit-and-forget product.4️⃣ Comfort:Will upgrading to polyurethane sacrifice the comfort of a vehicle? Fear not. Polyurethane can match the original hardness of ‘normal’ cars, ensuring no compromise on the smooth, comfortable ride customers expect.5️⃣ Easy to fit:No special tools are required; technicians can remove the rubber bushes as they usually would, and most bushes can just be pushed in by hand. To finish the job, technicians can simply use a vice or hammer to drive the centre tube home.What's your experience of polyurethane bushes?#PMF #Polybush #motorfactor #automotiveaftermarket #automotiveindustry #suspension #steering

⚽ Comline Auto Parts Ltd has announced the launch of an online Soccer Skill Shot game and competition ▶ https://lnkd.in/eR8nGwPBThe aim is to get participants into the spirit of this summer's football tournament, provide the opportunity for some (friendly!) competition, and give everyone the chance to win prizes in the process.Players have 6️⃣0️⃣ seconds to knock over as many ‘targets’ as possible with the ball. Achieving 5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ points or more will automatically get the participant into aComlineprize draw, but the aim is to achieve the greatest number of points possible for the best chance of being drawn as a winner.Winners will scoop a football shirt of their choice and a Milwaukee Tool impact wrench. Ten runners-up will also receive a Comline ‘Crew Collection’ T-shirt.Comline General Manager – Marketing and Communications, Leigh Davies, said: "It’s set to be a summer dominated by football, so we wanted to add our own little spin on the beautiful game by introducing the Comline Soccer Skill Shot challenge."#PMF #Comline #Euro2024 #football #automotiveindustry #automotiveaftermarket #motorfactor

⚽ Arnold Clark Autoparts has kicked off a new promotion for the Euro 2024 group stages. Customers can take advantage of rewards with every purchase of aftermarket parts.They canearn double A-Points on qualifying products throughout the promotion period. Plus, for every £100 spent on aftermarket products, customers will receive a £10 Tesco voucher, perfect for stocking up on match-day essentials.🗣 Scott Montgomery, General Manager atArnold Clark AutopartsGlasgow, said: "Our new promotion runs during the group stages of the sporting event, giving customers plenty of time to take advantage of these incredible offers."#PMF #Euro2024 #motorfactor #ArnoldClark #promotion #football