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HELLA expands leading position in chip-based headlamp technologies 

HELLA, the automotive supplier operating under the FORVIA umbrella brand, continues to expand its market leading position in the field of digital, chip-based headlamp systems. Not only has the company started the world's first, series production of its "Solid State Lighting | High Definition" (SSL | HD) headlamp at its Lippstadt site, HELLA has also received the next high-volume series orders for this technology from another German, as well as an international premium car manufacturer.

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Nissens Automotive Heater and Cabin Blowers

Although often overlooked when servicing or repairing the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, heaters and cabin blowers serve a crucial role, particularly for the comfort of the occupants. So, it is advisable to include these two components during an annual check and, if either need replacement, use only premium quality aftermarket products.

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UFI Filters heat exchangers equipped as OE for Renault and Nissan electric motors

UFI Filters is not only a leader in filtration, but also in thermal management. Indeed, the company is able to provide 360-degree solutions for the mobility of the future. Its innovative capabilities have once again been demonstrated by its providing of Original Equipment heat exchangers for Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance’s electric motors.

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Prevent jacking damage to Teslas with lifting-jack pads

Tesla models need maintenance just like any other car and when jacking up (using either a floor jack or a two-post ramp), it can be easy to damage the bodywork or the battery case, even though the correct lifting points have been used. Laser Tools has just introduced two sets of four lifting-jack pads designed to help prevent any damage on the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y (part number 8439), or the Model S and Model X (part number 8440).

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