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Easily replicate curved brake pipes on the vehicle with this pipe bender and clamp set
Need to make up a new section of brake pipe? Need to accurately mirror the original pipe’s bends and curves when making up the new pipe? Reach for this nifty brake pipe bender and clamp set from Laser Tools (part number 8523).
Exacting research and development programme delivers 137 new Mintex references in 2022
Braking specialist TMD Friction UK’s renowned braking brand Mintex introduced 137 new parts during 2022, to offer coverage to more of the vehicle parc than ever before.
Textar brake product range expanded in 2022 with 167 new references
TMD Friction UK’s braking brand Textar delivered 167 new references throughout 2022 offering wider vehicle parc coverage than ever before, following its uncompromising approach to research and development.
JURATEK extends popular braking product portfolio
Leading brake supplier, JURATEK, has expanded its extensive braking component product range with the addition of two brake discs, two brake pads, 29 calipers, five new wear indicators and one new brake shoe.
First Line Ltd. grows drivetrain portfolio with launch of CV Joint and Driveshaft ranges
First Line Ltd., via its renowned Borg & Beck brand, has launched an extensive range of premium-quality Constant Velocity (CV) Joints and Driveshafts, complementing its broad range of CV Boot Kits, as the company continues to meet aftermarket demand for a wide range of parts.
FAI Automotive reveals new references for 2023
Premium-quality parts supplier, FAI Automotive, has kicked off the new year by introducing 20 new references to its leading product portfolio, to continue to meet market demand.
First Line Ltd. range expansions exceed 700 newly introduced parts in 2022
Over the last 12 months, all-makes automotive aftermarket specialist First Line Ltd. introduced 707 new references to its ranges, including Steering and Suspension, Braking, Wheel Bearings, Filters, Clutch, Cables and Cooling, covering a wider UK vehicle parc coverage than ever before.
MatraX Tyres move forward into the Commercial Tyre market
The MatraX tyre brand from the Portuguese based Grupo Alves Bandeira entered the international tyre market one year ago with a range of PCR, UHP, 4x4/SUV and van tyres.
Exol announces latest oil specification upgrade as it evolves with the market
Leading lubricants supplier, Exol, has updated the specification of its Optima LSBM 0W-30 (M514) oil as the brand proves its commitment to constantly advancing products to cover the ever-growing vehicle parc.