KEEP IT CLEAN
Nov 5th
One of the global leaders in high performance automotive surface coating technology has launched a triple action cleaning product to combat bacteria, odours and germs in cars.
Gtechniq, the name behind high-tech paint protection and car care products, has teamed up with BioCote® leaders in anti-microbial technology, to introduce I2 Tri-Clean, an interior cleaner that kills bacteria, and neutralises odours inside a vehicle.
Rob Earle, managing director of Gtechniq, said: “At Gtechniq we’re looking to the future, a future where germs and bacteria will be rife, and antibiotic resistance continues to dominate.
“With drivers spending an average of three full years of their More >
NICE THREADS
Nov 5th
It may be winter time and the shows and race meets of summer may only be a distant memory, but that doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in a little automotive couture to keep the blues away. The latest T-shirt design from Forge Motorsport may be just the ticker here, and it’s the perfect stocking filler, to boot!
Featuring the company’s distinctive ‘Sugar Skull’ logo, this ultra-high quality tee is available in a variety of men’s and women’s cuts in five sizes, ranging from Small to XXL.
The women’s shirt also features an attractive ‘v’ neck design. Colourwise, there’s a choice of Black More >
BRIGHT LIGHTS
Nov 5th
If you have a classic style kitcar, the benfits of fitting LED lighting is an attractive one but use the wrong product and it will definitely spoil the look of your car.
Better Car Lighting has a solution with visible parts that look like they were made in 1960, not 2015, a project that has taken them two year to get right. They can now offer a choice of two or three pin flasher relays, which will work with LED bulbs, standard bulbs, or any combination.
They look like an original alloy ‘can’ flasher relay, but have Better Car Lighting’s electronics inside, More >
NICE FRAGRANCE
Nov 5th
LITTLE TREES®, the world’s leading choice for high-quality long-lasting vehicle freshness products, has launched two new variants to the market, thereby providing vehicle drivers with choice and flexibility in how they bring a touch of freshness to their vehicle’s interior.
Invisi is the super discreet way to keep a vehicle interior fresh while driving. It has been specially designed to fit unobtrusively on any air vent so that drivers will hardly notice it’s there. Powered by LITTLE TREES® patented StediScent® Technology for consistent and gradual fragrance release, Invisi is available in five great fragrances – Vanilla, Green Valley, New Car, Anti-Tobacco More >
IT REALLY IS A WRENCH
Nov 5th
This new set of universal oil filter wrenches from Laser Tools (part number 6330) is bound to be a winner in the workshop. Four wrenches altogether, two sizes (small: 60-80mm; large: 80-96mm), and left and right-hand wrenches for both removing and replacing oil filter canisters.
A 3/8in drive is used and the design of the wrenches means that the more torque applied, the more the wrench grips. Supplied in a sturdy plastic case with foam to keep the wrenches secure.
A useful set to keep in the workshop that works on a variety of different cars and engines. Available now from your More >
ECO TOYO
Nov 5th
Toyo’s new New NanoEnergy 3 is the latest addition to its NanoEnergy range and is aimed squarely at the compact and mid-range car sector. As with all preceding NanoEnergy models, the latest incarnation of these popular tyres guarantee safety, durability, fuel savings and efficiency. In other words, precisely what the eco-tyre market demands.
The third incarnation of the NanoEnergy family benefits from an improved tyre construction and a new polymer in the tread compound. Partly thanks to these improvements, the tyre has a longer tyre life over its forebears, combined with better wet performance and lower fuel consumption than its predecessor.
An More >
NEW AIR-COOLED KIT FROM WEBCON
Oct 28th
Webcon has just launched a high performance 48IDA carburettor kit to suit the iconic air-cooled VW Type 1 and 2 engines.
Featuring only authentic Spanish-made Weber 48IDA carburettors, the kit is suitable for larger capacity motors making big horsepower; to facilitate easy fitting the kit includes manifolds, linkage and studs, nuts, gaskets, etc.
Part number PVW210 is priced at £1074 inc VAT and available from Webcon and their appointed around the world. For further details call them on 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
BRAKE PAD CHECKER
Oct 28th
This neat little tool can measure the thickness of all regular 6mm lined brake pads without having to remove the road wheel.
Thanks to its slim design the VS058 is able to locate the rear of the pad backing plate, allowing the probe to measure the distance between the underside of the backing plate and brake disc. Suitable for both internal and external brake pads, it features a 1.5mm and calibration check marking.
The VS058 has been highly received and is currently being featured in Sealey Vehicle Service Promotion, valid until December 31, 2015, priced at £20.34 inc VAT.
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GAS AND AIR
Oct 28th
Rally Design has just released a new range of ‘Blackline’ air tools, which includes ½in impact wrench, ½in ratchet wrench, air hammer kit, air drill kit and professional tyre gauge inflator with lance.
Prices start at £10.70 inc VAT for the Pro Tyre Inflation gun or they also offer a comprehensive 50-piece air tool kit including most of the useful £71.28 inc VAT.
More from www.rallydesign.co.uk ENDS.
MAX POWER POLISHING
Oct 28th
Power Maxed product development team hasbeen busy developing a new polish range due to popular demand. Automotive Brands listened to retail customers who suggested that they were after a quality polish range that performs well.
“It’s great to get customer feedback on our product range and listen and consider their new ideas and make new products happen.” Said Adam Weaver, Automotive Brands managing director.
Power Maxed Ultra Finishing Polish (500ml) has a unique formula that will remove contaminants and oxidation which normal washing will not touch.
The polish can be layered to build up additional gloss and protection, and can also be topped with More >
