October 2013

NGK RE-LAUNCHES INCENTIVE DRIVE WITH NEW PARTNERS MANN AND PHILIPS

NGK has re-launched its garage loyalty scheme at Equip Auto and confirmed new partners Mann and Hummel Filters and Philips will be part of the programme in France. An evolution of the original UK campaign, workshops can now return packaging from the three brands in exchange for better rewards

BM CATALYSTS PUSHES FORWARD WITH SCR AT EQUIP AUTO

BM Catalysts stole a march on the competition at Equip Auto with the launch of a new range of selective catalytic reduction exhaust components.

There are just 14 part numbers in the range to start with, as SCR technology on cars is still in the very early stages of deployment, but it will become more common as Euro 6 emissions standards for cars are introduced in 2014.

Neat, stylish and practical new packaging from Sogefi

Sogefi has introduced an innovative new packaging approach for its cabin filters and is working on other new solutions for its other lines.

The filter manufacturer says the transparent polypropylene packages reduces waste, saves on space and keeps the product sealed and free from dust and humidity in transit.

EQUIP AUTO GRAND PRIX WINNERS REVEALED

CAT Editor Peter Lawton joined an international panel of judges at a trade show this week to help identify and reward cutting edge developments in automotive technology and equipment.

The International Grand Prix for Automotive Innovation is part of the French Equip Auto exhibition and is in its 15th year.

New skills award from the IMI recognises trainers

The first trainers to be recognised for their role in passing on skills in the automotive industry have been named by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

Allianz Global Assist Technical Training Manager Mike Donley and David Wray, Work Base and ATA Assessor Verifier at Motherwell College, have become the first IMI members to make their mark in the Institute’s new Automotive Trainer and Assessor Professional Recognition Standards.