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CONTENTS Inside News and Products 6. Brake Calipers - The automotive industry is being urged to question the quality and safety of calipers entering the aftermarket, following an independent study by Brake Engineering. 8. First TechFest a resounding success - TechFest Garage Technology Festival, organised by car parts distributors, GSF Car Parts, took the automotive industry by storm last Thursday, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, hands-on product training, live demonstrations, and exclusive deals on tools and equipment. 10. BM Catalysts - calls for unified industry effort to reduce emissions on Clean Air Day. 12. 125 years of FORVIA HELLA: from a lamp manufacturer in Lippstadt to a global technology leader . 14. Garage Hive insight helps fuel growth at EAC Telford. 17. Castrol - is launching an all-new, next-generation 0W-20 low viscosity long-life engine oil called Castrol EDGE 0W-20 LL IV, the first lubricant of its kind to secure, simultaneously, the latest low-viscosity approvals from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen. 28. OESAA Academy Live events inspire industry professionals of tomorrow. Features 20-24. UK Garage and Bodyshop Event 2024 - Review 29-30. STEERING AND SUSPENSION Despite the growing trend for electric powertrains, steering & suspension components remain a constant for the aftermarket, reminds Dayco. Your data The Garage is published by Partnership Publishing and is produced 12 times a year. Your data and privacy is important to us. We would never give this information away or sell it onto a third party. You would only receive magazines or information from one of Partnership Publishing’s publications. However, if you wish to stop receiving The Garage and would like us to erase all of your information from our databases then email your name, company and address to paul.gregory@ppmedia.co.uk 4 THE GARAGE 4 Contents.indd 1 01/07/2024 17:13
OE replacement shock absorbers ensure satisfied workshop customers BILSTEIN B4 makes the difference tangible ADVERTISEMENTFEATURE Forewarned is forearmed – when it comes to shock absorbers, this rule is difficult for drivers to put into practice. This is because shock absorbers wear out almost imperceptibly with increasing mileage. Handling becomes more imprecise and the braking distance longer. It is therefore all the more important that the workshop regularly checks the safety-relevant shock absorbers – for the safety of the drivers and possible additional business for the workshop. If the shock absorbers need to be replaced, it is important to opt for a reliable quality product. The BILSTEIN B4 OE replacement range corresponds exactly to original equipment in terms of technology and quality. After the shock absorbers have been replaced, perfect road grip and precise handling are restored. The result is maximum safety and a driving experience as if the car just came from the assembly line. A difference that also the driver feels immediately and can experience over tens of thousands of miles. The overall package of the BILSTEIN B4 product range therefore ensures satisfied workshop customers who will gladly come again. With over 2,300 applications, the BILSTEIN B4 product range covers more than 90 percent of all European vehicle models. So there is a suitable B4 model for almost every car on the market as a monotube and twin-tube gas pressure shock absorber in the specification that corresponds exactly to the standard equipment. BILSTEIN is also a one-stop shop for the necessary accessories such as top mounts or bump stops and even springs. When replacing shock absorbers, workshops should always keep an eye on the surrounding components. It is also important to replace the shock absorbers always in pairs on both sides of the vehicle at the same time. This is the only way to achieve the desired vehicle handling. OEM competence for the aftermarket Another advantage: the BILSTEIN B4 OE replacement shock absorbers are manufactured on the same production lines as the OE products. BILSTEIN supplies many (premium) vehicle manufacturers with the highest quality shock absorber and suspension systems as standard and therefore knows exactly what the OEMs require. If the workshop decides to use BILSTEIN products for replacement, they can rely on getting first-class components with excellent quality, while customers can be sure that the driving experience of their vehicle is the same as ex-works. The shock absorber expert not only supplies OE products for series production, but also develops innovative OE suspension technologies together with the vehicle manufacturers. One example is the DampMatic developed jointly by BILSTEIN and Mercedes-Benz. Even without external control, the mechanical system ensures that the shock absorber is tighter or softer depending on amplitude of vibration. BILSTEIN holds the patent for its DampMatic technology. This means that no other manufacturer can offer OE replacement shock absorbers, which are identical to the OE component. However, because the amplitude-dependent control is integrated in the damper and works without cables, there is a risk that the workshop may overlook it. But if they opt for a BILSTEIN B4 OE replacement shock absorber, the DampMatic technology for the particular Mercedes-Benz model is automatically equipped – just like in series production and in OE quality. Air spring modules with a unique feature For vehicles with integrated air suspension modules, another look at the B4 product range will help. BILSTEIN is one of the few aftermarket suppliers to offer brandnew spare parts that are cheaper than OE replacement parts and that surpass remanufactured parts in terms of quality. In the latter case, used shock absorbers of uncertain mileage are installed and not infrequently, the electronic control valves are shut down instead of replaced. This turns an active system into a passive one. If the compressor in an air suspension system is defective, BILSTEIN can also help; replacements can be found in the B1 product range. WAY AHEAD. www.bilstein.com www.facebook.com/bilstein.de www.instagram.com/bilstein www.youtube.com/bilsteinde Photos: Copyright BILSTEIN 2024 5, Bilstein Advertorial.indd 1 01/07/2024 16:38
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