Testing brake efficiency is an essential component of regular fleet maintenance. A calibrated roller brake tester is recommended for safety inspections to assess braking performance and record brake efficiencies. Despite this, many fleet operators outsource this vital activity, resulting in reduced vehicle availability and increased testing costs. The DVSA recommends operators have their brakes tested
Tecalemit is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of heavy-duty lifting solutions. Catering specifically to CV workshops, Tecalemit’s Leviathan range offers various options fit for the most demanding jobs. The Leviathan range has your back when it comes to servicing or repairing large vehicles. Choose from static options like 4-post or scissor lifts, or go
Tecalemit is one of the leading suppliers of MOT bays, offering a wide range of MOT bay configurations, including TPTL, OPTL, and ATL for all classes. When you choose a Tecalemit MOT package, you get more than just the equipment. You get our equipment specialists who will ensure the preparation and installation go smoothly, in
Whether or not to skim brake discs is an interesting question. For some, it is seen as an old-fashioned practice, a relic of the days when mechanics would strip down parts, only replace damaged components, and they would spend time investigating faults. Today, the approach taken is replace, replace, replace. So now, when an engine
Sutton Car Care, located in the leafy suburbs of Surrey, offers a wide range of mechanical repair services, vehicle maintenance, and replacement tyres. When the team there decided to expand their services to include MOTs, they sought help from Tecalemit. As part of our MOT consultation service, their local Sales Manager, Bernard, guided them through
The yearly MOT test is crucial for commercial vehicles and is integral to a fleet manager’s maintenance schedule. It is a legal requirement to have a valid MOT test certificate for all fleet vehicles. Ensuring that the workshop prepares the vehicles according to MOT standards is also essential. This will help to achieve a high
As all CV workshops know, the annual MOT test forms the basis of a vehicle’s maintenance calendar. However, in addition to the legal requirement to have a vehicle pass its MOT test, fleet operators must also consider their responsibilities for maintaining vehicles in a roadworthy condition. Outside of the daily walkaround check, operators must run
Engine oil does not actually wear out, it simply becomes contaminated with dirt. Fortunately, it can be cleaned and refined for reuse many times over. However, properly collecting used oil is crucial in preventing environmental pollution. If used oil ends up in our water sources, it can have severe consequences for wildlife, plant life, and
A wheel balancer is a particularly vital piece of equipment for any garage or tyre shop. It helps to improve the safety and performance of a vehicle by balancing the wheels and tyres precisely. When a wheel is out of balance, it can cause several problems, including: Vibrations that travel through the steering wheel and
As the world shifts towards more sustainable modes of transportation, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular. However, this shift is also causing a ripple effect in the automotive industry, with workshops having to adapt to the changing landscape. As the automotive industry evolves, workshops and garages must adapt to the changing landscape. But one
