eBay has caused a stir amongst the repair industry as they launch a new campaign throughout the UK to encourage consumers to buy parts for their MOT, as a way of saving money.
[Source: Aftermarket Magazine – April’16 Edition]Kategori: Industry Articles
Improving Air Quality – Diesel scrappage is not the way!
As industry rumours continue about the introduction of a diesel scrappage scheme in response to the increasing concerns over air quality in the UK, the RAC Foundation has carried out research which suggests such a scheme will do little to help the situation.
[Source: Aftermarket Magazine – May’16]Okumaya devam et “Improving Air Quality – Diesel scrappage is not the way!”
New Lightweight Audi A5
The latest generation A5 Coupé is set to be so efficient, it will emit as little as 105g/km CO₂. Combining a turbocharged 2-litre diesel engine it has an overall weight reduction of up to 60kg to achieve the low figure.
[Source: Engine Technology International – June’16]Continental Launches New Turbocharger Technology
Continental has developed a new gasoline turbocharger with a unique technology known as RAAX, which stands for “radial-axial”. Unlike other gasoline applications, the new innovation has a modified turbine wheel design which allows a substantial reduction of approximately 40% in the rotational moment of inertia of the turbine wheels. The new innovation, according to Continental, provides substantial improvement in response and efficiency with a robust design.
[Source: Automotive Engineer Magazine – June’16]Okumaya devam et “Continental Launches New Turbocharger Technology”
Mustang’s European Debut
As part of Ford’s global vehicle strategy, they have launched the iconic Mustang into Europe with an option for a downsized, turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder gasoline engine. [Source: Automotive Engineer Magazine – May’16] Okumaya devam et “Mustang’s European Debut”