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28 Jun Advanced ADAS Calibration System draws record crowd to Hofmann Megaplan Centre of Excellence

Over the last few months, ADAS has been an unavoidable subject - and for many, it is a step into the unknown. Many shows this year already including the CV Show and Automechanika have demonstrated the need for specialised equipment and valuable industry knowledge. Although many...

14 Jun Best in Class Garage Equipment at Automechanika 2019 – Hofmann Megaplan

Automechanika 2019 saw record numbers visiting, including its highest ever opening day. Everyone who's anyone in the automotive industry was there from suppliers of garage equipment through to bodyshop specialist and aftermarket experts. Hofmann Megaplan were proud to showcase the largest array of equipment...

13 Jun Workshop Solutions launches new tool catalogue

Comprehensive guide to tools and equipment available now Workshop Solutions, the training and equipment arm of Euro Car Parts, has launched a new tool catalogue. Featuring a wide variety of workshop essentials, the catalogue covers everything from air tools and diagnostics to workwear and PPE. “The...

12 Jun Latest Opportunities in Alignment & Air Conditioning – Hofmann Megaplan

Hofmann Megaplan is one of the UK's leading suppliers of garage equipment and we are currently expanding our field-based engineering team across the UK. Full details are provided below. Alignment / ADAS Field Engineer Hofmann Megaplan currently has an opening for an experienced alignment engineer to join...

31 May Case Study: Fusion Autos [Interview] – Hofmann Megaplan

We are pleased to share with you one of our latest MoT installs from the Northern town of Goole. This premium ATL MoT garage equipment install was managed by our National Sales Manager for MOT Equipment, Andy Davidson and took place at Fusion Autos. Fusion Autos...

30 May DVSA publish a cut off date for unconnectable equipment

We have recently received many questions from members regarding the GEA’s current approval process for equipment and the connectivity to MOT standards. Today (30/05/2019) the DVSA have informed us of the following: No new approvals to be granted for class 3, 4, 5 & 7 RBT’s from...

24 May Wheel alignment isn’t just about completing alignments? – Hofmann Megaplan

How do you know if a vehicle's alignment is out? For a trained professional, it is a given but educating customers on what to look out for can be tough. Wheel alignment can arguably be one of the most frequent issues faced by vehicle owners...

24 May How essential are ADAS calibrations in 2019? – Hofmann Megaplan

ADAS is holding a common place on industry news sites & publications now. The latest feature in Garagewire addresses the warnings that experts are heeding of failure to calibrate ADAS following repairs. These advisories to the automotive repair industries are not to be ignored either....

22 May GEA GOLF DAY 2019

GEA GOLF DAY - THURSDAY, 1 AUGUST 2019, AT BREADSALL PRIORY Please find attached details and entry form, which should be returned to helen@gea.co.uk PLEASE NOTE: Buggies are priced at £30 each and are dependent on weather conditions. They must be pre-booked through the GEA. There is limited...

13 May Advanced ADAS launched as “A Night at the Carnival” hits Glasgow

With over 800 garage equipment users in attendance, A Night at the Carnival Trade show was billed by the organisers as "probably the Best Trade Show on Earth". For our team, it is certainly one of the most unique, not only for the carnival atmosphere...

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