February 2022

52 AFTERMARKET FEBRUARY 2022 PRODUCTS www.aftermarketonline.net Schaeffler: New RepSet kits and more Schaeffler has released a number of new clutch, drive belt system, steering and suspension and thermal management products. These include a LuK RepSet clutch kit for the Skoda Kodiaq and VW Tiguan 1.5 TSi, plus another LuK RepSet for Hyundai and Kia 1.6 CRDi applications. Two new INA Timing Chain Kits have also been added, accompanied by new water pump and torsional vibration damper (TVD) references. Lastly, a new LuK RepSet DMF kit has been launched for Ford 2.2-litre diesel applications. www.repxpert.co.uk Textar: New brake discs and more TMD Friction, via its Textar brand, has launched two new brake disc references and eight additional expanding lock kits for handbrake shoes. The new disc references cover a number of applications, including Mercedes Benz A-Class, B-Class, CLA, GLA and GLB (2018), as well as the Mazda CX-30 (2020). Textar has also added new references to its expanding lock kits for handbrake shoes. These are suitable for vehicles from a number of makes including Hyundai, KIA, Nissan, Renault, Suzuki, Toyota, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Lancia, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Daihatsu, Lexus, Citroen, Mitsubishi, Peugeot and Subaru. www.tmdfriction.com Ring launches EV/PHEV cable range Ring Automotive has launched an EV and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle cables range. They connect to all Type 2 charge points, and the range includes both Type 1 and Type 2 sockets. The range is made up of five products including RCC11605, RCC13205, for Type 1 EVs and RCC21605, RCC23205, RCC23P05, for Type 2 EVs. All cables in the range are five metres long, come with a dust cap, have IP65 waterproof rating, meet IK10 impact resistance, and are TUV CE and UKCA certified. Each cable also comes with a protective storage case. www.ringautomotive.com Nissens adds expansion tanks Nissens Automotive has increased its range of expansion tanks with passenger car and LCV applications being added to the existing commercial vehicle range. Nissens’ initial car and light van expansion tank range includes 52-part numbers, covering more than 200 OE references. The wider Nissens engine cooling programme includes radiators, oil coolers, fans, and water pumps, as well as fan clutches for CV and LCV applications. nissens.com FAG shows depth of coverage A range of steering and suspension components has been recently launched under the FAG brand. Through the launch, the company said the entire chassis system can be serviced using only FAG parts. To demonstrate this, the company took three models across three vehicle segments, the Vauxhall Corsa IV, Ford Focus II and BMW 320D (F30,F80), and demonstrated how mechanics can use an FAG solution to replace almost every component on the chassis system. www.repxpert.co.uk ESAB: OK AristoRod 38 Zn ESAB’s OK AristoRod 38 Zn is a solid wire with an alloyed formula intended to minimise porosity and spatter on galvanised steels, without the higher risk of burn through associated with metal cored wires. OK AristoRod 38 Zn is available in diameters of 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 mm in 18kg spools and 250kg Marathon packs. www.esab.co.uk Gates: New VVT range Variable Valve Timing Solenoids (VVTS) have been added to the Gates product portfolio in the UK, having previously been available in the USA. The VVTS monitors and adjusts the opening and closing of valves inside the camshaft. A correctly operating VVTS enables smoother idling. The initial range covers vehicles manufactured in the USA, Europe and Asia, focusing on applications where there is already significant demand. Where applicable, these VVTS units may be installed alongside Gates PowerGrip timing belts and timing belt kit solutions. www.gates.com New exhausts from Klarius Klarius Products has introduced exhaust systems for 22 vehicles. These include exhausts for the Peugeot 3008 Allure (2014-2016), BMW 116 1.5 (2015 -), Toyota Auris 1.8 (2012), Ford Fiesta 1.0 (2017-), Honda Jazz ES (2015 -), Citroen C3 (2014) and DS3 1.6 (2014-) and Kia Picanto 1.0 and 1.2 (2014-2016). Exhausts have also been added for LCVs such as the Mercedes Citan 1.5, Renault Kangoo 1.5, the Peugeot Partner and Citroen Berlingo. During 2021, Klarius released over 100 new products to market. www.klarius.eu