Aftermarket June 2022

JUNE 2022 AFTERMARKET 43 www.aftermarketonline.net unlikely that the three biggest requirements of all – a charger for every home (at a reasonable price without any major work to the existing electrical circuit and panel) plus long range EVs minus the eye wateringly high price tags and… a network of super chargers within an arm’s reach of desire – will be in place come 2030. They won’t. Take any one of these out of the equation and for most motorists, especially the longer distance traveler, and EVs remain a pipe dream. They will only be a reality for those with the budget and the driving patterns that are not dependent on the almost daily charging that’s required to go from A to B. Know-how and experience “I’ve been asked if I am concerned about the 2030 deadline bringing the end to the ICE vehicle and to diesel-fueled vehicles, and my answer is most definitely no,” said Darren Darling, founder of the independent DPF Doctor Network. “In fact, I’m confident there will be an even bigger demand for our know- how and experience. What is happening now and what will continue to happen after 2030 is that motorists, reluctant to switch to an EV, will hang on to their prized vehicle. If they want to keep it in tip-top condition, they must commit to its upkeep. Missing a scheduled service or ignoring a DPF warning light will be a distant memory. Motorists will have compelling reasons to entrust their vehicle to their local specialist mechanic on a more regular basis. This is where we step in and save the day!” Opportunity Mike Schlup, Kalimex MD, observed: “Darren is spot-on with this. For technicians, 2030 adds up to a real income generating opportunity. If they use the time beforehand to continue investing in training and polishing up any accreditations whilst also ensuring the additives they use have been developed for the trade, they top the leaderboard. Repair over replace will continue to lead as an environmentally responsible and more cost-effective approach to vehicle maintenance. Motorists will be more open to their mechanic suggesting products they should use in between servicing and repairs to keep their vehicle running in tip top condition - if they want to delay the inevitable of buying an electric car that is. Although I suspect the secondhand market of ICE vehicles will be buoyant. “At JLM Lubricants in the UK we’re seeing a growing demand for emissions’ control additives, partly due to the increasing complexity of emissions’ control systems - especially in diesels - but also due to the increasing age of vehicles on the road requiring more support. Clogged and damaged DPFs are on the rise, partly due to changing driving habits and to a lack of understanding within the independent aftermarket about how to deal with DPF problems. Our work at JLM and with Darren, a highly regarded independent technician, plus his network of DPF Doctors, has highlighted this. Any technician willing to go the extra mile should attend Darren’s live and interactive online training. Not only will they significantly extend their knowledge and understanding of DPF problems and maintenance, they will also benefit from an ongoing shot of Darren’s wisdom and experience - which translates to more sales. The JLM Lubricants’ range of DPF Cleaners and other additives will unblock and clean a DPF that has not reached the damaged-beyond-repair stage, but understanding when and how to use them is crucial. It’s not just DPFs when it comes to diesels. Problems with contaminated EGR valves and fouled turbos can be easily prevented with quality treatments such as the JLM Diesel Air Intake Extreme Clean Toolkit. This was road-tested by Darren before launch. It’s a simple yet highly effective system for cleaning the internals of a diesel engine, restoring performance and importantly, helping to keep that vehicle on the road, way beyond 2030.” Mike added: “Petrol engines will also need more TLC to keep them on the road for longer. Many GDI engines are now presenting with injector faults due to the nature of the process putting greater strain on the nozzles and valves. These must be kept clean to help prevent catastrophic injector failures and maintain the low emissions that the technology was designed for. This type of engine also increasingly incorporates a gasoline particulate filter (GPS) and as it ages it requires more looking after. Including the use of a GPF cleaning additive, also supplied by JLM, at each service will tick that box.” He concluded: “For the experienced, trained, and initiative-taking technician, 2030 promises increased sales with prized ICE vehicles on the road for many years to come.” For more information visit www.jlmlubricants.com and www.the-dpf-doctor.com For the experienced, trained, and initiative- taking technician, 2030 promises increased sales with prized ICE vehicles on the road for many years to come ”