2 VN 54 | APRIL – JUNE 2019
Welcome
Note from the MD
In a blink, we are well on our way on towards
Spring. If recent weather events are anything
to go by, it is likely for the UK weather to
surprise us and perhaps generate some
further sales of those winter products!
It almost seems like the weather was a fitting
metaphor for the politico-economic climate
that we find ourselves in today – expect the
unexpected.
At the time of writing, our government
continues to grapple with Brexit with the
deadline just a matter of days away. While
we find ourselves fatigued by this air of
indecision, the reality is that the outcome
of Brexit does not halt the other things
that affect the aftermarket today. We in
FPS remain steadfast to respond positively
regardless of the political or economic
outcomes.
has put in place to galvanise our service
offerings for our customers in today’s evolving
economic climate.
We can expect the unexpected!
Meanwhile, the IAAF has responded to
the European Parliament’s urgent call for
“robust” legislation regarding access to in-
vehicle data to be in place by January 2020.
Our world is changing with technology, and
it affects everyone regardless of geographical
location or political stance.
Whilst reinforcing our ties with longstanding
quality suppliers, we continue to form
alliances with new ones. This Vital News
includes interesting articles from two of our
new suppliers Crompton and Stabilus.
I hope you enjoy reading our April edition.
Jonathan.
In our latest issue of Vital News, we continue
to explore various key themes that affect our
sector. Emissions will continue to be a hot
topic and we explore the burgeoning market
for AdBlue, dissecting facts and fiction in
our cover story. You will discover what FPS
PROUD TO SUPPORT
Inside this issue…
FEATURES
3 Road map of FPS Development
FPS shares their latest development updates.
4 Let’s Get Started with Greenox ®
AdBlue ® !
Learn more about the burgeoning demand for AdBlue ®
and how it works.
REGULARS
2 Welcome note from the MD
11 Take a Break
19 FPS Product Index
20 Competition Time
WIN a BBQ Bonanza Kit, courtesy of PMA Maintenance.
12 Anti-roll Stability
febi sheds some light on the underrated stabiliser bar
and key failure symptoms to look out for.
13 Window of Opportunity
Electric-Life talks to VITAL NEWS about the various
types of Window Regulators.
6 Driving the New to Range Process
Find out how Klarius stays on top of aftermarket
demands with their design process from start to finish. 14 Opening the Gates to Hoses
Gates shares some insight on their range of coolant
and turbocharger hoses.
7 State of the Art
Cambiare speaks to VITAL NEWS about how lambda
sensors have evolved over the years. 15 Honing Perfection
Federal-Mogul Engine Expertise shares some insight
on honing.
8 Staying Cool with NRF
NRF sheds light on their extensive air conditioning
range, exclusively available form FPS. 16 Straight from the Top
First Line talks top strut mount failure: the why, the
how, and the when.
9 A Leisurely Q&A with Crompton
Find out how leisure/marine batteries can provide
untapped opportunities for your sales. 17 Springing into the Stabilus Range
Stabilus explains their gas spring offerings.
10 A Cleaner Perspective
Bosch provides a breath of fresh air with their range
of cabin filters.
18 Eyes on the Aftermarket 2019
Wendy Williamson speaks to VITAL NEWS about the
Aftermarket in 2019.