BRACE YOUR SHELVES.
WINTER IS COMING.
Avoid winter chills in sales with this cold weather checklist
by VITAL NEWS.
As the colder temperatures set in, there will be an influx of various winter related automotive problems. Be sure to consider these items to avoid
sales hibernation this winter.
BATTERIES
Battery related faults remain one
of the primary causes of vehicle
breakdowns during the winter period.
GS Batteries Car, Light Van
and Cargo range offers OE quality
replacements along with a range of
auxiliary and back-up batteries covering numerous applications.
JUMP LEADS
There is always a leap in sales for jump leads around
winter time. Energizer® offers a range of
6 jump leads with features including High
Conductive Technology (HCT) and LED
clamps on selected part numbers.
SPRINGS
Gas and coil spring failures tend
to increase when the temperatures
drop. However, there’s no need to
make space for a bigger stockpile for
the winter, Kilen’s extensive range
of springs are available through FPS
via same/next-day delivery.
HI-VIS CLOTHING & WORKWEAR
Hi-vis clothing and thermals are
essential during the colder months.
FPS stocks a wide range of hi-vis and
thermal clothing from Portwest.
This includes thermal base layer tops,
leggings and thermal outerwear.
LIGHTING
Poor visibility comes hand-in-hand during winter. Ring
Automotive has a comprehensive range of vehicle bulbs
for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and motorcycles.
Bulb upgrades are also a popular consideration around
this season, FPS stocks a large range of Ring high
performance halogen bulbs which improves road
visibility with up to 130% more light on the road.
THERMOSTATS
There are more than 1
million thermostat failures
reported every year during
winter. Gates thermostats
offer comprehensive car parc
coverage from the fewest
references within the aftermarket; as Gates thermostats are supplied
with all required gaskets and seals for multiple applications.
ANTIFREEZE
A good quality antifreeze is crucial when the
weather turns cold. The Xstream® range by
Comma not only keeps engines running in
freezing temperatures but also contains rust
inhibitors to help keep radiators and water
pumps corrosion free.
VISIBILITY ENHANCERS
Windscreens and wipers are under
a constant barrage of extreme
elements during the winter. It
is important to keep them in
top shape to avoid any mishaps
caused by bad visibility. Bosch
has a comprehensive range of
conventional and flat blade
windscreen wipers which
covers a wide range of sizes and
applications.
PMA has a range of windscreen
cleaning products such as the
Anti-Fog Glass Cleaner and
Windscreen Rain Repellent to
help keep driver vision clear during
winter months.
Prepare for frosty windscreens and
windows with Holts De-Icer.
A powerful aerosol which works
down to -40°C, it removes frost
from windscreens and windows
quickly and easily, whilst leaving
a smear-free finish.
All parts and products mentioned in this article are available from FPS through the F:Drive. With FPS’s same/next-day delivery, there is peace
of mind in being prepared for winter without a huge inventory stockpile. Speak to your local FPS representative for more information today.
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