June 2021

Motul has entered into a new multi-year partnership as Official Lubricant Partner with Silverstone Classic. Each summer, the Classic celebrates 100 years of motor sport history with huge grids packed with the finest Formula One, GT, vintage, sports and touring cars. In 2021, Motul continues to mark 50 years since the launch of Motul 300V, the world’s first fully synthetic engine oil. Motul’s dedicated Classic Range also includes gear and rear axle oils, brake fluid and fuel additives together with maintenance and care products that are specially produced to meet the specific requirements of historic vehicles. Commenting on the new partnership, Nick Wigley, CEO of The Classic promoter Goose Live Events said: “We are excited to be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Motul 300V, introducing the world’s very first fully synthetic engine oil alongside our own 30th birthday in the summer.” Romain Grabowski, Head of Brand at Motul, also observed: “We will obviously use this great opportunity for showcasing our racing and historical vehicles lines but not only that. We will also bring our Motul Racing Laboratory, tested and approved by racing teams worldwide over the past few years and ready to analyse the used oil and provide crucial data about engine conditions to all competitors in just a few minutes.” Full details of tickets for The Classic 2021 at Silverstone can be found at: www.silverstoneclassic.com NEWS 4 AFTERMARKET JUNE 2021 www.aftermarketonline.net Motul teams up with Silverstone Classic Snap-on introduces APOLLO-D 9 Snap-on has introduced its new APOLLO-D 9 diagnostic tool. Commenting on the new tool, a spokesman for Snap-on said: “APOLLO-D 9 provides a diagnostic solution that gives technicians the confidence that they have the right scan tool with the right support to get to the right fix. Fast-Track Intelligent Diagnostics on the APOLLO-D 9 simplifies workflow with access to SureTrack and Real Fixes that are harvested from millions of successful repairs. Technicians also have access to common procedures along with patented Smart Data for relevant vehicle and code- specific PIDs with known good values.” On software, Snap-on’s spokesman said: “APOLLO-D 9 offers advanced graphing features and manufacturer-level data, along with access to manufacturer-specific coverage for more than 100 vehicle systems related to nearly 40 manufacturers, and instant vehicle identification for most post-2008 vehicles. It also features up to eight live data parameters on screen at a time and records all data, all the time for easy switching to view alternate PIDs. Plus, APOLLO-D 9 includes one-click access to relevant vehicle- and code-specific technical service bulletins (TSB), and comprehensive and detailed functional tests. “APOLLO-D 9 comes with support from Snap-on Customer Care, plus 24/7 online training and support, industry-focused national online training, flexible financing and exclusive access to the Snap-on Cloud.” To learn more visit Diagnostics .snapon.co.uk For more on diagnostic tools, turn to pages 40-42 Self-driving vehicles in Britain may have come a step closer with the Department for Transport announcing that vehicles fitted with Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS) will be allowed on UK roads later this year. Commenting on the move, Transport Minister Rachel Maclean said: “Not only are automated vehicles expected to improve road safety, the technology could also improve access to transport for people with mobility issues and lead to more reliable public transport services, helping to level-up access to transport in historically disconnected and rural areas.” She added: “As we build back better, connected and autonomous vehicle technology could create around 38,000 new jobs in a UK industry that could be worth £42 billion by 2035. Over 80% of these jobs are expected to be in professional, technical and skilled trade occupations.” For more on the ALKS announcement and the potential impact on the sector, turn to Big Issue on pages 8-11 . Self-driving cars set for UK roads?