July/August 2021

JULY/AUGUST 2021 AFTERMARKET 55 PRODUCTS T PS are driving down prices on a range of service and maintenance parts for 7 to 10+ year old vehicles. This will make Genuine Parts more affordable for Golf Mk5, Golf Mk6, Polo and selected Octavia, Leon, and Audi A3 models, so more can benefit from choosing Genuine Parts and ensure that no vehicle is left behind. The parts categories will feature lower prices on the following: Suspension & Wheel Bearings Service Parts Cambelts & Water Pumps Braking Rotating Electrics Engine Repair With data from trusted industry sources such as the Society of Motor Traders and Manufacturers (SMMT), showing the average car age in the UK now at 8.4 years old – the oldest on record – the 7 to 10+ is a timely update that will benefit many of the older vehicles currently on the road. Michelle Masterton-Smith, TPS Marketing and Communications Manager said: “We are excited to launch the new older vehicle initiative. “With the UK car parc at its oldest ever on record the new 7 to 10+ focus offers a timely boost to those running older vehicles and to the garages repairing them. “It gives garages and older vehicle owners the opportunity to fit Genuine Parts on their vehicles with all the safety, vehicle integrity and reassurance benefits that decision provides. At TPS, when it comes to Genuine Parts we want to ensure no vehicle is left behind and this is why this work has been done. “Whatever the age of a vehicle, using Genuine Parts has many advantages. Volkswagen Group Genuine Parts are not only identical in quality to the parts used in new- vehicle production, giving customers the peace of mind that they will work perfectly, but their designed to fit first- time convenience helps saves both time and money. Crucially, they also make a significant contribution to the safety and integrity of the vehicle. It’s a compelling reason for fitting Genuine Parts to a vehicle, giving reassurance to both the garage and their customer that the safety is of paramount importance when carrying out the repair. “Furthermore, with a two-year warranty provided, there is protection for both the garage and its customer from any costly future repair costs for replacement parts. Alongside the comprehensive warranty cover and reassurance that the parts are identical to the original fitted, there is also good stock availability across the range. This helps more vehicles and in return more customers benefit from Volkswagen Group Genuine Parts.” To find out more about prices, parts included or to place an order, please contact your local TPS Centre, which can be found via https://tps.trade/centre-finder TPS LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVE FOR OLDER VEHICLES TPS are making more Genuine Parts affordable for older vehicles, with the launch of its new 7 to 10+ pricing scheme