News 6 www.aftermarketonline.net NOVEMBER 2024 LKQ UK & Ireland invests in solar to reduce emissions LKQ UK & Ireland has successfully installed nearly 6,500 solar panels on the roof of its central logistics hub, as it pushes ahead with LKQ Corporation’s global goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The 2,948 kilowatt peak (kWp) solar array system will allow the business to offset energy consumption at its T2 facility in Tamworth by up to 32%. The installation, by environmental consultancy Footprint Zero, covers the roof of the 792,000 ft2 T2 building. The site, which is one of the largest commercial buildings in the UK, holds more than 100,000 SKUs, sends out more than 55,000 orders daily and services 40,000-plus garages across the UK every week. ‘Sustainable growth’ LKQ estimated the move has the potential to prevent the emission of 12,554 tonnes of CO2 over the system’s 25-year lifespan — the equivalent of taking almost 3,000 passenger vehicles off the road for one year. The project is the latest in a series of investments by LKQ UK & Ireland into reducing its scope 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 1 includes direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by the company, such as burning fuel in vehicles or factories. Scope 2 includes indirect emissions, such as electricity drawn from the grid. The measures have included the installation of LED lights in 188 of its branches and warehouses to improve energy efficiency, and a pilot scheme for the use of e-scooters and cargo pedal bikes to deliver stock to customers across London and the South of England. Delphi adds parts supplier award to trophy case Delphi has been crowned parts supplier of the year at the prestigious Servicesure Autocentre of the Year Awards 2024, hosted by GSF Car Parts. The award, presented on October 17, came hot on the heels of Delphi’s recent triumph as diagnostic equipment manufacturer of the year at the Auto Trade Expo Awards earlier this month. Delphi said the latest award highlighted its strong relationships with workshops across the UK and reinforced its reputation for supplying innovative solutions that help independent garages thrive. “For us, it has to be so much more than just about supplying OE-quality parts,” said Luke Garratt, UK technical services manager at Delphi. “To ensure workshops have the skills and tools needed to service today’s increasingly complicated and varied car parc, we also offer training, advanced diagnostics, and technical support. “It’s a holistic approach, so garages can meet the evolving needs of their customers and continue delivering exceptional service.” 6FKDHᎱ HU VFRRSV ,ULVK DZDUG Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket was presented with the CV parts manufacturer of the year trophy during a successful Auto Trade Expo weekend in Dublin for the company, which rebranded as Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions UK on November 1. CV territory manager Graham Andrew received the award, which recognised Schaeffler’s commitment to providing genuine OE quality products, including LuK CV clutches, FAG hub repair solutions and INA drive components for truck and bus repairers across Ireland, along with the market leading business and technical support it offers to both workshop owners and technicians. Hertfordshire-based leading automatic transmission specialist Stephens Engineering has launched a recruitment drive to find an experienced mechanic/ fitter and a gearbox rebuilder to join their expanding team. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge and high level of expertise in the repair, rebuild and servicing of automatic gearboxes and transmissions, as customers have come to expect from this long established and trusted firm. For the right candidate, a highly competitive salary is on offer with ongoing training. Email bill@ stephensengineering.co.uk to apply to join this busy, modern workshop in Ware. Gearbox specialist Stephens in recruitment drive
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