Product focus 24 www.aftermarketonline.net JULY/AUGUST 2025 www.nationalref.com www.castrol.com/en_gb/united-kingdom/home.html www.hella.com/techworld/uk/workshop-equipment/diagnostic-solutions/ https://tps.trade/ National R456A, a new lower global warming potential (GWP) alternative to R134a in the automotive aftermarket, was among products showcased by National Refrigerants at the recent Automechanika Birmingham show. National R456A has almost the same capacity and efficiency compared to R134a while having only half the GWP. With over a 30% quota reduction compared to 2023 from January 2024, R134a will have reduced availability and become much more expensive. For details about R456A and other solutions for ACs, contact National Refrigerants. UK workshops servicing Stellantis-group vehicles throughout June and July can receive free MAGNATEC lubricant when bulk buying above a certain volume, thanks to a summer promotion launched by Castrol. Castrol said the campaign celebrates its long-standing partnership with workshops across Europe that service and maintain Stellantis vehicles.” Castrol MAGNATEC clings like a magnet to critical engine parts and locks in place to deliver 50% better engine wear protection, the brand said. Businesses should contact their local distributor for offer details Hella Gutmann’s recently launched mega macs S 20 was in the spotlight at the recent Automechanika Birmingham show. Designed to accelerate fault-finding and reduce diagnostic bottlenecks, the mega macs S 20 supports advanced communication protocols such as diagnostics over internet protocol and CAN-FD, while offering built-in access to vehicle manufacturer security gateways. Mega macs S 20 also integrates cyber security management for seamless, one-time authentication across OEM-secured platforms at no extra cost. TPS has announced the launch of ‘Brands at TPS’ this summer. In the initial phase, the campaign will offer six wellknown aftermarket brands from the TPS product family. They will include Bosch, ZF, Mahle, SKF, Hella and Valeo. For the initial launch, TPS will offer around 2,000 thirdparty parts. Catherine Baker (pictured), head of TPS, said: “We remain dedicated to genuine as our primary offer, but we can now offer a one-stopshop for our mechanical customers’ needs, including a wide-ranging selection of third-party branded parts.” National Refrigerants’ systems solutions 0$*1$7(& RᎭ HU IRU Stellantis workshops Hella Gutmann spotlights mega macs S 20 Summer brands expansion from TPS
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