Product focus 25 www.aftermarketonline.net OCTOBER 2026 eu.topdon.com New borescopes extend inspection options TOPDON has expanded its diagnostic inspection range with the launch of the VIS002 and VIS002 UV borescopes, designed for inspecting tight, dark and difficul t-to-access areas. Both models feature 210° two-way articulation and a 4.3-inch IPS colour display, while their heads and cables carry an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating. Automatic overheat protection is included, and technicians can capture photographs and video during inspections, with a 32GB microSD card supplied and storage expandable to 128GB. The VIS002 uses a 5.5mm, 1MP probe designed to access confined spaces, including fluid lines and engine components. The VIS002 UV adds 365nm ultraviolet lighting alongside white LED illumination, allowing it to be used to locate fluorescent dye leaks and verify hidden security markings. The latest range additions from across the aftermarket The latest aftermarket range expansions have added new coverage across suspension, steering, rotating electrics, emissions and other key product categories. Arnott Suspension Products has expanded its suspension replacement range with 16 new products, comprising two rear air struts for Bentley Continental GTC applications, two electronic air struts for Audi A8, S6 and S7 models, 11 ride height sensors and a rear shock for the Porsche Macan. DRiV is expanding coverage for Chinese vehicle applications across its Ferodo, Monroe, MOOG and Champion brands, targeting up to 70% coverage in key categories by the end of 2026. Its expansion includes applications for brands such as MG, Maxus, BYD, Lynk & Co, Chery and BAIC across braking, shock absorbers, steering and suspension, ignition and filtration. Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) has introduced 303 DRI remanufactured steering rack references, covering 84% of the UK car parc. Manufactured by Borg Automotive, the range is available through NAPA Auto Parts stores and AAG affiliated members in the UK and Ireland. WAI has added 21 new references, comprising five air-conditioning compressors, nine alternators and seven starter motors. New applications include the Mazda 2, electric Volvo EX30, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 211D and BMW X5 xDrive40e. SELECT Automotive has added 26 window regulators covering front and rear applications. New coverage includes Citroën C4 and DS4, Mazda MX-5, Ford Ka and Mondeo models, together with first- and secondgeneration Nissan Leaf electric vehicles. First Line has introduced 56 new components, including 33 turbo hoses alongside cables, steering and suspension, cooling, wiper motor, braking hydraulics and lubrication additions. Applications include Dacia, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo, Jeep, Hyundai, Kia and Volkswagen Group models. Finally, BM Catalysts has added 16 emissions references covering 99 fitments and approximately 2.7 million additional vehicles across the European parc. The additions comprise six catalytic converters, eight diesel particulate filters and a gasoline particulate filter, with seven of the new references covering Euro 6 applications.
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