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Category Garage Equipment for MOT Bays
Concept Garage Equipment is an authorised distributor of garage equipment for garages and MOT bays including tyre changers, wheel balancers, tyre machine packages, car lifts, diagnostic equipment and full MOT bay installations.
How does a car scissor lift work?
There are many types of vehicle lifts available today, from single-post, 2-post and 4-post lifts, to scissor lifts for cars, motorcycles and light commercial vehicles. The use of scissor lifts has been on the rise due to the affordability, flexibility…
What Do the Red and Yellow Dots on Tyres Mean?
If you’ve ever looked closely at a new tyre before fitting it, you might have noticed small coloured dots, most commonly red and yellow. This guide clearly explains: Why Tyres Have Coloured Dots Modern tyre manufacturing creates small variations in…
What does it cost to set up a MOT testing station in the UK in 2026?
Setting up an MOT testing station can cost from £9,795 to £34,995 or more. Prices increase from Class 1 & 2 MOT Bays to Class 4 or Class 7 MOT Bays. From a Class 1 & 2 MOT Bay for…
Wheel Aligner Calibrations in Cornwall
Our engineer, Brett, headed down to North Cornwall VW Centre, an independent VW specialist with a trusted reputation across North Cornwall. They rely on their Vamag Wheel Aligner alongside their other calibration tools to keep customer vehicles performing at their…
Class 4 MOT Bay Install in Nottingham
Motor Menders Ltd is a well-established garage based in Nottingham offering professional repair and maintenance services for all types of vehicles. With growing customer demand for MOT testing, they decided they wanted to expand their services, so they contacted Concept…
DVSA Update for MOT Equipment Calibration
The DVSA has recently updated its guidance for MOT test stations regarding equipment maintenance, calibration and record-keeping. These updates are particularly relevant for garages using ATL (Automated Test Lanes) and OPTL (One Person Test Lanes), and it is essential that…
How to Choose the Right Compressor for Your Garage or Workshop
Selecting the right air compressor is a crucial investment that influences productivity, efficiency and longevity in your workshop or garage. Follow these steps to order the right size air compressor for your tyre machine. 1. Pump Output and Tank Size…
Rewarding Hard Work At Concept GE
At Concept Garage Equipment, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every installation, every MOT bay and every satisfied customer is the result of the dedication and skill of our engineers. Today, we’re shining a…
Our New GEA Accredited Engineer
At Concept Garage Equipment, we’re pleased to share some exciting news, our talented engineer Steven Pogmore has officially become a fully qualified GEA accredited engineer! This prestigious accreditation from the Garage Equipment Association (GEA) is a testament to Steve’s dedication,…
Concept Welcome General Traffic to our Showroom
We’re absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news from the world of Concept Garage Equipment! This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming the fantastic team from General Traffic to our brand-new, state-of-the-art showroom. It was a visit filled with…