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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.
Air Conditioning Regas Machines and Why They Make a Profit
Demand for car air conditioning regas services continues to grow as more drivers rely on air conditioning systems throughout the year. For garages, workshops and MOT Bays, investing in a professional air con regas machine can create a valuable new…
Complete Guide to Setting Up an MOT Testing Station
Opening an MOT testing station can be one of the most profitable investments a garage makes. Whether you are expanding an existing workshop, taking over a former MOT site, or opening a completely new garage, adding an MOT bay helps…
Learn About Jacking Beams
For any UK MOT Bay or vehicle garage, jacking beams are an essential piece of garage equipment. It is usually purchased alongside, or following the installation of a 4 post lift or inspection pit allowing mechanics to lift a vehicle…
What Is the Best Tyre Changer?
Ever wondered what the Best Tyre Changing Machine is? A tyre changing machine is a tool used by mechanics to remove old tyres from vehicles. It consists of a hydraulic press or bead breaker, which breaks the bead between the…
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…