Garage Equipment Blog
At Concept Garage Equipment we pride ourselves in supplying not only the best equipment and service to the garage and MOT industry, but also the best information and advice.
Read our blog posts below for the latest information about the garage equipment industry, advice on MOT testing stations and please contact us on 0113 469 0572 if we can help or advise you in any way.
Understanding Emissions Testers: A Crucial Component in MOT Testing
A Guide to Emissions Testers in Ensuring Vehicle Environmental Compliance Emissions testers, also referred to as exhaust gas analysers or gas and smoke emissions analysers, play a crucial role in maintaining air quality and ensuring vehicles meet environmental...
MOT Bay installation JJM Automotive solutions LTD in Mansfield
JJM is a garage based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. The garage is owned and operated by three business partners Mark, Jason & Jack. Having built a successful business over a three-year period they decided to look at the benefits of taking the garage to the next...
Concept Garage Equipment are moving premises
Humble Beginnings Having established ourselves in February 2022 at our small Leeds office in Hunslet, we have seen the company grow even more rapidly than we had expected! With grateful thanks to our many loyal customers, and with our continued emphasis on customer...
What is an MOT bay?
A Guide to UK Garage M.O.T. Test Centers and How to Get Started The Ministry of Transport test, commonly known as the M.O.T., is a crucial aspect of vehicle ownership in the UK. It is an annual safety and emissions inspection that ensures vehicles on the road meet the...
2 Post Lift Repair and Service: Trump International in Scotland
About Trump International Scotland - 2 Post Lift Breakdown Trump International golf links in Scotland is a golf course in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire, owned by Donald Trump. We are used to dealing with garages and MOT Bays of all shapes and sizes, but this call-out was a...
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Tyre Machine and Balancer Package
When it comes to running an efficient and successful tyre shop or MOT Bay, having the right garage equipment to do the job is crucial. One such piece of equipment that plays a vital role in providing the best service to customers' vehicles is a Tyre Machine and...
Advantages of a 2 Post Car Lift in a Garage
For garage owners having the right equipment to do the job is a necessity, and for car enthusiasts, having a well-equipped garage is a dream come true. For those who tinker with their cars, perform maintenance tasks, or run a car repair business, having the right...
Can I install a car lift in my home garage?
If you're a car enthusiast or a DIY mechanic, having a car lift in your home garage can greatly enhance your abilities and make car maintenance and repairs easier and safer. Car lifts provide a convenient way to lift vehicles off the ground, allowing you to work...
What is required for a Class 7 MOT Bay?
To ensure that you have a compliant and efficient MOT testing station for commercial goods vehicles such as larger transit vans, trucks and lorries vehicle MOT testing requires the right MOT garage equipment, facilities and training to ensure compliance with industry...
What is required for a Class 4 MOT Bay?
To ensure that you have a compliant and efficient MOT testing station for cars, caravans and passenger vehicle MOT testing requires the right equipment, facilities and training to ensure compliance with industry regulations. A crucial aspect of any MOT testing centre...
Understanding EV Charging and Addressing Safety Concerns
Electric Vehicles (EVs) have been steadily increasing in popularity especially as oil and gas prices increase, and as more people adopt this new vehicle technology the cost of EVs is beginning to lower, the need for the availability of efficient and safe EV charging...
What is required for a Class 1 & 2 MOT Bay?
Operating a reliable and efficient MOT testing station for Motorcycle MOT testing requires the right equipment, facilities and training to ensure compliance with industry regulations. A crucial aspect of any MOT testing centre is of course the MOT bay, where the...
Recessed Scissor Lift Install: Armthorpe MOT and Service Centre in Doncaster
About Armthorpe MOT and Service Centre in Doncaster - Recessed Scissor Lift Armthorpe MOT & Service Centre have been operating in Doncaster for over 25 years as a family-run vehicle workshop and MOT testing centre. Owner Lee Holmes needed a full-height scissor...
Concept Garage Equipment team up with Angliss Motorsport
We are really proud to announce that Concept Garage Equipment is teaming up with Blake Angliss to support his long-awaited return to motorsport racing this week in the Ginetta GT Championship at Silverstone (01-04 June). Blake re-joins the racing grid from this...
Air Conditioning Machines and Why They Make a Profit
What is an Air Conditioning Machine? An air conditioning machine is a piece of garage equipment that is used for regassing car air conditioning systems. They allow air and moisture to evacuate the system, which helps to recharge the system with the correct amount of...
When Should I Have My Garage Equipment Serviced?
Most garage equipment should be serviced either at 6-month or 12-month intervals as a minimum, but each can have different requirements and there are several factors to consider before purchasing equipment or booking a piece of equipment to be serviced. Maintaining...
Learn About Air Con Regas Machines
What are car air conditioning machines? Vehicle air-con machines are used by garages to test and refill the refrigerant gas in vehicles, including cars, vans and heavy goods vehicles, to keep them correctly pressurised to ensure the air conditioning within the vehicle...
Learn About Shaker Plates
What are Shaker Plates? Shaker Plates, also known as Wheel Play Detectors, are hydraulically powered devices that are used during MOT tests to assess a vehicle’s steering and suspension. They are an important tool in maintaining the reliability and safety of vehicles...
MOT Equipment and Tools required in 2023
MOT Equipment In the UK, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) test is a legal requirement for all vehicles aged three years or older. As an MOT tester or garage owner, you know that the MOT test is carried out to ensure that a vehicle meets the minimum safety and...
Learn About Wheel Alignment
If you own a garage in the UK and you don't already offer wheel alignment, not only could you be offering an extra service to your customers, but you could be missing out on an excellent revenue stream for your business. Wheel aligners come in several different...
Learn About Car Tyre Changers
Car tyres are an essential component of any vehicle. They are the only component connecting the car to the ground and good tyres ensure that the driver and passengers have a smooth and safe driving experience. However, tyres need to be changed periodically to ensure...
DVSA Special notice 1st April 2023 – MOT annual training, MOT Guide & BMW – R18
Today the DVSA has announced some upcoming changes to MOT annual training MOT Guide BMW - R18, motorcycle tyre fitment Note: the below information is transcribed verbatim from the DVSA website announcement page, to prevent any issues or misunderstandings or issues in...
Class 7 MOT bay dimensions
MOT Bays come in various shapes, sizes, and designs depending on the class of vehicles that needs to be MOT tested on each premise. Click here to find out what the different classes of MOT Bay are. The length of the MOT bay will be dependent on your choice of...
MOT Bay Install: Oundle MOT & Service Centre in Peterborough
About Oundle MOT & Service Centre in Peterborough - Class VII MOT Bay Oundle MOT & Service Centre is a relatively new vehicle repair business based near Peterborough, initially established in 2020. Why did Oundle MOT & Service Centre choose Concept Garage...