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Forward-looking partnership for the workshop of tomorrow
With Future Workshop 4.0, Herth+Buss is entering into a pioneering partnership to revolutionize vehicle diagnostics and the calibration of driver assistance systems for the future generation of workshops.
Textar defines new standards with 39 first-to-market products
The new brake components from Textar cover a wide range of car and truck models, including vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, BMW and Land Rover. The high market coverage provides workshops with suitable spare parts for 99 percent of the European vehicle fleet.
Innovative security technology: Active Heel Airbag from ZF LIFETEC
ZF LIFETEC presents a world first that provides additional protection for the lower extremities. The Active Heel Airbag reduces the risk of serious foot injuries, especially in comfortable sitting positions.
Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt warns of fraud
E-mails are currently circulating suggesting that the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) is sending out fine notices for traffic violations. A scam! Important to know: the KBA does not send out fine notices for traffic violations, it is not responsible for punishing traffic violations.
New Continental tires save fuel and are quieter
The new EcoContact 7 and EcoContact 7 S from Continental are specially optimized to minimize noise and at the same time reduce energy consumption in electric vehicles and combustion engines.
DAT Report 2025 presented
Deutsche Automobil Treuhand (DAT) presented the new DAT Report 2025 in Berlin today. The study offers a comprehensive analysis of the automotive year 2024 from the consumer’s perspective and provides crucial data for the industry.
Extensive range of standardized battery terminals
Herth+Buss optimizes the range of battery terminal blocks and offers convincing solutions for maximum efficiency and reliability. With around 100 different models, a comprehensive range is available.
Major deployment in sub-zero temperatures: How the winter road clearance service works
Major operations in sub-zero temperatures: How winter road maintenance works on German highways. Information and tips from GTÜ. Ice and snow salt more than 13,000 kilometers of freeway. Damp salt and increasingly brine are used.
Safely through the winter: 10 important tips for drivers
Winter poses a new challenge for drivers every year. Snow and icy roads significantly increase the risk of accidents. Follow these 10 tips to make sure you reach your destination safely.
FabriCar repair center: CO₂-neutral into the future
FabriCar in Bad Aibling is the first body and paint store to consistently rely on renewable energies and operate in a CO₂-neutral manner. In addition to photovoltaics, geothermal energy is also used to supply energy. This was made possible by a modern extension.
30 new sensors for TPMS in one fell swoop
30 new sensors in one go for the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). These sensors, which operate at a frequency of 433 MHz, cover around 222 million vehicles worldwide. Manufacturer: MS Motorservice International GmbH, Pierburg brand.
DigitStore – Up to 50 % less material consumption
DigitStore – Up to 50 % less material consumption. Many companies are looking for ways to organize the consumption of small parts and consumables economically. Who hasn’t experienced this? The cost of small parts and consumables is constantly rising.
Universal Isofix adapter – Public warning
Universal Isofix adapter for child seats and infant carriers. The Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt warns against use. Classified as a serious risk to the health and safety of persons in accordance with Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020. Life-threatening injuries are to be expected in the event of an accident.
Automechanika 2024 successful
International trade fair for automotive professionals from industry, workshops and trade. 102,000 trade visitors from 172 countries. 4200 exhibitors. Alternative drives, sustainability, use of AI and robotics in the automotive aftermarket.
All-season tires put to the test
The test winner Continental offers the best overall balance between all tested conditions, closely followed by Michelin. Falken impressed in the winter test, but showed weaknesses in the summer setting. None of the tires tested failed the test.
What paint booths can do today
The paint booth is the most important technical system in a body and paint store and an indispensable tool for the painter. SEHON – one of the leading paint booth manufacturers shows what is important in system technology.
Successful trade fair days for Knaus Tabbert at the Caravan Salon 2024
Public interest exceeds expectations – success for Knaus Tabbert.
Caravanning as a form of travel remains in vogue.
Knaus Tabbert again the largest exhibitor.
KNAUS SUN I 900 LEG takes 1st place in the “Golden Motorhome” readers’ poll.
Successful launch of the XPERIAN brand.
CLEANFLEX: New hygiene standard when traveling
New toilet system from Knaus for motorhomes, caravans and camper vans.
Requires no water and no chemicals. And thanks to its foil technology, the toilet is particularly hygienic and odor-proof.
Handling is child’s play.
Uthoff – New body and paint center
Uthoff opens the new building in Steinheim.
Painting systems, painting technology, workstations, drying systems from Sehon: the symbiosis of top quality, green technology and cost-effectiveness has been perfectly implemented here.
CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 2024
CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 2024 from 31.08.2024 to 08.09.2024.
The whole world of mobile leisure in 16 halls and the outdoor area. Caravanning stands for self-determined and independent travel and fulfills people’s desire for freedom and individuality.
Heuberger opens new paint center in Füssen
The new Heuberger GmbH paint store in Füssen is the perfect symbiosis of cutting-edge technology and green technology. The company has not only been equipped technically, but also completely sustainably, so that the company is almost energy self-sufficient.
Sustainability: no half measures
for sustainability and energy saving in body and paint stores.
New construction, conversion and modernization.
For Sehon, effective and successful sustainability strategies consist of a package of interrelated, interlocking measures.
Electric vehicle repair
The repair of electric vehicles requires expertise, but above all the right workshop equipment in body and paint stores.
Sehon has developed a complete product range for this with Cameleon Systems.
Safety first.
Safe bodywork workstations
Safe bodywork workstations for car bodies made of steel, aluminum, carbon, plastic and mixed construction methods. Car bodies used to be made exclusively of steel.
High safety requirements apply to multi-material bodywork.
Aquaplaning and heavy rain – important tips
Aquaplaning and heavy rain – important tips on the correct behavior when driving; what else should be considered?
Reduce risks. GTÜ tips for defusing dangerous situations.
Tires with a good tread significantly reduce the risk.
Eating at the wheel with caution
To be enjoyed with caution, not prohibited – but distracting.
Full concentration on the traffic must be guaranteed.
GTÜ recommends: Always use common sense.
Buying a motorhome – important tips
Fancy a motorhome?
Here’s what you need to know. Vehicle selection according to the existing driving license category.
The driving characteristics usually differ significantly from a car.
Permissible total weight, traffic regulations and main inspection (Germany).
Accident with bicycle – damage assessment
Accident with a bicycle?
GTÜ is the best place for a damage assessment: Many accidents result in a total loss.
What matters.
More bicycle traffic and e-bikes lead to expensive damage claims.
In many cases, accidents lead to total losses.
GTÜ – Dr. Frederik Schmidt – Managing Director
GTÜ – Dr. Frederik Schmidt becomes third Managing Director.
Dr. Schmidt, who holds a doctorate in law, is also responsible for GTÜ’s official motor vehicle division.
He has been a member of the Management Board of the subsidiary GTÜ-ATEEL AG since 2016.
Driving with a trailer – important tips
Driving with a trailer is not that easy.
Important tips, e.g. if you are driving a caravan: Driving behavior, rules, laws.
Reach your destination with composure.
Special regulations – and peculiarities of the trailer.
Practice makes perfect.
Maximum performance
At Automechanika, SEHON presented a whole range of new products and innovations relating to energy, quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness in bodyshops and paint stores. Focus: Saving energy.
Reduce energy costs
Saving energy and reducing CO₂ in paint shops, dryers and workstations in body and paint stores.
Tips from Sehon.
Paint center for giants
New building of Ott GmbH, Ehingen for large vehicles and industrial paintwork.
Impressive, ultra-modern, sustainable, fascinating, enormously high.
The challenge of buying a paint shop
A new paint shop is an investment for the next 30 years. A major challenge for the company owner and the booth manufacturer.
Lean processes
Lean processes in paint and body stores increase the profitability of these operations.
Tips from SEHON for implementation.
Gender note
For reasons of better readability, the masculine form (generic masculine) is primarily used for personal designations and personal nouns on this website. Corresponding terms apply to all genders in the interests of equal treatment. The abbreviated language form is for editorial reasons only and does not imply any judgment.
