The Automotive Blog

Nearly a quarter of motor breakdown policies do not cover misfuelling, according to new research by financial research company Defaqto.

The analysis of 288 policies showed that 23 per cent exclude cover if you fill your car up with the wrong fuel.

According to the AA, more than 100,000 motorists put the wrong fuel in their car every year.

Meanwhile, it was found that 14 per cent of motor breakdown policies do not provide cover if you run out of fuel.

Mike Powell, Insight Analyst for General Insurance at Defaqto, said: “Drivers putting the wrong fuel into a vehicle not only face a huge repair bill but may also find that their breakdown policy doesn’t provide cover for their vehicle to be towed to a garage.

“Even those motor breakdown policies that do cover such an eventuality will tend to find that the extent of the coverage is limited to towing the car to a garage or to their destination.”

 

Solo Diesel is a Mis Fuelling prevention Device, this product stops wrong fuelling.

Contact aide automotive on 0115 8456471 or go to www.petrol-in-diesel.com if you do not want to risk a Mis Fuel.

Solo Diesel Mis Fuelling Protection

Following a successful retro fit to in use Ginster delivery vans, Ginsters Pasties have now made the Solo Diesel Mis Fuelling device a standard fit to all new vans.

Mis-fuelling takes place when you put petrol in a diesel vehicle. The number of diesel cars on the road has increased, and therefore so have the problems and associated costs of misfueling. Putting petrol in your diesel car is easily done as the nozzle on a diesel pump has a larger diameter than an Unleaded fuel nozzle, so the Unleaded fits into the filler neck of the Diesel vehicle without any problems.

Putting Petrol in a diesel car has become more popular over the last few years and is easily done. The nozzle of a petrol pump is smaller than a Diesel nozzle, and therefore fits into the fuel tank without resistance. All you need is for something to catch your attention and you have an expensive repair bill on your hands (and sometimes an insurance claim!)

The Solo Diesel was installed on production, the new Ginsters vans were supplied by Solomon Commercials with a Mercedes Sprinter chassis.

Solo Diesel will fit a high percentage of vans and cars on UK roads, cost effective and easy to fit, take the worry out of wrong fuelling a diesel vehicle.

To enquire further or to receive a fleet quote click on Wrong Fuel or to go to the dedicated Solo Diesel Website click on Wrong Fuel.

Solo Diesel The Mis fuelling Device From Petrol In Diesel

Following the increased interest in In Cab Camera’s from our customer base, aide automotive have also backed this up with a support service for those who require assistance in reporting footage for insurance claims.

On Board recording cameras are becoming an essential tool in vehicle incident evidence for vehicle operating companies, recent “Crash For Cash” scams have made the use of a camera an excellent tool in proving the scammers.

Dealing with claims and reporting the incident can be a time consuming trial and making sure  the correct information to win a claim is passed to the insurance company.

aide automotive can offer basic report or comprehensive analysis of all data with a full report acceptable to courts and insurance companies. Using data and video footage from the system, aide automotive can offer in depth Forensic analysis and the preparation of comprehensive reports, to assist in defending driving offences or disputed collision details.  This is via our own Expert Witness in this field and would include court appearances if required.  Whilst this is an additional cost service, this would usually be funded by insurance companies as it could drastically reduce their exposure to claims OR be reclaimed from the third party in settlement of a claim.

Matthew Burke of aide automotive said “Offering a support service to In Cab Truck Driver Camera’s is a positive way of helping our customers report on road incidents with confidence. Our service is a professional service carried out by respected personnel in the road incident sector.”

To enquire further on On Board Driver Recorders or Incident Camera’s please call 0115 8456471 or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

On Board Driver Camera for Trucks, Buses, Vans, Cars Or Coaches

Improve Trailer Maintenance With the Unbeatable Code Talk

Code Talk is the next generation of trailer diagnostic tools from aide automotive ltd. Code Talk is an ideal cost effective diagnostic tool to quickly read and clear codes on EBS/ ABS braking system.

The hand set will communicate with a trailer’s ECU, reading and clearing ABS/EBS fault codes on Wabco, Knorr Bremse and Haldex systems. With this workshops can eliminate fault finding by reading the ECU codes to determine where the fault lies. Being able to clear historic codes is ideal within a service and inspection, knowing a system is clear and then reviewing to see that faults the ECU has recorded is beneficial.

With NO annual software fee the Code Talk is by far the best Trailer Diagnostic Tool on the UK market. Upgrade able for future proofing the Code Talk will out last and beat any Texa or JalTest system.

Code Talk Diagnostic is an aftermarket engineer diagnostic tool, Code Talk has been designed by UK trailer maintenance engineers for engineers. Simple to use and operate, Code Talk makes trailer diagnostic maintenance an affordable option to any repairer.

Remember Code Talk is all that is needed. No requirement for code manuals, phoning dealers, phoning high rate telephone lines, all the information is within Code Talk – Code Talk is the Diagnostic Manual for Trailers!

Code Talk is supplied with all cables to communicate with trailer ECU’s and with an optional carry case. Code Talk is also a remote controller for the TrailerCheck product range. TrailerCheck is the full electrical testing tool for 24 volt trailers.

Code Talk Remote for TrailerCheck also offers voltage and wire pin and colour information on the display. Trailer repairing Easy!

Matt Burke advised ” This excellent product is ideal for a trailer service engineer, low cost diagnostics and with no annual software fee this device will improve maintenance and work.”

Contact aide automotive by clicking Code Talk Trailer Diagnostics

Trailer Diagnostics With Code Talk a ECU Code Reader

aide automotive ltd Introduce a Low Cost “Budget” In Cab Incident Camera

The DRaa100 is the latest In Cab Incident Camera from aide automotive ltd.

Following the success of the BlackVue DR350 we are now pleased to offer a new device for the commercial vehicle market that equals quality at an excellent price.

The DRaa100 Drive Recorder with its simple mounting bracket is designed for any vehicle.

Ideal for all applications such as Police, Ambulances, Fire Service, Couriers, Hauliers, Taxi, Fleet operators and Private Cars and many more.

It also features a “Motion Detection Mode” when parked. If an object or person comes into the field of view when the vehicle is parked, then the DRaa100 will save the file as an event file. This will assist when somebody damages a vehicle whilst parked (ideal on small vehicles).

The DRaa100 is not equipped with GPS, this in most cases is not a requirement for a Driver Recorder as tracking hardware can offer GPS data if analysing an incident.

With a basic software platform the DRaa100 is a quality product that would be accepted by insurance companies for road incident evidence.

Commenting on the Budget Camera Matthew Burke said “With this camera any driver is able to add the security of video evidence to any potential road incident, video footage is just simply inconclusive to claims and this camera is ideal for any user, truck drivers or car. An excellent product with a great low price!”

Contact aide automotive by calling 0115 8456471 or click on Driver Recorder to enquire online.

In Cab Driver Recorder

TrailerCheck 4 Vans installed in 22 TIP Service Vans. aide automotive Ltd

TrailerCheck’s ECU diagnostics Reader has now the option of reading and clearing codes on the following systems: Haldex, Wabco & Knor Bremse Anti Lock Braking Systems and Haldex, Wabco & Knor Bremse Electronic Braking Systems.

TrailerCheck is available is portable test boxes or van / workshop installed units. Remote Code Talk also covers reading and clearing of fault codes within the trailers ECU. Furthermore TrailerCheck 4 Vans  / Workshop also incorporates air test gauges enabling a total one man maintenance tool for trailers.

TIP Trailer Rental part of GE Capital recently placed an order for 22 Trailer Lights and Diagnostic testers, positive feedback made the decision to move from a Scrutineer to the Van TrailerCheck.

Trailer Tester As Supplied to TIP Trailer Rental

ISOCheck Lite is a new product from aide automotive ltd.

The ISOCheck Lite is a test box to test the Trucks ISO socket for pin faults.

Simple to use and with an excellent clear use guide this test box will quickly identify which pin has a fault.

This box makes testing an ISO 7638 socket simple and quick!

Simply plug the Susie lead into the test box, turn the truck ignition on, review the light sequence on the ISOCheck and then refer to the user guide to identify which pin is at fault.

Sales Directr Matthew Burke said “We offer excellent products in our range and the ISOCheck Lite is no different. We have seen sales increasing recently, especially through our distributors. Feedback has been excellent and follow on sales have been seen. Well done to our engineers.”

Contact aide automotive on 0115 8456471 or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

ISO Socket Testers

On Board recording cameras are becoming an essential tool in vehicle incident evidence for vehicle operating companies.

Ideal for all applications such as Truck & Bus operators, Law Enforcement, Hauliers, Taxi, Private Cars and much more.

A recent call to aide automotive where a customer’s van fleet had been targeted for “Crash For Cash” moved the customer in the use of In Cab Camera’s as a retro fit to the fleet.

The Customer stated “Having been targeted by these people we decided to fit these cameras as a protective measure against Crash For Cash claims, but we have also seen to full benefit of the camera to improve driver standards and inevitable road accidents.”

The Black Vue is easily installed in less than a few minutes in any vehicle, the Camera bracket with sticky pad can be adjusted to suit any window.

Black Vue Software When you remove the SD Card and plug it into the computer you can then simply analyse how the accident was occurred with the Road Eye software. This software will allow you to watch back on the event, collecting vital information about your speed and location. A built in Google Map will show you the journey on the road while on playback and will allow you to find your exact location.

Companies could see their insurance premiums double in a year due to  ‘crash for cash’ incidents, also it is stated that a majority of crashes and accidents that involve a fleets vehicles are not the company’s fault.

Cameras argue the case for the operator, rather than filling out paper claim forms a cameras evidence is non questionable. With insurance companies generally favour the cars in incidents the camera can put the blame in the correct place.

With more and more Duty Of Care and Safety requirements being put on business in today’s world an Incident Camera can have a positive effect on a safety record and possibly more importantly keeping vehicles on the road.

aide automotive offer a supply and consultancy service to potential customers.

Call 0115 8456471 or email shoponline@aideautomotive.com

aide automotives Brake Efficiency Tester BrakeCheck is the ideal way to test vehicle brakes.

VOSA are continually advising operators, commercial repairers and in house workshops to complete regular inspection sheet brake test.

Being electronic there is a much higher accuracy and additional information such as average deceleration, a left/right pull measurement, speed at braking and stopping distance. All tests are time and date stamped.

BrakeCheck can be used and is accepted by VOSA for many vehicles, in the commercial sector VOSA approve BrakeCheck for testing all commercial type vehicles on every inspection. Within the MOT centre this device is used as back up to the roller tester but used in principal on 4×4 vehicles.

Gary Moir of MSK Waste said ” Using a Brake Efficiceny Tester such as a BrakeCheck has saved this company hundreds of pounds as taking vehicles to rollers testers for an inspection brake test is unecessary.”

Contact aide automotive for a Brake Efficiency Tester question by clicking on BRAKE EFFICIENCY 

Brake Tester Uisng Brake Efficiency to Report On Truck Brakes

aide automotive knows that workshops requires fast, accurate and effective tools to diagnose faults easily and quickly. A high percentage of brake EBS/ABS faults are around the sensor or the sensor itself.

The EBS/ABS Sensor Master is an easy to use device which will confirm each EBS/ABS sensor is operational and effective. By connecting to the sensor socket on each wheel, individual sensor faults can easily be identified. The Master also tests the exciter ring and the distance between the ring and sensor.

The Master is the ideal tool for any user, from an apprentice to a time served fitter, or a busy workshop. Quickly identifying and clearing the fault can save time and money, rather than calling in a dealer or diagnostic expert.

Using the Sensor Tester to check a sensor, the gap and exciter ring Royal Mail found they were able to easily and cost effectively repair warning lights faults on trucks and trailers without the need for expensive diagnostics tools or dealer trips.

aide automotives sales director said “The ABS Sensor Master has been an excellent product for cost effective ABS repairs of trucks and trailers for many years, I recall customer comments of this ABS test tool saving thousands in dealer fees and quick repairs with the vehicle quickly back on the road.”

To purchase a ABS Sensor Master please call 0115 8456471.

Sensor Tester for ABS or EBS