2018 Exhibition Preparation is Well Underway
Our first exhibition of the year commences at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo, on 15-17th May 2018. The exhibition is based in Hanover, Germany and is Europe’s largest
22 March 2018
Why You Need Insulating Rubber Matting…
Soon, motor vehicle technicians will start to see an increase in the amount of servicing, repair and maintenance work they are carrying out on electric and hybrid vehicles. There are
5 March 2018
Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Training Courses
Over the past 5 years, there has been a 400% growth in electric and hybrid technology. This has dramatically increased the risks associated with the maintenance and repair of these
1 February 2018
Safety Clothing For Working on EHVs
When working on electric and hybrid vehicles, it is important that technicians are supplied with reliable protective equipment to safely carry out work. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is impelled as
1 February 2018
The Importance of Insulated Tools When Working on EHV’s
Using insulated tools is not always an obvious priority for vehicle Technicians or Mechanics when working on an Electric or Hybrid Vehicle (EHV) – but it is essential. An insulated
1 February 2018
Introducing High Voltage Cones
The growth in environmental awareness has resulted in an increase in the use of electric and hybrid vehicles. Battery systems may contain chemicals that can be harmful if released, they
1 February 2018
What Are Dielectric Over Boots and Why Do I Need Them?
There’s a few points to address when answering this double-barrelled question. Starting with the term ‘dielectric’… According to various sources, dielectric refers to a material which is a poor conductor
1 February 2018
EHV Safety Kits Now Available From Total Lockout
Safety kits assembled for motor vehicle technicians who are trained and qualified to work on electric and hybrid vehicles. This new range of safety kits include everything you’re likely to
1 February 2018
What Does PHEV Stand For?
You’ll see the letters PHEV marked on a lot on new motor vehicles. It stands for ‘Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle’. Mitsubishi in particular are using this acronym widely on their
1 February 2018
Safety Rescue Hooks – All You Need To Know
Electrical voltages in Electric & Hybrid vehicles are significantly higher than in a regular vehicle. These volts can be up to 650 Volts of direct current (DC). In dry conditions,
1 February 2018