ATR and Industry News

Barcelona, October 27, 2025 — ATR International AG successfully hosted its annual Digital Conference from October 21–22, 2025, in the vibrant city of…

Sidem has launched a brand-new series of step-by-step repair videos made for car mechanics. These short, practical guides show exactly how to inspect,…

• 79% of independent workshops in Germany are aware that automatic transmissions require maintenance, yet only 26% carry out the service on a regular…

Sprinter, Crafter, and Daily are in daily operation and therefore endore high mileage. Accordingly, the demand for spare parts is high. With express…

BORG Automotive Reman, Europe's leading independent remanufacturer, has won the German Sustainability Award 2025. A jury of experts selected the…

febi Truck – a leading replacement parts brand for commercial vehicles – has recently launched a communication package around its growing Cabin…

Berlin, 19 September 2025 – The International Preferred ATR Suppliers (IPAS) Forum once again confirmed its role as a central meeting point for the…

Motorservice has expanded its product portfolio to include pressure switches for air-conditioning systems. The ten new Pierburg products cover a…

• Exide restructures its Commercial Vehicle portfolio for easier battery selection: GEL PRO, EFB PRO, SHD PRO and HD PRO

• Enhanced performance…

The German Institute for Service Quality (DISQ) has named NIGHT BREAKER® LED SPEED “Product of the Year 2025.” The award ceremony took place during…

GS Yuasa, the world-renowned battery manufacturer, has launched the next phase of its flagship European brand campaign: powering what matters.…

Blue Print is redefining what distributors and workshops can expect from filtration. With a creative new Go-to-Market Kit centered on the tagline…

50 years ago, the success story of BORG Automotive Group began: On May 15, 1975, Søren Toft-Jensen founded a small workshop in Denmark, which was to…

Awarded for three-stage packaging project to reduce emissions and waste: With its comprehensive project to redesign product packaging, DENSO…

Diesel Technic SE joins the ATR International AG community!

• Extensive product range extensions: deposit-free brake calipers expanded by 150 article numbers, brake disc range by 50 article numbers

• For the…

Shaftec has opened a brand-new European warehouse in Belgium, reinforcing our position as a leading supplier of remanufactured and new car parts to…

The DENSO corporation has announced that it has acquired Axia Vegetable Seeds, a vegetable seed breeding company headquartered in the Netherlands,…

Dinex is proud to announce the expansion of its aftermarket portfolio with the introduction of Particulate Matter (PM) Sensors, also known as soot…

In July, MS Motorservice International GmbH was awarded the title of Premier Data Supplier (PDS), which represents the highest possible quality…

With more than 40 years of experience, RTS is a European MANUFACTURER of Steering and Suspension products for passenger and commercial vehicles. RTS…

BORG Automotive Reman, the leading independent remanufacturer of automotive components, is working to significantly expand its portfolio for mild…

Fastening screws in hard-to-reach places in the engine compartment takes time and sometimes strength. If the right tool is not available, damage to…

Ennepetal, Germany – As a pioneer in the Independent Aftermarket (IAM), febi continues to lead the way in king pin production for commercial vehicles.…

DENSO, one of the world’s leading original equipment (OE) manufacturers, has further expanded its aftermarket thermal management range. With this…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive can now reveal that eight driveshafts and five brake calipers have been added to its…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has reduced the price of approximately 800 part numbers in its driveshaft range. This is…

Brussels, July 15, 2025. the European Parliament’s joint IMCO & ENVI Committees voted on the 7th of July their report on the new circularity and…

SEG Automotive is known as a manufacturer and supplier of starter motors, alternators, 48V Boost Recuperation Machines (BRM) and spare parts…

Small details can make a big difference - especially when they solve a big problem.

In today’s fast-paced logistics landscape, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are the backbone of business. From parcel deliveries to passenger…

Here at Delphi, our goal is simple: innovate to help professionals work smarter and faster.

We’re excited to report that’s exactly what we did in…

BORG Automotive Group appoints a new senior leadership team to drive the next phase of growth and launches a new strategic direction, Refine4Future.…

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With over 80 years of experience, SIL leverages its OE know-how to support the electrification of the automotive sector, providing advanced electric…

We are happy to announce that starting January 1st, 2025, ATR International AG and TriAlliance GmbH are embarking on a new partnership in the realm of…

Brussels, 23 June 2025. FIGIEFA, the European association representing independent automotive parts distributors, expresses concern over a number of…

What makes a good brake cylinder? It should function reliably. And it should be as durable as possible. Reliability and durability go hand in hand,…

THE TB8000 WORKSHOP KITCHEN FROM SW STAHL STANDS FOR DESIGN, QUALITY AND FUNCTIONALITY AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL -

AND NOW ALSO FOR A COMPLETELY NEW WAY…

Since 1914, SEG Automotive has been developing and manufacturing solutions for original equipment and the aftermarket. What seems self-evident today…

DENSO is an original equipment supply partner with many vehicle manufacturers globally and is therefore committed to do all it can to reduce the…

In pursuit of DENSO’s goal to reduce its environmental impact and ensure a sustainable future, DENSO Aftermarket has now completed a three-phase plan…

SWAG, a leading provider of OE-matching replacement parts since 1954, has launched a brand campaign positioning itself as The Modern Choice for…

Following the launch of its shock absorber range in December 2023 and its commercial success, NTN Europe is moving up a gear in order to establish…

Diagnostic technology, real-world fault patterns, and motivated young talent: At the Camp der Champs event held at the GTS Offenbach, automotive…

Within just a year, BORG Automotive Reman, the leading independent remanufacturer of used automotive parts in Europe, has increased its steering range…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has unveiled the 11 new driveshafts that have been added to its New To Range collection…

• Nearly 150 sensors available worldwide for monitoring nitrogen oxides in the exhaust gas of cars (12 volts) and trucks (24 volts)

• Efficient…

NRF enters the aftermarket Turbo business by acquiring the ALANKO GmbH brand, well known for its wide range of new and remanufactured turbo’s,…

febi Truck is taking its Clutch range development to the next level with the launch of a communication package - a new initiative designed to…

100 years of innovation and commitment to safe driving

• ams OSRAM, the inventor of the BILUX® twin-filament headlight bulb back in the 1920s and…

BORG Automotive Reman, the leading independent remanufacturer of used automotive spare parts in Europe, has won the Remanufacturer of the Year Award…

Effective June 2, 2025, Hitachi Astemo Aftermarket Germany GmbH will operate under its new legal entity name, Astemo Aftermarket Germany GmbH,…

Shaftec has opened a brand-new European warehouse in Belgium, reinforcing our position as a leading supplier of remanufactured and new car parts to…

LUXEMBOURG CITY, April, 2025 — Gates (NYSE: GTES), a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, is…

New redrive unit debuted from April 8-10 at Rematec 2025 in Amsterdam, marking the next phase in the remanufacturing rollout

The Zoe HV electric…

Blue Print reaffirms its position as a leading supplier of premium clutch kits in the Independent Aftermarket, supporting workshops worldwide with…

Brussels, 24 March 2025 - Last Thursday’s high-level hybrid panel discussion, co-hosted by FIGIEFA and Euractiv, spotlighted the crucial role of the…

MANN-FILTER presents new CO2-reduced filters impregnated with plant-based raw materials, manufactured using renewable energy, and packaged in…

Rating recognizes commitment to sustainability across different categories

Commitment rated across Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Sustainable…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has revealed its latest additions to its New To Range collection, with 19 driveshafts…

SW STAHL sets new standards in design and functionality: The innovative TB8000 WORKSTATION and the powerful S3460, S3470 and S3465 pneumatic impact…

The German Employers’ Liability Association for the Wood and Metal Industries honors the Schaeffler plant in Gunzenhausen, Germany, for exemplary…

MS Motorservice International GmbH has added a new exhaust gas flap module to its product range. The module consists of the proven Pierburg exhaust…

OSRAM is delighted to receive a special award: at the German Design Award ceremony l in Frankfurt am Main, the popular OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER LED W5W was…

Driving excellence in the automotive aftermarket

Effective from 1 February 2025, Régis Serrano (56) has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of MS Motorservice International GmbH. He succeeds…

We are pleased to announce that ATR International AG and WISTRA GmbH Cargo Control have entered into a new partnership in the area of international…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has added a mammoth 139 parts to its New To Range portfolio for February. This includes…

• Exide reveals new label design – with easy product identification the priority

• Entire Exide Light Vehicle product portfolio featuring…

More often than not, you need to readjust the brake piston mechanically as part of service work on the brake. To prevent damage caused by jamming,…

We are pleased to announce that ATR International AG and Welte Cardan-Service GmbH have entered into a new partnership in the area of international…

With effect from 1 March 2025, Dirk Depenbrock will assume the position of Vice President Sales at PE Automotive. He will be responsible for the…

Concerns about the quality of remanufactured turbochargers often surface in the automotive industry. BORG Automotive Reman, Europe’s leading…

The automotive industry is changing: modern technologies such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and e-mobility are not only changing the…

febi is proud to power the missions of Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) worldwide with a new range of OE-matching shock absorbers and associated…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has added further parts to its New To Range portfolio for January, with four new brake…

febi, a brand under the bilstein group, is known for its innovative and ‘Fast to Market’ approach.

Showing its continued commitment to commercial vehicle drivers, technicians and fleet managers - the unsung heroes of the road that keep our world in…

We are happy to share that starting January 1st, 2025, ATR International AG and SEG Automotive Germany GmbH are embarking on a new partnership in the…

ATR strengthens presence in Brazil, Argentina, Mexico and North Macedonia

ATR Supplier Award Ceremony at Motorworld Böblingen on 11 December 2024.

We are pleased to announce a new agreement between ATR and LAUNCH Europe, commencing in 2025. This partnership is a testament to our joint commitment…

- ​​​​​Rear lamp is used in the new all-electric luxury C-class sedan Z10 of LYNK & CO from the car manufacturer Geely Auto Group-

- RGB LEDs…

Technology for your safety

Discover our latest product: a modern safety and diagnostic tool for e-mobility.

Stronger design

Sidem BEV steering and suspension parts use ball studs made from chrome steel for strength and durability. The ball pins' diameter is…

MS Motorservice International GmbH has added 14 particle filter injection units to its portfolio, meaning the spare parts specialist is once again…

With ‘rEUman’, a consortium of BORG Automotive Reman and 19 other partners has developed a project proposal for HORIZON Europe and successfully…

The heart of your engine

Industrias Dolz, a manufacturer with 90 years of experience in developing water pumps in the automotive aftermarket, is…

MS Motorservice International GmbH has expanded its sensor range to include active sensors (433 MHz) for the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).…

The Independent Aftermarket

Brussels. At the dawn of the new EU legislative mandate, almost 250 people from twenty-five European countries gathered…

Ajusa, a Spanish company specializing in the manufacturing of sealing components for engines, reinforces its commitment to the electric vehicle (EV)…

Birmingham-based remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive is proud to announce that it has appointed Joe Toakley as UK and Ireland Sales Manager.

Sales of brake products under the HELLA brand will start on 1 October 2024

HELLA offers every article related to brakes as a full-range brake…

Since August 2024, MS Motorservice International GmbH has been offering products worldwide under the turbo by Intec brand. Additional resources have…

DENSO Aftermarket Europe is a division of DENSO Corporation dedicated to providing high quality automotive parts and solutions to the aftermarket…

DENSO is one of the world’s leading original equipment (OE) component manufacturers and a true thermal management expert with many of its products and…

SW STAHL PRESENTS THE NEW HIGHLIGHT
PRODUCT: TB8000 WORKSPACE

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has expanded its New To Range portfolio for the month of September, with 32 new brake…

febi – one of the three brands of the bilstein group - has long been known in the commercial vehicle sector for its comprehensive range of…

Brussels. FIGIEFA participated today at Automechanika Frankfurt in the presentation of a study developed in collaboration with Berylls by Alix…

• In the mega macs diagnostic software, the integrated cyber security management grows to 17 brands
• Easily diagnose the latest, secured vehicle models…

GS Yuasa, the world’s leading battery manufacturer, is set to make a significant impact at Europe’s leading automotive trade fair, Automechanika…

Blue Print communicates its strengths in the LCV segment

• Digital daytime running light matrix gives end users the option of selecting their preferred digital light signature from up to eight preset designs
• …

A renowned and independent expert jury has nominated Europe's leading independent remanufacturer, BORG Automotive Reman, for the Automechanika…

Gentle pressure application for stuck diesel injectors

The summer is still in full swing. But winter is coming surely. It’s time for distributors to prepare for the autumn and winter business. For example…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has made further additions to its New To Range portfolio for the month of July,…

We remind you that Brembo Beyond line now includes three new Greenance disc and pad kits.

• Innovations: Schaeffler presents innovative repair and service solutions for combustion engines, hybrids and electric vehicles
• Transformation: With…

LUXEMBOURG CITY, July 10, 2024 — Gates (NYSE: GTES), a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions,…

After an absence of six years, original equipment manufacturer and system supplier DENSO, will return to Automechanika Frankfurt in September,…

• 11 June 1899: Foundation of the "Westfälische Metall-Industrie Aktien-Gesellschaft" and start of the company's rise to an industrial enterprise
• Techn…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has expanded its New To Range portfolio even further this month. These new additions to…

Just over a year after BORG Automotive Group completed the acquisition of Aftermarket supplier SBS Automotive, the final step towards integration has…

New energy vehicles (NEV), in whatever form, all have one thing in common: they all incorporate some sort of electrical solution within their…

We remind you that Brembo Beyond line now includes three new Greenance disc and pad kits.

• FORVIA's eMirror Safe UX software helps drivers to better see and understand their surroundings by replacing side and rear-view mirrors with a…

GS Yuasa, the world’s leading battery manufacturer, proudly announces a fresh update to its celebrated "Upgrade to Yuasa" campaign. Building on the…

Ever thought about the parallels of steering a canoe and working for your company?

As the first rays of spring sunshine grace the landscape once again, the automotive industry gears up for the upcoming air conditioning season. As a…

Istanbul, 22 May 2024 - FIGIEFA, the European association representing the independent distributors of automotive parts and components, has elected…

BORG Automotive, Europe’s largest remanufacturer of automotive spare parts, had itself evaluated again in 2023 by Ecovadis, the world’s leading…

You may know that Lesjӧfors Automotive produce the world’s largest range of coil springs for the car and LCV market, offering OE quality products and…

• Individual light colour settings in amber or green ensure better visibility
• Easy installation and commissioning thanks to Powerline Communication…

Birmingham-based automotive remanufacturer Shaftec Automotive has made further additions to its New To Range portfolio, with 13 driveshafts, two brake…

Brembo is proud to announce the latest enhancements to its product lineup with the Brembo Range Update 2024 for Passenger Cars (PC) and Light…

One of the three brands under the bilstein group umbrella, febi has always been closely associated with the commercial vehicle sector. In 1921 we…

• MAHLE achieves record sales of €12.8 billion in 2023
• Operating profit increased, group result is positive
• CEO Arnd Franz: “MAHLE has managed to…

Denkendorf, April 11th, 2024. As an international trading group in the automotive aftermarket, ATR International AG proudly reaffirms its commitment…

The BORG Automotive Group has presented its financial figures and its ESG report for 2023. In the reporting period, the Group succeeded in increasing…

The Brembo Beyond line now includes two new Greenance disc and pad kits.

Brembo Beyond Greenance Kit combines the Brembo braking performance with a…

Broad market coverage, reliable electronic components

• Smart Car Access system enables hands-free vehicle access with a smartphone; avoidance of relay attacks thanks to ultra-wideband technology
• NCAP-rele…

In the last few months, we have introduced 14 new to range references, all of them available in both DOLZ and GGT brands and can be found in the main…

Since BorgWarner developed the world’s first high-volume series production dual clutch module for automated manual transmissions, it has helped to…

• Headlamp concept combines sustainability, functionality and performance in a cost-neutral way
• Headlamp reduces CO2 emissions by up to 70 percent over…

Getting the hang of everything

Following the addition of brake calipers and a propshaft in January, Birmingham-based Shaftec’s New To Range portfolio has grown even further with 114…

As DENSO celebrates its first 75 years, the Aftermarket division’s senior management team, provides some insight of its ongoing strategy, and its…

The DENSO CORPORATION, originally established as NIPPONDENSO in 1949, is now 75, but its goals remain revolutionary, and its products are still relied…

GS Yuasa Corporation, a global leader in energy storage solutions and the parent company of GS Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd., has announced a significant…

• ams OSRAM launches its first street-approved1 LED retrofit lamp for H1 sockets
• The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER® H1-LED enables low-beam and high-beam…

Motorservice has added four new water pump modules from Pierburg to its product range. With six Pierburg products, Motorservice now covers all water…

On the 24th of November 2023, SKAMA celebrated with LIQUI MOLY in Athens the anniversary of their 25 years of cooperation, together with more than 50…

• Software module knows the applicable local traffic regulations and thus enables autonomous vehicles to behave in accordance with the rules
• In…

As we begin 2024, Shaftec has introduced a further 30 remanufactured brake calipers and one propshaft to its product portfolio

• LED position light in striking blade shape attracts attention
• For the first time, amber position light possible for off-road applications
• Auxiliary…

The fuel filter is a key element for protecting an engine and ensuring good performance. It represents a barrier against impurities and water residue…

The new EV Academy is a joint venture of the Dutch automotive parts supplier NRF and the Polish EV franchise chain EV Repair. The goal of the EV…

MS Motorservice International GmbH was honoured by TecAlliance in November 2023 by inclusion in the TecDoc catalogue as an acknowledgement of the…

• REPXPERT is expanding its range of OEM repair information to support independent garages in repairing vehicles that are becoming increasingly complex
…

On December 7, NTN Europe announced its brand new industrial partnership with LTM of the Mecatech Group. The latter will mobilise all of its shock…

In the ever-evolving landscape of battery technology and supply, GS Yuasa, a renowned global leader in battery manufacturing, has taken a substantial…

Motorservice brings three new electric water pumps suitable for all Tesla models onto the aftermarket. The pumps have enormous sales potential due to…

• Multibrand solutions for calibration of cameras, lidar and radar sensors
• Highly accurate calibration results for the reliable functioning of…

Around 230 ATR shareholders and IPAS suppliers held around 700 discussions during the forum. "Speed dating" for companies at its best!

Recognized expert in the development and production of O.E. Dual Mass Flywheels since years, Valeo is increasing its range of FullPack DMF (including…

Industrias Dolz launches its new range of Alternator Pulleys available to the Aftermarket, consolidating its position as one of the European…

To provide the vehicle’s occupants with the best possible environment and therefore a better driving experience, good cabin air quality is just as…

HL Mando Aftermarket proudly announces its partnership with ATR International AG, one of the most established and future oriented trade cooperations…

At the end of summer, an engine air filter can be particularly dirty due to the dry weather, long journeys on dusty roads, or accumulated insect and…

With prizes for the top 3-10 (according to the local rules), there’s still time for technicians to enter the DENSO League of True Mechanics (LOTM)…

In early September, NTN Europe expanded its Powertrain range. The 40 new auxiliary electric water pump part numbers are the first members of the water…

The new impact wrench edition from SW STAHL sets new standards in the tool market. Pure power and perfect performance in their most beautiful form.

• Professional evaluation tool by Hella Gutmann for second hand electric vehicles
• Dependable statement on the 'State of Healthʼ of the traction battery
…

GS Yuasa launches brand new AGM marine batteries, Honda joint venture, and the world’s largest energy storage battery facility

DENSO’s 2023 heavy duty applications catalogue is now available for download!

This comprehensive publication covers all of DENSO’s heavy duty…

Marco Jongen will start as CFO at NRF B.V. as of August 15, 2023. He will also serve on the Management Board of NRF B.V. alongside CEO Frank Toebes

Through a pilot programme, the DENSO Corporation plans to use a SOEC*1 (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell), a device developed by the company that…

Valeo is launching Valeo CanopyTM, the first wiper blade designed to reduce CO2 emissions by 61% compared to a Valeo wiper blade representative of the…

• Digital headlamp system SSL | HD is used for the first time in the new Porsche Cayenne
• More than 32,000 LED pixels per headlamp realise new,…

The growth of the electric vehicle fleet is also changing the aftermarket. NRF, one of the largest aftermarket suppliers in the world, today has a…

What exactly is the oil filter, and why is it so important to change it regularly? Here are some useful tips from UFI Group's technicians for…

• Bi-LED headlamp with advanced lighting technology and electronics for a wide range of applications and maximum demands
• Extraordinarily slim design…

Elring is once again setting standards when it comes to product safety and is now including an innovative product label with a unique individual QR…

• Nexion Group is a market leader in the Automotive Aftermarket sector with a complete range of workshop equipment, operating in more than 150…

REPXPERT garage portal celebrates its 18th anniversary with the "REPXPERT Millionaire" campaign

Garages in Germany and Austria collect bonus points…

With Brembo’s experience in OE comes an exclusive product ‘line-up’ that includes a broad portfolio of braking solutions dedicated to the Aftermarket

Now leading coverage for thermal management

In the beginning of June, NRF had the pleasure of hosting ATR International at their new facility in Gdansk, Poland.
NRF has guided Warren Espinoza,…

The TT-Edition workshop trolley from SW STAHL wins the Red Dot Design Award and the German Design Award and catapults

itself into the top class!

GS Yuasa, a global leader in automotive and industrial battery technology, has made several exciting announcements that highlight their commitment to…

The original equipment (OE) blade of choice by vehicle manufacturers (VMs) across the globe, the DENSO Hybrid Blade, is just 25mm in height, making it…

In the last few months Industrias Dolz have introduced 21 new to range references.

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