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NTDANEWS NTDA delighted by DfT announcement on use of rear-facing red flashing lamps on breakdown vehicles The NTDA has welcomed the Government’s publication, of its ‘Plan for Drivers’ which contains details of the decision by the Secretary of State for Transport to amend the legislation to permit breakdown vehicles to be fitted with rear-facing red flashing lamps when recovering brokendown vehicles on GB roads. The regulatory amendments that would permit red flashing lamps on breakdown vehicles are not expected to enter into force until 2025 but, as an interim measure, the DfT will facilitate operators, to use red flashing lamps sooner. Operators will need to apply for a Vehicle Special Order (VSO) under the authority conferred upon the Secretary of State for Transport by section 44 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The NTDA has campaigned for the use of red lamps on breakdown response vehicles for many years, both in its own right and alongside the Professional Recovery Operators Federation (PROF), which has led on the campaign. NTDA CEO Stefan Hay said: “Vehicle Recovery Operators and Tyre Technicians, both Mobile and Commercial, are comrades working together to keep Britain moving in often appalling and usually very dangerous conditions and sadly, in both cases, the recovery and tyre industries have lost people at the side of the road. This has been a long and often frustrating battle and the PROF Chairman Richard Goddard, who spoke at the 2019 NTDA Tyre Industry Conference on this matter, and Derek Firminger of European Rescue and Recovery Initiative (ERRI) have been phenomenal allies and inspirational leaders in this campaign. Over the years we have fought together, laughed together, shouted together and sometimes wanted to cry together and I can’t express in words how absolutely delighted the NTDA is by this decision. Common sense has finally prevailed and we now have another extremely important safety tool available to protect our precious technicians working at the roadside.” The DfT will be publishing the reports from the two phases of its funded research in due course. As well as the outcomes on the use of red flashing lamps, the reports make recommendations which could help improve safety for recovery technicians and other road users. To view ‘Plan for Drivers’ go to: www.gov.uk/government/ publications/plan-for-drivers/the-plan-for-drivers 6 THE GARAGE 06 News NTDA.indd 1 30/10/2023 11:34
NEWS PIONEERING UNICLUTCH TECHNOLOGY TO BE LAUNCHED IN UK A new, ground breaking clutch innovation developed and manufactured by Australian specialist Clutch Industries, UniClutch, is to be launched in the United Kingdom. UniClutch is poised to make its grand entrance into the UK market, marking a significant milestone in the automotive aftermarket parts industry. Two products, UniClutch and UniClutch Sport, will be exclusively available through parts distributor Alliance Automotive Group (AAG). At the heart of UniClutch lies its modular dual-core technology, which substantially amplifies torque capacity while preserving drivability. What sets it apart is its adaptable design and integrated flywheel friction surface, tailored to fit a wide array of vehicles, thereby streamlining inventory management, and drastically reducing installation time. Julian Patane, product manager at Clutch Industries, said: “The patented UniClutch system revolutionises installation, doing away with the need for flywheel machining, thanks to the innovative integrated flywheel friction surface and pioneering Flexi Fit system that enables the system to be modular and offer a swift, bolt-on installation. “Furthermore, it presents an ideal solution for enthusiasts seeking to make their cherished vehicles a daily driver, as it boasts an impressive torque capacity without the usual performance clutch trade-offs in terms of drivability.” The UniClutch system is poised to make waves at upcoming events, including Automechanika Middle East in Dubai, where it has earned its place as a finalist for the prestigious Product of the Year award. UniClutch is set to captivate audiences at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas as well, offering a sneak peek at its latest developments, including its UniClutch Track and 4 Terrain models with Active Intercooler Technology (ICT). In the United States, UniClutch and UniClutch Sport is exclusively available at NAPA Auto Parts, tapping into NAPA’s extensive distribution network, encompassing over 5,000 stores. In Australia, UniClutch and UniClutch Sport is also available through Repco & NAPA auto parts stores across the country. This strategic partnership ensures that UniClutch’s innovative solutions are readily accessible to a broad audience of automotive enthusiasts and professionals across the nation and the world. For more information on UniClutch, visit: www.uniclutch.com THE GARAGE 07 07,News UniClutch.indd 1 30/10/2023 11:36
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