News and FAQ’s

Covid Swab Testing

Covid-19 We are now testing our office staff weekly using lateral flow swab test kits.  As 1 in 3 people do not show symptoms, testing in businesses is vital to breaking the chain of transmission. This has been especially welcome over the last few weeks as the levels...

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New Cars Being Released In 2021!

Whilst there are plenty of new vehicles coming out in both 2021 and 2022, we thought that we would show you our top picks from our favourite manufacturers.  BMW M3 Competition   The BMW M3 is a popular vehicle amongst thrill-seeking car enthusiasts and makes up...

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Electric Car Batteries With 5 Minute Charging Times Produced

Nobody ever thought that electric vehicles could be refueled as quickly as petrol and diesel vehicles, but now opinions are starting to change. This is due to the fact that electric car batteries with five minute charging times have recently been produced by Israeli...

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2024 Apple Car Release

Apple is a multinational technology company headquartered in California (USA), that designs, develops, and sells popular electronics, computer software, and online services. They are the mastermind behind the ever-popular iPhone which is reportedly used by over 100...

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Why Is Calibration Important?

What is Calibration? Calibration is the process of inspecting an instrument or tool's accuracy so that it meets industry standards. It is a specialist process that enables your business tools to be accurate, reliable and ensures the work you carry out meets quality...

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What Is Clutch Slipping – The Ultimate Guide

Clutch slipping is a term that is synonymous with faulty vehicles and used by many drivers for the wrong reasons. Clutch slips are usually due to common wear and tear, however if ignored and the problem persists, the clutch can be seriously expensive to replace. Our...

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Important Message From The GEA – 03/11/2020

Following the recent announcement from the government on the new lockdown rules for  England, (Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland existing rules have not been affected) it is our understanding that all UK Garages (but not car showrooms) and MOT sites will be...

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UK’s First All-Electric Ambulance

  As of October 2020, more than 140,000 fully electric cars populate UK roads, with petrol-hybrid plugins also on the rise. Having an electric vehicle not only works out cheaper for the driver in the long term but also majorly reduces harmful damage caused to the...

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Are advanced safety features worth it?

According to US research, the market for Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) will increase from $27 billion in 2020 to $83 billion by 2030. But what exactly are ADAS systems? Many of the features are already familiar to drivers. They include road sign...

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Dab digital radio to become standard.

The new Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations – mean that from the beginning of this month (September 2020) all passenger cars and buses that come fitted with a radio must be fitted with digital radio. Manufacturers have leeway until 21st December 2020 to meet the...

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On Site Calibration

We calibrate and inspect onsite tools and equipment for over 3,000 customers in the UK. Caltec On-Line provides you with 24 hour access to your latest calibration records.

 

Inspection Services

Caltec engineers are fully qualified to carry out statutory LOLER examinations of your workshop lifting equipment. We also offer Portable Appliance Testing.

Consultancy & Auditing

Caltec Engineering Consultants offer onsite support with Health & Safety Audits, Quality System Implementation, MOT Quality Checks, Aftersales Audits & Mystery Shop Programs.