- In May 2025, Madhus Garage Equipment officially launched the Hunter HawkEye XL in India, hailed as the world’s most advanced wheel alignment system. Developed in collaboration with Hunter Engineering Company, this cutting-edge solution is designed to align a wide range of vehicles—from compact cars to heavy-duty commercial trucks. The launch marks a significant milestone in Madhus’ 20-year partnership with Hunter, aiming to close the technology gap in India’s automotive service sector. With enhanced precision, speed, and versatility, the HawkEye XL sets a new benchmark for alignment systems in the country
- In May 2025, TEXA unveiled its latest innovations at Autopromotec 2025, showcasing cutting-edge solutions for garage equipment and vehicle diagnostics. Among the highlights were the NAVIGATOR NANO SERVICE, a compact VCI for car diagnostics, and the E-DIAG CHARGER, a dual-purpose station for charging and diagnosing electric and hybrid vehicle batteries. TEXA also introduced advancements in ADAS calibration, secure gateway access, and software updates, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the evolving needs of workshops and OEMs in the era of electrification and smart diagnostics
- In March 2023, Alliance Automotive Group (AAG), a leading UK-based automotive aftermarket distributor, acquired Direct Auto Parts Ltd. (DAP)—a single-branch motor factor business based in Barking, Essex, with annual sales of approximately £2.6 million and 13 employees. This strategic acquisition aimed to expand AAG’s regional footprint, strengthen its customer base, and support operational consolidation within the garage equipment and vehicle parts sector. DAP had been a long-standing member of the PDP buying group, and its integration reflects AAG’s continued growth strategy across the UK and Ireland
- In September 2022, Continental AG expanded its workshop equipment portfolio by launching two advanced exhaust emissions testers—the DX280 DC and CCP800—at Automechanika 2022 in Frankfurt. The DX280 DC uses diffusion-charging (DC) technology to measure exhaust particles, meeting the stricter Euro 6 diesel regulations. The CCP800 is a mobile, all-in-one emissions system equipped with a gas analyzer and modules for smoke, oil temperature, and RPM measurement. This launch positions Continental to support workshops and testing centers across Europe in complying with evolving particulate emission standards
- In December 2021, Ravaglioli, a leading garage equipment manufacturer under Vehicle Service Group (VSG), entered into a strategic partnership with TEXA, a specialist in diagnostic and remote vehicle technologies. This collaboration focuses on integrating mechanical and electronic expertise to develop next-generation workshop solutions, particularly in areas like ADAS calibration and vehicle alignment. By combining their complementary strengths, the two companies aim to equip automotive workshops with innovative, future-ready tools that address the evolving challenges posed by modern vehicle technologies
