Another collision prevention system has been put to test by TRW at Hockenheim race track. The steering and suspension manufacturer teamed up with the University of Dortmund, Germany, to develop a system to aid drivers in emergency situations called Emergency Steering Assist (ESA)
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Next gen tyre technicians given chance to shine at fast-fit
A group of automotive apprentices are being steered in the right direction by National Tyres and Bridgestone.
The apprenticeship run by the 225-strong tyre fast fit network, will see 18 students take part in its NVQ level 2 training course, first started in 2013
Inside Line: Manbat
Introduced in late 2008, the BlueEFFICENCY versions of the Mercedes C-Class incorporated the company’s Start-Stop system.
Inside Line: Corteco
Mercedes-Benz C-Class:
Corteco has added a fix for troublesome trailing arm bushings on older models.
Inside Line: RMI
Mercedes C-Class >2014
C203 180K – Idle speed surging over 1000 rpm no fault codes caused by distorted throttle body.
Inside Line: Dayco
Despite being subject to inevitable wear and tear during the lifespan of the engine, the front end auxiliary drive (FEAD) system has not traditiona
Inside Line: First Line
Wheel Bearings
The 2WD 204 Series Mercedes C-Class is unusual due to its use of individual tapered-roller bearings on the front axle.
Inside Line: Meyle
Sven Nielsen, Technical Director from MEYLE, says the following difficulties may arise with the Mercedes C-Class:
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Clutch malfunction
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C200 CDI
Reference number(s): LI25.10-P- 043922
Inside Line: Gates
CAT Inside Line – Mercedes-Benz C-Class (- 2014)
Gates says that an increase in vibration and, consequently, greater noise levels from the