Effective 1 June 2026, MOT requirements for Class 7 testing stations will change. Under DVSA Special Notice 01-26, zero-emission goods vehicles with a design gross weight between 3,501kg and 4,250kg will be classed as Class 7 vehicles and will need a Class 7 MOT test. These vehicles will receive their first Class 7 MOT three […]

When AL Engineering decided to expand in Yaxley, they realised they needed more than just equipment. They wanted a complete turnkey solution, covering everything from planning and design to installation and DVSA approval. We made this happen, turning their vision into reality in just 12 weeks. The Challenge – Building for Compliance and Growth AL […]

Based in Belton, Doncaster, Isle Fleet Support continues to invest in its vehicle workshop as it develops its service offering for local motorists and fleet customers. As part of this ongoing investment, the team at Isle Fleet Support recently added a new 6 Tonne Electric Release 2 Post Lift, supplied by Value Garage Equipment and […]

A well-established Nottingham specialist has strengthened its workshop offering with a new, fully equipped Class 4 ATL MOT bay. Arnold Clutch and Gearbox Centre in Nottingham has built its reputation on specialist repair and maintenance work, helping motorists with the kind of technical jobs that demand experience, precision and dependable workshop processes. As demand continued […]

If you’re currently using an AutoTest AutoStop decelerometer, such as the MicroPlus, MiniPlus, Tecalemit DE/9045 or DE/9046, there’s important news. V-Tech is now the authorised UK distributor for AutoTest products, which means we can officially support your existing equipment with expert calibration, servicing, and technical assistance. Stay Compliant. Stay Operational. Since April 2023, DVSA regulations […]

Motor Vehicle Services has recently opened a brand-new Class 7 MOT Test Centre in the Welsh Valleys, strategically located between Neath and Port Talbot to support commercial vehicle operators throughout South Wales with high-quality, DVSA-compliant testing services. This facility has been equipped with a complete suite of advanced MOT testing and workshop equipment supplied by […]

When South West Motors in Fishponds, Bristol, decided to expand its workshop capabilities, it wasn’t simply adding another service. It was investing in the future of its business. With a strong local reputation and a growing customer base that includes light commercial and heavier vehicles, the next logical step was clear: bring Class 7 MOT […]

When Shallaw Kamal took ownership of Redhill Garage in Nottingham, he inherited an existing MOT test lane based around a traditional inspection pit. While the lane was already installed, it needed recommissioning under new ownership, and Shallaw also wanted to upgrade the facility to Automated Test Lane (ATL) specification at the same time.  The challenge was to modernise the […]

Stone Tyres is a well-established independent tyre and vehicle servicing business in St Helens, Merseyside. With demand continuing to grow, owner John Stone decided to invest in a new workshop close to their existing site to increase capacity and improve day-to-day efficiency.  Complete Workshop Project Management  V-Tech was asked to support the project from early planning […]

We’re delighted to announce that V-Tech has been appointed as the authorised UK distributor for the AutoTest range of decelerometers, including the highly regarded AutoStop MiniPlus. This partnership means even greater access to trusted, DVSA-compliant vehicle testing equipment for MOT test centres across the UK. AutoStop decelerometers are among the most versatile and reliable portable […]