ROI SMR Mar-Apr 2023

Around the Wheel

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Defective steering and suspension parts Did you know… a fifth of all NCT failures are due to worn or failed linkage parts.

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Common failures *

Body structure failure 6%

EV and Hybrid Applications

Driver view of the road 9%

EV’s require better quality parts and Optimal have been engineered to be the professional’s choice for replacement parts. With over 650 parts now available for EV and hybrid applications, this figure is set to grow as more parts continue to be added.

Seat belt failures 3%

Light signal failure 26%

Tyre and wheel failure 13%

Brake failure 16%

Suspension failure 19%

* Source DVSA. Stats based on UK MOT failure rates.

Need Support with Air Suspension? During the winter period, driving conditions tend to become more difficult and customers will be more prone to hitting potholes, kerbs, puddles and leaves – especially when we’ve had some snowfall. Even hitting loose stones and fallen branches can impact the underside of a vehicle and dirt, salt, snow and ice can cause corrosive damage. Worn or damaged parts can cause serious instability when driving and increase the potential of a road accident.

We have a vast range of parts from control arms and wishbones, to stabiliser links, tie rods, ball joints and steering knuckles – or just simple replacement bushes.

Access technical support, step-by-step guides, and YouTube videos to easily replace air suspension through Arnott. 0203 3186124

Starline air suspension comes with extensive fitting instructions inside the box – can’t find what your looking for? Contact your local branch for technical support.