Challenges of an Australian Manufacturer
As an Australian manufacture, the current environment provides many challenges. Without manufacturing, we face the prospect of losing science and engineering expertise in research and production that has taken generations to nurture. Manufacturing directly employs one in five engineers in Australia, and many more indirectly. These skills are not only critical to new growth industries […]
Workshop Pro 10 brake meter can now be used in NSW
As featured in Australian Diesel Mechanic Magazine (ADMM) August 2022 Transport for NSW has approved the AutoTest Workshop Pro 10. This means the product is compliant in every state and territory of Australia for conducting brake testing. HOW DOES IT WORK? AutoTest Workshop Pro 10 with brake-meter app is designed to be an easy-to-use electronic […]
AutoTest State-of-the-Art Testing and Diagnostics
As featured in Business View Oceania July/August 2022 With early research and development starting in 1983, AutoTest Products (AutoTest) is Australia’s only quality accredited roadworthy equipment manufacturer- and they are totally Aussie-owned and operated. Born out of Managing Director David Jenkins’ involvement in the design of federal engineering standards for roadworthy compliance and safety legislation […]
The Brake Triangle – Brakes, Brake Fluid and Shock Absorbers
As featured in Undercar Parts Services magazine (UPS) – August 2022 One of the most important but overlooked areas in vehicle safety is the ‘brake triangle’, which is made up of the following three components: Brakes Modern vehicles are full of nearly unimaginable complexity and thousands of parts work together to ensure a safe, […]
Tackling Diesel Air Pollutants
As featured in Australian Diesel Mechanic Magazine (ADMM) June 2022 Road transport is a source of air pollutants which can have adverse effects at various scales. The air pollutants which are currently causing greatest concern in terms of local air quality, primarily because of their impacts on human health, are airborne particulate matter (PM), nitrogen […]
Accurate Brake Fluid Testing
As featured in AAAA Magazine – June 2022 The most popular product AutoTest demonstrated at the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Expo was their Brake Fluid Tester. Brake fluids must have certain characteristics and meet certain quality standards for the braking system to work properly. Brake fluid is subjected to very high temperatures. It must have a […]
Australian Made makes Australia.
AutoTest is Australian Made & Owned. We have been servicing the automotive industry since we were officially named in 2000. But did you know that our product VBT-101 Vipac Brake Tester, has been leading the market since we began manufacturing and distributing it in 1992? In celebration of Australian Made Week, we are offering 10% […]
So You Want to Start a Workshop
What equipment do you need? As featured in AAAA Magazine – July 2022 A career as a mechanic can be rewarding and allow you to work a flexible schedule in a job that continuously challenges your skills. Starting your own service repair business gives you even more control over your professional direction, allowing you to […]
NSW Compliant Brake Testing Equipment
As featured in The Automotive Technician Magazine (TAT) March 2022 Workshop Pro 10 Brake Meter Can Now Be Used in NSW AutoTest Workshop Pro 10 has recently been given the tick of approval by Transport for NSW. This means that this product is compliant in every state and territory of Australia to conduct brake testing. In […]
The Latest Compliant Brake Testing Equipment
Workshop Pro 10 Brake Meter Can Now Be Used in NSW AutoTest Workshop Pro 10 has recently been given the tick of approval by Transport for NSW. This means that this product is compliant in every state and territory of Australia to conduct brake testing. In 2018, the Workshop Pro revolutionised brake testing by not […]
Tackling Diesel Air Pollutants
IN THIS ARTICLE: Diesel Emissions Standards, Tackling Air Pollutants and how to improve Australia’s ability to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Air pollution from road transport Road transport is a source of air pollutants which can have adverse effects at various scales. The air pollutants which are currently causing greatest concern in terms of […]
Headlight Aiming and Safety
IN THIS ARTICLE: Proper headlight aiming adjustment is a necessary safety measure. Without proper alignment, you won’t get the full visibility while driving at night. The main purpose of your vehicle’s headlights is to improve visibility on the road when driving under low-light conditions. However, headlights aren’t just a suggestion— their use is a necessity, […]