The Commercial Vehicle Podcast

In this episode we talk to Claudia, of PMD Finance, and Dan, Finance Manager for Totalkare, to see how you can upgrade your workshop equipment and make the most of your finance options

If you service a mixed fleet in your workshop, its easy to assume you would need two sets of equipment, but that isn't the case. Pav and Timu talk you through the workshop equipment you won't have to buy twice.

Any business using vehicles knows the importance of road safety. If you are running a fleet or workshop, you need to know the vehicles you are sending our are safe. Claire talks you through the equipment that prevents road accidents.

If you want to see the highest levels of productivity in your workshop, then a motivated workshop is a must. Alix and Timu explain the key to keeping your workshop motivated.

Pav and Timu talk through how mobile column lifts work, and what safety features they have to keep your teams and your vehicles safe.

Pav talks you through the supporting workshop equipment that can be easy to miss when you're looking to give your workshop a boost.

Alix and Pav discuss the different lifts you can use to make the most of your wash bay; including galvanised four post lifts, Y-MECH lifts or the UK's only wash bay mobile column lifts.

Alix and Pav discuss the return of European coach tours in the post-pandemic market and the importance of keeping those working vehicles in order.

Becoming an authorised testing facility to carry out Class 7 MOT bays can be daunting but Timu talks through exactly what you need to do to get started.

Dan discusses how mobile equipment can help you to maximise your space and increase your vehicle throughput, increasing your capacity and reducing costs.

Agricultural brake testers are becoming a hotter topic of conversation. We break down the key facts on how brake testers will save you money and keep your team and your vehicles safe.

We invite Tim Deakin to the Commercial Vehicle Podcast for an exciting guest episode. Listen to an insightful conversion with John Bickerton covering the digitalisation of the commercial vehicle industry and the future of PSV engineering.

You know what a brake tester does, but do you know how it works? Alix and Pav cover the basics to help you make a more informed decision about what technology you are bringing into your workshop.

Join Alix and Timu as they discuss the importance of manual handling tools and the positive impacts that they can have in any workshop.

Alix and Timu talk through how important vehicle inspection pits are in a busy workshops and the options you have to maximise your installation.

Whether you’re a workshop veteran or a fresh new recruit, it can be tough to keep up with the insider lingo and industry jargon. So to help your new team members out (or to refresh your own memory if you’re feeling rusty), Pav and Timu go through some of the most common vehicle workshop terms you’re likely to encounter — as well as what they really mean.

Alix sits down with Totalkare HR officer Jack and Ben Partnership Development Executive Natasha to discuss what the charity does, who it helps and how people can get involved personally and professionally.

Jess Porter talks about being Totalkare's appointed contact for mental health first aid, the importance of looking after mental wellbeing in the workplace and her journey to becoming a director.

Every vehicle business needs access to a wash bay – and it’s not just about looking good when you’re out on the road. It’s about protecting your vehicles, keeping your repair costs down, and staying compliant for annual inspections. But if you’re running a fleet that outsources its vehicle washing — especially if you’re in the construction, agriculture, or refuse industries, you might start to won...

We all know the problems that come with neglected vehicle wheels: Excessive wear and tear, sideways drift, and the potential for damage to your suspension and wheel systems. But it’s not always clear what’s causing these problems (and what kind of equipment you need to diagnose them). Here’s what you need to know about wheel balancing and alignment — and why you shouldn’t have to choose between th...

In case you hadn’t noticed, we love Mobile Column Lifts. They’re flexible and customisable – and they’re perfect for smaller workshops where space is at a premium. But there’s one question we’re always asked about column lifts: what happens when you need to get access to the wheels? That’s where a Totalkare Axle Stand comes in. By securing a support stand under the chassis of the lifted vehicle, y...

If you’re in the market for a new lift for your workshop, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the options. Between the heavy-duty Y-MECH and the Four-Post Lifts , you might think bigger is always better. But when it comes to flexibility and ease of use, sometimes the more compact option makes the most sense.

Dan Haire is an install engineer for Totalkare.  Come along for a chat with Dan to find out what a day in his life looks like and why he enjoys working for Totalkare. 

We’ve sold a lot of mobile column lifts over the decades. And in that time, we’ve spoken to thousands of workshops and fleet owners all over the country. But no matter where we go, we hear the same misconceptions about mobile column lifts popping up — about how they work, what they’re good for, and what their limits are.

Should you use lifts or pits for your vehicles? We all know deep down that there’s a time and place for both, and they’re each fantastic solutions to the problem of getting under vehicles. Today, we’re going to throw a spanner in the works. We’re going to add a new option to the discussion – should you use a full-size pit or a compact one?