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September 22, 2026
Summer always seems to fly by. One minute everyone is talking about holidays and long evenings, and the next the kids are back at school, the mornings are getting darker and there’s even rain falling… hurray for lawns everywhere.
But for the automotive aftermarket, the changing season means something else: winter is on its way, and MOT demand is building.
As temperatures drop and daylight hours get shorter, customers will be looking for the parts that help keep vehicles safe, reliable and comfortable through the colder months. For workshops and factors, that means having the right products available when customers need them.
That's why Lucas, VXPRO, and Serck Automotive are coming together this winter to Champion the Aftermarket.
Aftermarket Assemble!
This winter, Lucas Vision & Control, VXPRO and Serck Automotive are coming together to support the independent aftermarket with a broad range of products covering some of the key areas workshops will be dealing with over the coming months.
From Lucas bulbs and wiper blades supporting visibility and performance in challenging weather, to ignition products designed to help keep vehicles starting reliably, there is plenty in the Lucas range to support winter demand.
VXPRO brings extensive coverage across engine management, ignition, fuelling, electrical and braking, giving factors and workshops access to a wide range of replacement components for vehicles going through their winter checks and MOTs.
And with Serck Automotive, the focus turns to engine cooling and HVAC, with specialist components designed to help keep engines operating at the right temperature and vehicle cabins comfortable when the temperature drops.
Together, the three brands offer a broad range of products designed around the jobs that matter as winter approaches.
Faster, Simpler Parts Lookups
But supplying the right products is only half the story. To make stocking up easier, ELTA provides a free e-catalogue, giving independent businesses fast and reliable access to product information, pricing, availability and cross-references. It’s especially valuable for those without access to platforms like Autocat MAM or TecDoc.
Not registered yet? Now is the perfect time to take full advantage of this powerful tool.
Supporting the aftermarket beyond the product
And when the usual route doesn’t quite cut it, the ELTA ASSIST services are there to help. From technical support and brand enquiries to sourcing hard-to-find, obsolete or bespoke components, the aim is simple: help customers find a way forward:
- StockASSIST – tailored stock solutions to keep shelves moving.
- TechASSIST – expert technical support and troubleshooting.
- BrandASSIST – marketing tools and creative support to help distributors and garages grow.
- PartASSIST – sourcing and manufacture of hard-to-find and obsolete parts.
Together, these services ensure garages and factors have the tools, knowledge and confidence to succeed in a competitive marketplace.
Backed by Premier Data Supplier Status
Accurate product information is critical during the busiest time of year. ELTA is proud to hold Premier Data Supplier status from TecDoc, a benchmark of data quality, accuracy and consistency. For customers, this means smoother catalogues, fewer returns, and more confident purchasing decisions.
Winter is coming. Time to assemble.
Champion the Aftermarket this Winter brings Lucas Vision & Control, VXPRO and Serck Automotive together with one shared goal: to support the independent aftermarket through the months ahead.
With the right products, the right data, the right availability and the right support, ELTA is here to help customers make the most of the opportunities winter brings.
This winter, it’s about making sure the aftermarket is ready for whatever the season brings.
Champion the Aftermarket this Winter
For media inquiries, please contact:
Tim Brotherton
Marketing & Communications Manager at ELTA Automotive Ltd