Having proved itself a reliable aftersales revenue generator for main dealers, EDT is actively looking for workshop partners in the independent automotive aftermarket (IAM).

With an effect likened to descaling a dishwasher, the hand-built EDT machine cleans petrol or diesel engines with an environmentally friendly solution. It takes just 15 minutes to remove up to half a litre of thick black sludge (carbon and metallic particles, varnish, even the odd broken-off dipstick), stuff that doesn't come out in an ordinary oil change.

The results are close to doing a manual engine strip, with fuel economy increased by up to 20%, power increased by up to 6bhp and torque increased by up to 7ft-lb. Harmful emissions are also significantly reduced: CO by an average 66% and diesel smoke by an average 58%.

The first independent garage in the UK to install an EDT machine was Mid Kent Vehicle Services, a 15-ramp all-makes maintenance and repair centre inAylesford, nearMaidstone.

Phil West, general manager of Mid Kent Vehicle Services, said: "We've had EDT for six months and I'd definitely recommend it, particularly for MOT stations. We've had petrol and diesel cars fail the emissions test and after an EDT they've sailed through. The increased fuel economy is another great selling point. We've done it on everything from Range Rovers and BMWs to a Mustang, a TR7 and a Jensen Interceptor.

"If it is done at the same time as a service we usually offer it for £99. We make on every job, it's another thing to talk to people about and it brings in customers we would not have had otherwise. EDT do shows at Brands Hatch, which is just up the road, so they push customers towards us. We have ‘detox your engine' posters in reception, point of sale material on the counter and information about it on our website. We also promote it in our email service reminders.

"For us, it is a quick and simple process that delivers good results. EDT did sales training with our reception staff and all seven of our workshop guys did the two-hour technical training session. You attach two hoses - one to the sump and the other to the oil filter housing - and you can see all the gunk coming off the inside of the engine."

David Holmes AAE FIMI AIRTE, managing director at EDT Automotive, added: "Mid Kent Vehicle Services is a top notch independent garage, exactly the kind of operator we're looking to work with as we expand into the aftermarket. Unlike a certain fuel system cleaner, EDT delivers profit and customer satisfaction with very low start up costs."

EDT operates a pay-as-you-go model similar to a vending machine company, providing the unit, sales and technical training, the consumables and ongoing support. The minimum contract requirement is just five treatments per week.

Any garages interested in finding out more about EDT, starting with a demonstration of the machine, should call 01233 712 341, emailenquiries@edtautomotive.comor visit www.edtautomotive.com

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Notes To Editors

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EDT's mission is to generate incremental aftersales profit and fleet cost savings through products that benefit both customers and the environment. Incorporated in May 2013, it is the sole importer of a revolutionary engine decontaminating treatment machine. Together, the company's directors have over 65 years' main dealer experience. Managing director David Holmes AAE, FIMI, AIRTE has directed five of the top AM 100 companies and Aljazirah Ford in Saudi Arabia. He is a multiple industry award winner. Service director Gary Rowney is an aftersales expert with experience of operating both volume and multi-franchise sites. In a recent survey, 100% of EDT partners said they'd recommend both the product and the company.

EDT Automotive Ltd

The Lower Granary

Leacon Farm

Westwell Leacon

Ashford

Kent

TN27 0EN

Tel: 01233 712 341

Web: www.edtautomotive.com

Twitter: @EDTAutomotive

Facebook: facebook.com/EDTautomotive

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