http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.aecs.co.nz en-us Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:30:03 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/166400/the-nz-wof-reset--why-smarter-inspections-could-be-the-best-thing-to-happen-to-your-business/ After decades of largely unchanged vehicle inspection rules, New Zealand's Warrant of Fitness regime is finally getting a major overhaul and for businesses across the automotive repair sector, there is an opportunity.In April 2026, Associate transport Minister James Meager confirmed the most significant reform to New Zealand's WOF system in a generation. Most light vehicles under 14 years old will shift to two yearly inspections, new vehicles will go four years before their second WOF, and older... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:26:50 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post166400 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/166397/the-importance-of-exhaust-gas-analysis-in-the-automotive-industry/ It was 20 years ago that New Zealand was on the brink of introducing comprehensive emissions testing for WOF inspections. However by 27 October 2006 the decision to test the poisonous array of gasses emitting from our country's exhaust pipes by looking at them came into force. Twenty years later and we are still able to decide if a vehicle is meeting emissions standards visually at inspection time. As of 01 November 2026 when the latest light vehicle inspection changes come into place, fewer emi... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:10:54 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post166397 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/165498/new-multi-channel-oscilloscope-software-version-1-49/ Recently released software cements ATS scopes again at the pinnacle of diagnostics with abilities to properly decode additional vehicle communication bus types, removing any previous guesswork from your diagnostics of these systems. ... Wed, 27 May 2026 12:05:54 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post165498 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162476/hybrid-battery-testing-vs-battery-repair-equipment-whats-the-difference/ As more hybrid and electric vehicles come through New Zealand workshops, battery-related work is becoming a bigger part of modern diagnostics.That also means workshops are being exposed to a wider range of equipment — and not all of it serves the same purpose. Two of the easiest categories to blur together are hybrid battery testing equipment and HV battery testing and repair tools.They sit close together in the workflow, but they are not interchangeable. Understanding the difference help... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162476 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/163620/see-sound-with-the-fotric-td2e-acoustic-imaging-camera/ For anyone who has spent years tracking down faults with a screwdriver, stethoscope, fuel hose, or a fair bit of guesswork, the FOTRIC TD2e Acoustic Imaging Camera is a seriously handy step forward.Over the years, we have used the old-school methods to find faulty bearings, noisy water pumps, air leaks, boost leaks, and plenty of hard-to-pinpoint workshop problems. They work, but they can take time. The TD2e gives technicians a faster, clearer way to locate the source of sound and ultrasonic noi... Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:16:18 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post163620 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162474/when-does-a-workshop-need-hv-battery-testing-and-repair-tools/ For many workshops, EV capability starts with stronger scan-tool access and grows from there.That makes sense. A capable scan tool is often the first step, and for some businesses it may cover a large share of EV and hybrid diagnostic work. But there comes a point where certain battery-related jobs require more than system access and fault-code reading alone.That is where HV battery testing and repair tools start to matter.These tools are not the right starting point for every workshop. But... Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162474 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162472/ev-workshop-safety-equipment-what-nz-workshops-should-have-in-place/ As more hybrid and electric vehicles come through New Zealand workshops, safety is becoming a much bigger part of day-to-day workshop readiness.For many businesses, the first conversation starts with diagnostics. But as soon as a workshop begins taking on more high-voltage vehicle work, the focus also needs to shift toward the right EV workshop safety equipment and the procedures that sit around it.That does not mean every workshop needs the same setup. But it does mean that working on EVs ... Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +1200 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162472 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162471/what-hybrid-battery-testing-equipment-can-actually-tell-you/ As more hybrid and electric vehicles come through New Zealand workshops, battery-related faults are becoming a bigger part of the diagnostic process.A scan tool is often the starting point, but when a workshop needs a clearer picture of battery condition, that is where hybrid battery testing equipment becomes far more valuable. It helps move the conversation beyond basic fault codes and into the kind of battery data that supports stronger diagnostics and better repair decisions.For workshop... Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +1300 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162471 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162470/how-to-choose-the-right-ev-and-hybrid-scan-tool-for-your-workshop/ As more hybrid and electric vehicles come through New Zealand workshops, scan-tool capability matters more than ever.A standard scan tool may still cover a lot of day-to-day work, but EV and hybrid diagnostics can place different demands on your workshop. System access, battery-related data, guided functions, model coverage, and future workshop needs all play a part in choosing the right setup.That is why choosing the right EV and hybrid scan tools setup is not just about buying another too... Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:36:32 +1300 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162470 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/post/162469/what-ev-ready-workshops-need-beyond-a-standard-scan-tool/ A quality scan tool is often the first step into EV and hybrid work — and for many workshops, it is the right place to start.It gives you access to vehicle systems, fault codes, live data, guided functions, and a stronger starting point for modern diagnostics. But as more hybrid and electric vehicles come through the workshop, there is a point where a standard scan-tool-led setup starts to show its limits.That does not mean every workshop needs to jump straight into advanced EV equipment. It d... Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:21:18 +1300 http://www.aecs.co.nz/blog/#post162469