Trucktec Assist 24 has taken another step forward in its ongoing business development by installing brand-new roller brake testing equipment at its East Midlands workshop.
The company, which supports commercial vehicle and HGV operators with inspections, servicing, maintenance, and 24/7 breakdown assistance, can now offer professional on-site brake testing for cars, light commercial vehicles, HGVs, PSVs, and coaches.
Located around 10 minutes from East Midlands Airport, Trucktec Assist 24 is well placed for local fleet operators, hauliers, commercial vehicle users and coach operators who need fast, reliable workshop support without sending vehicles out of the area for brake testing.
Supporting a growing workshop operation
For any busy commercial workshop, keeping customer vehicles moving is the job. Downtime costs money, missed slots cause disruption, and sending vehicles elsewhere for testing can add extra admin, extra labour and extra time off the road.
Trucktec Assist 24 already provides a wide range of services for commercial vehicles and HGVs, including servicing and maintenance, inspections, MOT preparation, brake testing and repairs, diagnostics, fleet maintenance contracts, mobile on-site repairs and emergency breakdown support.
The new brake testing rollers add another important capability to the workshop.
By bringing this testing service in-house, Trucktec Assist 24 can give customers a more joined-up service. Vehicles can be inspected, maintained, repaired, and brake-tested at the same site, helping operators make better use of workshop time and reduce unnecessary vehicle movements between suppliers.
Installed by V-Tech Commercial
The installation was carried out by our engineering team, led by Michael.
From delivery through to installation, the focus was on getting Trucktec Assist 24 set up with professional brake testing equipment that would support the workshop’s day-to-day operations and help the team offer a faster service to customers.
With the equipment now fully installed and in service, Trucktec Assist 24 can carry out on-site brake testing for a wide range of vehicles, including cars, commercial vehicles, HGVs, PSVs and coaches.
The equipment: VTMB-30 Mobile Brake Tester
For this investment, Trucktec Assist 24 selected the VTMB-30 Mobile Brake Tester from V-Tech Commercial.
The VTMB-30 is designed for accurate brake performance testing across light and heavy-duty vehicles, making it a strong fit for a mixed commercial workshop that deals with cars, vans, HGVs, PSVs and coaches.
With a maximum axle load capacity of 18 tonnes, a braking force range of 0-30 kN, twin 7.5 kW motors and 1000 mm roller length, the VTMB-30 gives workshops the capacity and flexibility needed for demanding commercial vehicle testing.
Its mobile design is a major benefit for workshops that want professional brake testing capability without the same level of groundwork or fixed installation requirements associated with traditional in-ground systems.
For Trucktec Assist 24, that means practical, professional brake testing capability that supports the way the workshop already works.
Why brake testing matters for commercial vehicle operators
Brake performance is one of the most important parts of commercial vehicle safety and maintenance. Operators need clear evidence that braking systems are performing correctly, not just at annual test, but throughout the year as part of planned maintenance.
Current DVSA guidance expects safety inspections to include a brake performance assessment, with roller brake testing playing a key role in giving operators measurable results that can be reviewed, recorded and retained with maintenance records.
For fleets, this is not just about compliance. It is about confidence.
A reliable brake test gives transport managers, workshop teams and vehicle operators better visibility of braking performance. It can help identify issues before they become bigger problems and gives operators a clearer maintenance trail.
Trucktec Assist 24’s new brake testing facility helps local operators access that service quickly, professionally and close to home.
Helping customers save time
One of the strongest benefits of the new installation is convenience.
Trucktec Assist 24 already highlights that customers can access same-day appointments where available, and that the team can assist with vehicle loading where required. That is a useful service for operators who need to fit brake testing around live schedules, driver availability and vehicle movements.
For many businesses, the question is simple: why pay for someone to take a vehicle elsewhere for testing when it can be done quickly and professionally on-site?
With the new brake rollers installed and in service, Trucktec Assist 24 can now keep more of that process under one roof.
A smart investment in future workshop capacity
This installation is part of Trucktec Assist 24’s ongoing investment in its business, workshop, and customer service.
The new VTMB-30 brake testing equipment gives the company the ability to support a wider range of vehicles, deliver a more complete maintenance package and help fleet customers manage safety, compliance and downtime more effectively.
For us, it is another example of how the right equipment can help a workshop grow with purpose. Commercial vehicle operators need reliable testing, clear results and workshop partners who understand the pressure of keeping vehicles on the road.
Trucktec Assist 24 has put that need at the heart of this investment.
The team at V-Tech Commercial would like to thank Trucktec Assist 24 for choosing the VTMB-30 Mobile Brake Tester and looks forward to seeing the equipment support its workshop and customers for years to come.
Need commercial brake testing equipment for your workshop?
V-Tech Commercial supplies commercial garage equipment for workshops, fleet operators and authorised testing facilities across the UK.
If you are planning to invest in HGV brake testing equipment, upgrade your workshop or build a more complete commercial vehicle maintenance facility, speak to the V-Tech Commercial team. Call our team on 0208 498 1288 or email sales@v-techuk.com
