The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has appointed a new workshop apprentice as an investment in the future of its historic vehicle collection at a time when few specialist workshops are taking on trainees. New apprentice Emily Leese, aged […]
Butel to go the distance at Donington Draper sponsored racing driver Jack Butel is set to go the distance at Donington Park, the final round of the Henderson Insurance UK LMP3 Cup. The Jerseyman has shared the driving […]
Butel to go the distance at Donington
The September 2017 issue of Workshop Magazine looked at a range of torches that could be particularly useful to the home or mobile mechanic and awarded our Soldering Iron and Gas Torch BEST BUY. Draper 2-in-1 Soldering Iron and […]
Workshop Magazine Award GT6 Gas Torch Best Buy
The September 2017 issue of Workshop Magazine looked at a range socket sets and awarded our Metric Socket and Socket Bit Set BEST BUY. Draper Expert Metric Socket and Socket Bit Set (stock no. 16461) If you’re looking for […]
Workshop Magazine Award Draper Expert Metric Socket Set ...
The “Tried & Tested” section of the October 2017 issue of Grow Your Own magazine features a product test on a range of seasonal garden tools by Simon Akeroyd. Simon comments that one of the keys to successful gardening is […]
18V Cordless Blower (75220) Rated 15/15 – Grow ...
The September 2017 issue of Car Mechanics Magazine performed a product test on a range of 2.5 – 3 tonne trolley jacks. They tested the products on their build quality, cost, ease of use, features and useful lifting height. […]
Car Mechanics Magazine Award 3 Tonne Trolley Jack ...
New from Draper Tools is an easy-to-use 12:1 ratio infra-red thermometer, Stock No.15101 This thermometer is a compact and portable tool enabling professionals to easily identify heating and cooling problems. It’s an ideal addition to the automotive workshop or […]
New Draper Infrared Thermometer – Stock No.15101
Warpspeed Racing at Hockenheim “Well what a weekend Warpspeed racing team had at Hockenheim. We damaged the engine in the pro stock bike in the first session so swapped it for another, only to damage the new motor on […]
Mark Smith at Warpspeed – Hockenheim
Diary Date for Draper Tools trade customers: Come and see us at our TRADE ONLY open days – your chance to save BIG! With hundreds of great offers including exclusive PALLET DEALS, clearance and ex-demo stock, Extended credit deals […]
Black Friday: Trade Only Open Days
We’re often saddened to hear about how frequently tradespeople’s vans are broken into and tools stolen. We hear about it in comments from our Facebook and Twitter followers and recently official figures have confirmed that theft of tools […]
Theft from vans is increasing – what can ...
Welding Helmets The August 2017 issue of Car Mechanics Magazine performed a product group test on a range of welding helmets, awarding the Draper Solar Powered Auto-Varioshade Welding and Grinding Helmet (stock number: 34358, part number: WSP687) as the […]
Welding Helmet (34358) Awarded Car Mechanics “Best Buy”
Geoff Hodge tested the best oscillating lawn sprinklers in the July 15 2017 issue of Garden News Magazine. The Draper Expert Oscillating Sprinkler (stock number 36871) was awarded “Best Lawn Sprinkler” with the review highlighting its durability and water distribution. […]
Garden News Awards our Expert Oscillating Sprinkler (36871) ...
The July 2017 issue of Workshop Magazine performed a product test on a range of Inspection Lights, the Draper Inspection Lamp with Rechargeable 4W COB LED and UV LED (stock number 80962) received a rating of 5/5 along with […]
Inspection Light 80962 Awarded “Best Buy”.
When it comes to correct removal and installation of Generation 2 wheel bearings, dedicated tools for the task are a must. The unique design of “GEN2” wheel bearings, which contain built-in sensor rings used by ABS, traction control and […]
New Draper Expert Generation 2 Wheel Bearing Kit
We’re pleased to announce the introduction of two new Hydraulic Body Repair Kits, designed for the professional garage, workshop or bodyshop. Available as a 4 Tonne (16252) edition or a 10 Tonne (16253) edition, the kits are ideal for pushing, spreading […]
Two new hydraulic body repair kits join the ...
New to the Draper Expert range is a powerful, two tonne Hydraulic Spring Compressor, designed for the professional workshop. This is an essential piece of equipment for the professional workshop which safely compresses springs during repair and maintenance of […]
New for the workshop: Draper Expert Hydraulic Spring ...
Draper Tools Sponsored Jack Butel encountered a mixed weekend at Silverstone in the Henderson Insurance UK LMP3 Cup. Butel and new teammate Andrew Bentley suffered a faulty pit lane speed limiter in the opening race forcing them to sixth. […]
Rough with the smooth for Butel at Silverstone
Motoring body data shows demand for electric vehicles rose by 48% last year, and plug-in hybrid vehicles by a massive 133% (Source: Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders). Today, there are more than 100,000 plug-in vehicles on the road […]
Electric & Hybrid Vehicles are a growing market ...
Did you know we regularly work with students and colleges? If your college offers engineering, automotive, agricultural, construction or electrical courses, why not arrange a visit from one of our technical managers? Our team can demonstrate the latest tools […]
Draper Tools Supports Colleges
Draper Tools Sponsored Jerseyman Jack Butel has claimed his first podium in the Henderson Insurance UK LMP3 Cup at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. Butel and new teammate Scott Mansell claimed third in the opening encounter of the weekend […]
