Latest News

In the 1890s Rudolf Diesel invented an ef­ficient compression-ignition internal combustion engine, an engine that bears his name to this day. Early diesel engines were large and operated at low speeds due to the limitations of their compressed air assisted fuel systems. High-speed diesel engines were first introduced in the 1920s for commercial vehicle applications […]

There’s always a spring in the step this time of year; what with the sunny skies, beach holidays, and lots of trade shows to look forward to; Summer is certainly a season we enjoy at K&S McKenzie. In this Summer issue we kick off by sharing our top 5 RIGID products with you. We also […]

FPS Air Compressors offer an unrivalled competence and experience in all areas of compressed air technology and their product range is unmatched in terms of quality, technology, and diversity. As specialists in compressed air, they are focused on delivering solutions that work, incorporating technology and features that are designed to ensure they provide products that […]

We have been working in partnership with Truck-Lite Europe Ltd. for a number of years and so we thought we would share a little bit more about them and the services they offer. Truck-Lite is a global leader in the design and manufacture of vision systems servicing the Automotive and Commercial Vehicle industry. Under the […]

UK Haulier is a website dedicated to transport and logistics and provides information, industry news, a business directory, job boards, and much more. They also have an online shop and we are proud to share the news that K&S McKenzie are sponsors of this shop, supplying UK Haulier customers with exactly what they need, when […]

We first opened our doors in 1968 in Carlisle, Cumbria. At the time there was a shortage of parts suppliers to the commercial vehicle market in the area and it was this opportunity that Keith McKenzie knew was too good to let pass him by. 50 years on and we are one of the most […]

We are pleased to share the latest issue of our quarterly newsletter. In this Spring edition we share the latest legislation changes relating to ladders and welding fume, ensuring you are in the know and helping you to keep your business compliant. We talk about what makes K&S McKenzie “more than just a motor factor”, […]

We make sure to keep abreast of changes within the industry so we can let our customers know about anything that may impact them. This month, we are sharing the news that with immediate effect, there is a strengthening of HSE’s enforcement expectation for all welding fume, including mild steel welding; because general ventilation does not […]

Last night we attended the Cumbria Family Business Awards – and had a truly brilliant evening! Even though we didn’t win an award, we were honoured to not only be finalists in the Retailers and Wholesalers category, but also to have our very own Brandon McKenzie shortlisted for Family Business Employee of the Year. The […]

Torque wrench calibration is extremely important to a variety of workmen, engineers, contractors and road hauliers. Our specialist in-house torque wrench calibration service ensures that torque wrenches are performing within specification and that any nut, bolt, or fastener is tightened to the correct amount. The testing of torque wrenches can be done on any ¼, […]

Gas equipment can be a hazard at work if it is not maintained properly and using unsafe equipment or failing to test equipment fully could result in accidents and serious injury in the workplace. Our expert team provide a quick and easy way to avoid the pitfalls associated with gas safety and ensure your compliance […]

We are thrilled to have been shortlisted as finalists in this year’s Cumbria Family Business Awards in the Retailers and Wholesalers category. Furthermore, our very own Brandon McKenzie – who is the third generation of the family to work for the business – has been shortlisted for the Employee of the Year award. You can […]

We are pleased to share that the latest issue of our quarterly newsletter has arrived. Our newsletter is a place for us to share all our news, supplier stories, offers, events, and general thoughts on developments within the industry and in this Winter issue we talk about the future of diesel (a hot topic in […]

As many of you know, 2018 sees us reach a big milestone – 50 years in business. To celebrate we are offering 50 AMAZING deals – that’s one for each year! To check out all of our fantastic deals simply CLICK HERE! Or call 01228 528218 or email info@kandsmckenzieltd.co.uk to find out more.

Last night we attended the IAAF Annual Awards and Dinner which was held at the Double Tree by Hilton in Milton Keynes. The evening was fantastic, from the excellent speakers and the delicious food, to the ceremony itself. The awards themselves celebrate industry-leading motor factors and suppliers who compete for accolades in recognition of their […]

Last night we attended the In-Cumbria Business Awards 2018 – and what a fantastic night we had! Even though we didn’t win the award, we were honoured to be finalists in the Best Family Business category and it was humbling to be in a room filled with around 250 business leaders. The event itself was […]

This month we are pleased to launch our new 360° Inspection Lamp. The lamp’s unique and innovative 360° swivel and tilt function enables the light source to be positioned in any direction. It has seven super bright SMD LEDs which provide up to 350 lumens of output with a 120° spread of light, and a […]

Since their inception, the IAAF Awards have been acknowledging the best in the automotive aftermarket across a number of categories and this year we are thrilled to have been nominated for the IAAF CV Distributor of the Year Award. Please support us by casting your vote here: www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/BBHR3YL Thank you!

Dipetane non-additive fuel technology is a game changer for governments, local authorities, and fuel suppliers who have to reduce CO, CO², NOx and smoke in engines. This unique product reduces fuel usage by up to 10%. It also reduces NOx by up to 35%, CO² by up to 23%, smoke by up to 50%, and […]

At K&S McKenzie we are always looking for new ways to engage with our clients (present and future) and as such we are proud to launch our new quarterly newsletter. The newsletter is a place for us to share all our news, supplier stories, offers, events, and general thoughts on developments within the industry. In this […]

Last month, Guinness World Records confirmed that a 640 strong convoy of Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles has set a new World record. We were proud to be part of this new World Record attempt which took place this year’s Billing Off-Road Show in Northamptonshire. The record benchmark was set by a 632-vehicle convoy […]

We are incredibly proud to have been shortlisted as finalists in the prestigious in-Cumbria Business Awards 2018 for Best Family Business. The award ceremony will take place in November and will be hosted by BBC’s Jeremy Vine. K&S McKenzie was founded by Keith and Sara McKenzie and is today run by their sons Stuart and […]

2018 sees K&S McKenzie celebrate a huge milestone – 50 years in business! To mark this occasion, we are holding a Penny Sale that will see us sell off 50 products for just a penny each. Items on offer vary from a 240v compressor worth £99, to socket sets worth over £30, and more general […]

K&S McKenzie first opened its doors in 1968 in Carlisle, Cumbria. At the time there was a shortage of parts suppliers to the commercial vehicle market in the area and it was this opportunity that Keith McKenzie knew was too good to let pass him by. 50 years on and K&S McKenzie is one of […]

After lots of hard work, our new website is now live! We’re still in the process of getting as much of our product range online and available for purchase as possible, but this takes time as we have such an expansive range of goods! We’ve made it much easier to find out about our additional […]