In this guest blog, our colleagues at Clayton Vehicle Systems shine a light on how they work alongside the team at Clayton Classics to share knowledge, experience and expertise for vehicle heating and air conditioning systems.
Transferring these skills from passenger and commercial vehicles to classic cars, heating and air conditioning upgrades are benefitting from the knowledge gained across a variety of use cases across automotive sectors.
Read on for insights from Neil Widdowfield, Sales Manager at Clayton Vehicle Systems, to find out how the two businesses are harnessing knowledge and experience, resulting in teams of HVAC experts a wide range of transport options.
DIFFERENT VEHICLES, SAME NEEDS
Here at Clayton Vehicle Systems, we’ve been at the forefront of technical innovation in the UK transport industry for over 100 years.
Our technically-advanced vehicle climate control systems can be found in buses and coaches, modern railway and passenger rolling stock, plus marine vehicles, among others.
While this seems a world away from classic cars, the various modes of transportation share similar requirements to perform at their best.
heating and air conditioning for classics
Indeed, while classic cars might not face some of the arduous conditions that industrial vehicles encounter, both require bespoke systems from HVAC experts which are suited to their outside environment.
It’s with this in mind that we’ve built a strong reputation for being at the forefront of product design, most recently developing the first infrared heating systems fitted to UK patient transport ambulances.
Of course, it might be some time before infrared is needed in classic cars, but the crossover of other technologies between us and Clayton Classics is well-established.
RENOWNED AND RELIABLE HEATING and air conditioning for classics
Precision engineering is also key when it comes from both parties bespoke heating systems.
Our modern heat exchange and air movement technologies are maximising performance and comfort for both driver and passengers.
Thanks to Clayton Classics, owners of older cars are also benefitting from modern systems which provide significantly increased heat output and air flow.
So, while the size and functions of the vehicles looked after by Clayton Vehicle Systems and Clayton Classics are at different ends of the spectrum, the common truth is that the various forms of transportation are all benefitting from renowned expertise enhanced by cutting-edge solutions.
WANT TO KNOW MORE
If you want to talk to one of Clayton Classics’ classic car experts about your vehicle, whether you want to upgrade, restore it or just have an inspection, find out more about Clayton Classics services here, while those who want to learn about the groundbreaking heating and air conditioning for commercial vehicles at Clayton Vehicle Systems can visit www.claytoncc.co.uk.