Family‑run coach operator N.N. Cresswell Coach Hire has added a new dimension to its workshop capabilities with the arrival of a mobile brake tester from UK workshop equipment experts, Totalkare.

The well-established coach operator, known for passenger transport and private hire services across the Cotswolds and beyond, has embraced the latest brake testing technology to boost safety, cut outsourcing costs, and streamline vehicle maintenance. By installing the mobile brake tester on-site, N.N. Cresswell Coach Hire can now carry out fully compliant brake inspections without sending vehicles away, saving both time and resources.
Designed for flexibility, the Totalkare mobile brake tester can be deployed anywhere in the workshop without the need for special groundwork. Its tablet-controlled interface allows technicians to perform accurate brake tests under standard workshop conditions, with results delivered swiftly for immediate action.
Robert Shephard, Director at N.N. Cresswell Coach Hire, said:Investing in this mobile brake tester from Totalkare is a strategic decision for our business.
“It gives us the capability to test and maintain our coaches to the highest standards right here at our base, improving both safety and efficiency for our team and customers.”
[quote quotee=”George Georgiou, Area Sales Manager at Totalkare, added:” text=”We’re delighted to support N.N. Cresswell with their latest workshop investment. The mobile brake tester is a versatile and robust solution that enables their technicians to carry out compliant testing quickly and with minimal disruption. It’s fantastic to see another UK coach operator choosing Totalkare to strengthen their workshop operations.”
The new equipment has already been integrated into N.N. Cresswell’s maintenance schedule, demonstrating the company’s ongoing commitment to safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations.
Totalkare Mobile Brake Tester
The Totalkare mobile brake tester can be supplied with a range of features, giving a high level of customisation to meet your specific workshop requirements.
The mobile brake tester’s design is simple yet strong and flexible. Our standard model can test up to 16,000 kg axle load. For heavier axle loads, an upgraded version that can test up to 20,000 kg is also available, which is perfect for commercial brake testing.
This article was originally published by Totalkare.