Hi Team

As Paul Rose pointed out, my response to the editor did get published in the magazine, and for that a certain amount of respect must be given to the editor. However, my reply was edited in the 'house style' (read into that what you will) and there wasn't a particularly good reference to the original piece. At least it did get across the gist of what we felt about the article.

Congratulations must go to all those who made the effort to contact Auto Express. I guess you could say that we have managed to 'adjust their attitude' towards our profession.

I have spoken with the editor and invited their representative to attend workshop, training or seminar sessions to take a look at real world situations, hey, you never know. I'm not holding my breath though!

I have also sent them a copy of my latest book on Modern Diesel Technology, and a copy of my Oscilloscope Diagnostics book. This is so that Mr Rix can build his understanding of modern technology, and gain an appreciation of the skill level required to fix modern motor vehicles .

One thing is for sure; the more emails and letters magazines receive from the trade in situations such as this, the harder they will think before publishing such utter tosh again.

And, it does show the power that a fully inclusive community forum can have. Well done UKAT.

Regards

James.