As wheel sizes continue to grow across commercial and passenger vehicles, workshops are facing increased strain on technicians tasked with manual wheel removal and refitting. Responding to this, Laser Tools has introduced the Laser 8608 Wheel Dolly — a tool designed to safely support and manoeuvre wheels up to 150kg, enabling single-technician operation and reducing injury risk.
Originally designed for HGVs, large vans, and 4x4s, the dolly is also suitable for modern passenger and performance vehicles, where wheel dimensions and weights have risen significantly. This reflects a broader industry shift in workshop tooling, driven by the changing profiles of fleet and consumer vehicles.
The Laser 8608 is designed to stabilise the wheel during removal and installation, significantly reducing the risk of damage to wheels, bolts, or nearby bodywork.
The increasing size and weight of vehicle wheels (particularly in EVs, commercial vehicles, and SUVs) is driving demand for smarter workshop equipment. Tools like the Laser 8608 reflect a wider movement towards automation and safety-first design in tyre servicing environments, supporting technician well-being while keeping pace with evolving vehicle requirements.
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