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23 Jul 2013
DENSO Aftermarket appoints new manager
DENSO Aftermarket Sales has strengthened its team with the appointment of a new UK and Ireland manager, Martin Pring. Bringing with him over 25 years of experience within the automotive aftermarket, Martin previously of NGK and NRF Ltd – is undoubtedly a safe pair of hands to lead DENSO into its second decade within the
22 Jul 2013
Actros delivers for Dixon International
Dixon International, one of Ireland’s leading logistics and distribution companies, has strengthened its fleet with the recent addition of six new Mercedes-Benz Actros 1845 Big Space trucks, wrapped in its distinctive white and navy livery – bringing their Actros orders to a total of eight this year.
04 Jul 2013
Patch Tyre Equipment Fiesta Championship adds Rookie Cup
The recent introduction of a new budget saloon racing series, the Patch Tyre Equipment Fiesta Championship, has been Irish Motor Racings’ success story of the year. Having only been conceived in late 2012 the series is already providing the biggest grids and most competitive racing of any Irish championship.
04 Jul 2013
XenonUltima H7 headlamp emits more light
Ring Automotive’s XenonUltima H7 headlamp emits up to 120 per cent more light on the road, according to Irish suppliers, Stronglines.
01 Jul 2013
Volkswagen top-selling 131 brand
As we welcome the new 132 plate, Volkswagen is celebrating being the top-selling brand of the 131 plate with the new Volkswagen Golf also the top-selling car. According to figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), Volkswagen claimed 12.64 per cent market share for the 131 plate with 6,730 units, ahead of
01 Jul 2013
June sales slump ahead of arrival of 132 plate
All vehicle registrations for June were significantly down on last year, as the anticipation of the new 132 plate in July impacted on sales. New car sales were down 73.6% (-4,677 units), while Light Commercials (vans) were down 48.1% (-413 Units) and Heavy Commercials (trucks) were down 46.3% (-50 Units)
27 Jun 2013
Rotary passses 1 milion 2-Post Lift milestone
For decades Rotary Lift, represented in Ireland by Techplus, has been a recognised leader in vehicle service lifts. This legendary reputation has set the standard for quality, durability, reliability and attention to safety throughout the automotive service market.
21 Jun 2013
Ford trials early warning brake light
Ford Motor Company participated in a special test of a high-tech early warning “brake light” that can warn drivers following behind even if they are around a bend or behind other traffic. The technology is one of 20 potential future systems Ford tested as part of Safe Intelligent Mobility – Testfield Germany (simTD), a four-year
21 Jun 2013
NGK team take part in charity 6-a-side football tournament
Sporty NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd staff have raised £1,000 for charity by taking part in a 6-a-side football tournament at one of England’s most prestigious football grounds. They played in a competition at Premier League West Ham United’s famous Boleyn ground in London to raise funds for the Down’s Syndrome Association.
20 Jun 2013
New Topaz.ie website promotes Q8 Oils range
Topaz has a new and improved website which aims to make its Q8 Oils product portfolio more accessible to users. The website now hosts a range of features to help both commercial users and consumers engage with and access information about the Q8 Oils’ range of products and services.