Europe’s leading parts information data provider TecDoc, has acquired AuDaCon AG as part of the group’s expansion into all aspects of data handling for the aftermarket. The addition of AuDaCon repair and maintenance data will mean that technical service data will be available for the entire European replacement parts industry, which will ultimately benefit suppliers,

One of Ireland’s best selling cars, the Škoda Octavia has undergone a specification enhancement for 2013. Having made its first public appearance at the National Ploughing Championships in September the new Octavia Exclusive is available nationwide in both hatchback and Combi (estate) body styles.

Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket (UK) Ltd has added a new batch of INA part numbers for both passenger cars and LCVs in Ireland. More than 650,000 vehicles are catered for by the new part numbers added to the INA range of belt drive components.

Gowan Distributors Limited, the importer of Peugeot vehicles and genuine parts and accessories in Ireland has appointed Colin Sheridan as National Sales Manager. In his new role, Colin assumes responsibility for driving sales of the award-winning Peugeot range across the dealer network in Ireland.

New FAG wheel bearings have been released which cater for the needs of more than 108,000 vehicles. The new additions further strengthens the FAG brand’s offering for Japanese vehicles and takes the vehicle parc covered by new part numbers released so far in 2012 to nearly 2.75 million vehicles.